Supply Chain & Operations Leadership Development Rotational Program

Job Description

Global Supply Chain Rotational Program | Weber Blackstone

The Tone:
This is an early career rotational program at Weber Blackstone, located primarily in Palatine, IL, with potential rotations in Huntley, IL, and Elgin, IL. Weber Blackstone leads the industry in outdoor cooking innovation, design, and consumer delight, specializing in products that redefine and reimagine outdoor cooking. This program offers a holistic view of the global supply chain, preparing participants for accelerated leadership roles within the organization, contributing to world-class product delivery and exceptional customer experiences.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – Palatine, IL
• Pay: $73500 yearly
• Team: Supply Chain & Operations organization
• Mission: Develop future leaders who will drive efficiency, quality, and strategic growth across Weber Blackstone’s global supply chain and operations.
• Tech Stack: SAP, other ERP systems

What You’ll Actually Do
• Supply and Production Planning: Manage inventory, vendor communications, and production schedules to ensure continuous manufacturing and on-time customer order fulfillment.
• Strategic Sourcing: Select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and build relationships to source all necessary materials, components, and services efficiently.
• Operations Leadership: Supervise direct employees in manufacturing or distribution centers to ensure safe, efficient, and timely completion of workloads.
• Global Logistics: Oversee the global movement of products, focusing on warehouse operations, customer logistics, and accurate order fulfillment.
• Quality & Cost Leadership: Implement continuous improvement projects and analytical strategies to enhance product, supplier, and manufacturing quality while reducing operational costs.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Management, Logistics, Planning, or a related field.
• Experience: Previous internship or work experience in supply chain management, engineering, and/or manufacturing is desired.
• Skills: Strong leadership abilities, demonstrated problem-solving, analytical thinking, effective communication of ideas, and relationship-building capabilities.
• Bonus: Experience in SAP or other ERP systems.