Distribution Center Operations Intern
About the job
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college at the undergraduate or master's level.
- Be within one semester post-graduation.
- Be able to sit for extended periods of time.
- Have sufficient hand and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, other computer components, and warehouse equipment.
- Be available for occasional travel to interact with regional distribution centers.
- Conduct data analysis to provide insights on business performance, trends, and opportunities.
- Assist in creating reports and presentations for senior management.
- Support implementation of analytics tools and methodologies to improve data-driven decision-making.
- Analyze current processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with team members to implement process changes and monitor their impact on overall performance.
- Support development and documentation of standard operating procedures.
- Contribute to process mapping and workflow management projects.
- Monitor performance metrics and key performance indicators to track improvement progress and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Recommend and apply automation tools or technology solutions to reduce manual tasks and increase output.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback, assess impact, and iterate on improvements.
- Communication skills.
- Proactiveness.
- Adaptability.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Networking skills.
- Self-motivation.
- Willingness to learn.
- Critical thinking.
- Integrity.
About the company
Winsupply connects over 680 locally owned wholesalers across the United States, backed by Winsupply Inc. It holds a majority equity stake in each local company and provides centralized services like sourcing, finance, marketing, logistics, and governance, while letting owners keep local autonomy. The local wholesalers distribute construction materials, equipment, and MRO supplies to contractors, installers, and facilities teams across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, waterworks, and related trades, totaling about $8.4 billion in annual sales and ~9,500 employees. The company differs from traditional chains by combining local ownership with shared corporate support and equity, enabling entrepreneurs to grow their own businesses within a nationwide network that emphasizes opportunity and scale.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Dayton, Ohio
Founded
1956
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sep. 3, 2026: Winsupply bought Planes Moving's 48,000-square-foot Miami Township facility.
- Mar. 23, 2026: Winsupply announced 1.6 million square feet of added capacity.
- FY2026 sales reached $8.4 billion, and 2026 meetings drew 2,000 participants.
What critics are saying
- Rapid acquisitions strain integration across Rural Pipe, Central Corp., and Planes Moving.
- The 1.6 million-square-foot expansion increases fixed costs before demand proves out.
- If entrepreneurs stop joining, Winsupply's 680-plus local-company model stops scaling.
What makes Winsupply unique
- Winsupply's entrepreneur-owned local-company model creates unusually sticky operator incentives.
- FY2026 sales hit $8.4 billion across 680-plus local companies.
- Seventy years of acquisitions built national scale without centralizing every market decision.
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Company News
JASPER, Texas — Winsupply Inc. has acquired a Texas company with two locations.
Winsupply is expanding its national distribution network by adding 1.6 million square feet of capacity over the next two years across three key regions. The project includes a 1.17-million-square-foot facility in Atlanta, a 254,000-square-foot development in Oklahoma City and a 200,000-square-foot expansion in Dayton. The infrastructure investment aims to support more than 680 local companies that operate under Winsupply, distributing residential and commercial construction and industrial supplies across plumbing, HVAC, electrical and waterworks sectors. Company president Jeff Dice described the expansion as supporting Winsupply's entrepreneurship-focused business model. The improvements are designed to reduce supply chain friction and enable local partners to diversify inventory whilst maintaining competitive advantage in their markets. The company characterised the project as one of its most significant infrastructure investments.
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