Internship

Process Improvement – Intern

Retail Maintenance

Posted on 1/15/2025

SpartanNash

SpartanNash

1,001-5,000 employees

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Wyoming, MI, USA

Hybrid work model of 1-3 days in office, with mandatory in-person events in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Category
Inventory Management
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in General Business, Accounting, or Finance
  • 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)
  • Microsoft Office proficiency (Required)
  • 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
Responsibilities
  • Review and document current processes and recommend opportunities to improve maintenance process
  • Lead the process to document and categorize existing refrigeration system equipment and maintenance expense to help establish a replacement life cycle
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to contribute to its objectives
  • 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.
Desired Qualifications
  • GPA of 3.0 or greater (Preferred)
  • Relevant work experience such as a prior internship or campus experience (Preferred)
  • Knowledge of Refrigeration and HVAC systems (Preferred)

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Byron Township, Michigan

Founded

2013

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • SpartanNash's dividend increase reflects financial stability and shareholder confidence.
  • Acquisition of Fresh Encounter Inc. enhances market presence in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.
  • Integration of AI in supply chain management can improve efficiency and reduce costs.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from discount retailers like Aldi and Lidl may pressure SpartanNash's pricing.
  • Labor shortages could lead to increased wage pressures and operational challenges.
  • Shift towards online grocery shopping requires significant investment in e-commerce capabilities.

What makes SpartanNash unique

  • SpartanNash operates both food wholesale and grocery retail segments, offering diverse services.
  • The company has a strong community focus, demonstrated by its Our Family Scholarship program.
  • Recent acquisitions, like Fresh Encounter Inc., expand SpartanNash's retail footprint by 33%.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Company News

PR Newswire
Mar 11th, 2025
Spartannash Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) announced that its Board of Directors today approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per common share, representing a 1.1% increase from its fiscal 2024 quarterly cash dividend of $0.2175. The dividend will be paid on April 2, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 21, 2025. As of March 10, 2025, there were 33,689,005 common shares outstanding.About SpartanNashSpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S

PR Newswire
Jan 29th, 2025
Spartannash To Webcast Fourth Quarter And Fiscal 2024 Earnings Conference Call

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) will announce its financial results before the stock market opens on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, for the 12-week fourth quarter and 52-week fiscal year ended Dec. 28, 2024.The Company will host a conference call to discuss its quarterly results with additional comments and details on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. ET

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PR Newswire
Dec 16th, 2024
Spartannash Awards 25 Scholarships To Students Demonstrating Outstanding Community Service

Third annual Our Family® Scholarship program awards 25 $2,500 scholarships to students making a differenceGRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash® (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced the recipients of its 2024 Our Family® Scholarship. This year, the Company set a new record by awarding 25 students with $2,500 scholarships in recognition of outstanding service to their local communities.SpartanNash awarded 25 students with $2,500 scholarships in recognition of outstanding service to their local communities."We are committed to helping our retail stores and independent grocer customers give back to the communities they serve by honoring standout students who have made a difference," said SpartanNash Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer Amy McClellan. "The Our Family Scholarship embodies what it means to serve, and it's a privilege to support our recipients' education so they can continue building brighter futures for themselves and their communities."The Our Family Scholarship program honors undergraduate, graduate and vocational students who go above and beyond in serving others. Recipients were selected for their dedication to creating better places to live, play and grow. The awarded funds can be applied to any form of higher education, from two- and four-year universities to trade schools and other post-secondary education programs.This year's winners represent diverse efforts to address challenges in their communities

PR Newswire
Nov 22nd, 2024
Spartannash Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced that on Nov. 20, 2024, its Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.2175 per common share. The dividend will be paid on Dec. 30, 2024, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on Dec. 9, 2024

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