Supply Chain Management Planner – Internship

Job Description

About Canon Production Printing:

Canon Production Printing is a global leader in the development and manufacture of high-tech printing products and workflow software for the commercial printing market. A subsidiary of Canon, a worldwide imaging technology and services provider, Canon Production Printing employs approximately 3300 people (as of the end of 2022) and operates across three continents. Its global headquarters are located in Venlo, Netherlands.

Job Description: Supply Chain Management Planner – Internship

Job Title: Supply Chain Management (SCM) Inbound Planner – Internship

Type: Paid internship (meewerkstage)

Department: Supply Chain Management

Team: Inbound Planners and Engineers

Responsibilities:

• As an SCM inbound planner intern, you will be part of a team responsible for ensuring timely delivery of parts and components.
• You will work with multiple suppliers, directly responsible for the on-time arrival of materials.
• Collaboration is key; you’ll work with colleagues in purchasing, quality assurance, and assembly, as well as external stakeholders (suppliers).
• Problem-solving and process improvement are core aspects of the role. You will identify and implement improvements using the company’s “Quick & Easy Kaizen” methodology.
• This is a hands-on, operational internship where you will actively contribute to the production process.
• Communication is vital; you will be regularly interacting with suppliers, colleagues and the assembly team, primarily via phone.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a relevant program:
• MBO4 (final year) in Logistics or a similar field.
• HBO (technical) business administration, SCM, or a related field (1st or 2nd year).
• Seeking a practical, hands-on internship; not a research or improvement-focused project.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) in Dutch and English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Organized and structured work style, capable of completing assigned tasks effectively.
• Minimum 12-week availability, working 4 or 5 days per week.

Benefits:

• Challenging and rewarding work with expert guidance.
• Internship/graduation allowance of €500 gross per month.
• Travel allowance (if not using public transportation).
• Excellent career growth opportunities within CPP due to the diverse range of disciplines involved.
• Networking opportunities with CPP professionals across various fields.