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Ace Hardware Corporation · 1 week ago

Supply Chain Replenishment Planning Internship – Summer 2026, Full Time/Paid/12 Weeks

Oak Brook, IL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22/hr - $22/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Ace Hardware Corporation is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world, known for its commitment to customer service and community involvement. The Supply Chain Replenishment Planning Internship offers hands-on experience in supply chain operations, focusing on optimizing product availability and managing vendor partnerships. Interns will collaborate with various stakeholders and gain valuable insights into data-driven decision-making within the supply chain sector.

HardwareRetailService Industry

Responsibilities

Ensure optimal product availability for Ace retailers by achieving targeted order fill rates across a portfolio of vendors

Manage inventory levels to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time, using advanced forecasting and replenishment tools

Execute and monitor purchase orders, overseeing vendor partnerships, and balancing inventory turnover goals with profitability targets

Provide exceptional support to retail store owners and collaborate daily with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including Retail Support Centers (RSCs), Merchandising teams, Vendor partners, Traffic teams, and Supply Chain Compliance

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementData AnalysisForecasting ToolsInventory ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTime ManagementTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Required

Working towards a Bachelor's degree in the following areas: Supply Chain, Economics, Business Administration, Analytics, Finance or related discipline

Completing Senior year of college (Graduating December '26 or May ‘27)

An analytical mindset and strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Adaptability and ability to learn quickly in high-pressure environments

Ambitious self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to contribute as an effective team member

Demonstrated motivation and initiative to succeed

Knowledge and interest in Ace Hardware Corporation

Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday for 12 weeks in the summer (Mid-May through Mid-August 2026)

Willingness and ability to give presentations to colleagues, managers and directors

Benefits

Real hands-on experience in your assigned department/function with day-to-day projects, responsibilities, accountabilities and deadlines.

Opportunity to display your skills during your “Final Pitch” presentation

Q & A with Ace’s CEO and Senior Leadership team

Resume Workshop to help you prepare for future opportunities

Opportunity to volunteer through the Ace Hardware Foundation

Teambuilding activities

Hourly competitive compensation

Company

Ace Hardware Corporation

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Ace Hardware is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated hardware stores in approximately 70 countries.

Founded in 1924