(#R67692) Inventory Control Intern

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can’t live without them.”

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location:

4067 County Road 130 - Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311-9359

Job Description:

Our Internship Program: SpartanNash offers paid internships to active students interested in careers within the grocery industry, in areas such as accounting/finance, graphic services, human resources, corporate affairs and communications, information technology, management, marketing and merchandising, supply chain, engineering, and more.  
 
As an Inventory Control Intern you will be part of SpartanNash’s Internship Program. At SpartanNash, our Internship Program is designed to give exposure to the grocery and distribution industry, be engaging in real-world problem-solving, and be immersive in social and educational opportunities with other interns. The internship is a paid, full-time summer opportunity from May 19th, 2025– August 8th, 2025. 
 
Responsibilities: 

• Act as the primary contact for on-site tax stamp inquiries, tracking, inventory control, etc. and accurately maintain an electronic stamp book.  
• Maintain spreadsheet to track tobacco tax stamp inventory data, stamp usage, documentation of roll numbers, etc.; ensure accurate information and timely reporting to Accounting to include recording new stamp rolls received, removed stamp inventory for processing, etc.  
• Track stamp changes according to state/jurisdiction requirements (e.g., image, price, etc.) to maintain compliance with inventory and usage of accurate tax stamps.  
• Update labels and tracking for new store locations with accurate stamp usage and special instructions.  
• Update posted State/County/City Licensing when received.   
• Keep track of posted license expiration dates and contact licensing dept when renewals are needed and not received. 
• Support the inventory process in the Distribution Center through random audits, cycle counting, physical counts, verification of outgoing product, system data maintenance, etc. to ensure accurate and timely records of product inventory while ensuring compliance to inventory processes and procedures.  
• Prepare inventory related reports and verify inventory balances/records in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to identify shortages and discrepancies and research inaccuracies within inventory levels. Adjust inventory records accordingly to maintain accuracy.  
• Communicate pertinent information and issues (i.e., tax stamp inventory issues, inventory/receiving issues, product damage, etc.) to supervisor(s) in a timely manner.  
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. 
• To collaborate with cross functional teams to contribute to its objectives 
• Responsible to complete or participate in at least one strategic project (Capstone Project) during the internship and possibly give a short presentation to the executive team that showcases the project 
• Participate in learning opportunities that may include tours of our warehouses and retail stores, a community service event (such as SpartanNash Expo, Helping Hands, or Special Olympics) 
• Attend weekly professional development workshops for developing skills, team building, etc. 

Qualifications 

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in: Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Be an active student through the summer  
• Graduate December 2025 or later 
• Be willing to attend mandatory, in-person events (2-3 events in Grand Rapids, Michigan including but not limited to orientation and/or intern gatherings) 
• GPA of 3.0 or greater (Preferred) 
• Relevant work experience such as a prior internship or campus experience (Preferred) 
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Required) 
• Inventory Control knowledge (strongly preferred)  
• Basic knowledge of Warehouse Operations in relation to shipping Tobacco and Health & Beauty Products to Stores 
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities 
• Effective communication skills 
• Thrives in ambiguous situations 
• Resilient to overcome obstacles 
• Driven and demonstrates a bias for action 
• Highly collaborative 
• Flexible work program that supports work life balance, including a fully in-person work model, in Bellefontaine, Ohio 

Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences!  Apply Today! 

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position. 

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran, that celebrates diversity and believes employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.