Raw Materials & Operations Planning Intern

New Era Cap,  LLC.  is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth.

The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products.

Since 1920, this family‑owned business has hired employees who are masters of their craft. We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward thinkers. We demand excellence because we

The New Era Internship Program is a dynamic and disruptive opportunity designed to deliver an elite,
authentic experience for students. Interns are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking, contribute progressive ideas, and deliver meaningful, high‑impact work that drives our strategic initiatives. Supported by mentorship and professional development, New Era Interns are empowered to thrive in any career they pursue.

Interested in working with us? Check out this exciting opportunity at New Era Cap's Headquarters (HQ) building located in downtown Buffalo, NY. This role is 100% on‑site, encouraging interns to collaborate and connect in person five days a week. HQ offers an inviting atmosphere, complete with an on‑site cafe, fitness center, and Flagship store.

• The Internship Program is a full‑time (40 hours) opportunity that runs May 20 through August 14
• In addition to your projects and tasks, New Era Interns will experience:
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Professional Development (i.e., workshops and learning sessions for resume building and personal branding, job searching, public speaking, etc.)
  • Community Service Day
  • Team Building Day
  • End‑of‑Internship Showcase to recognize your contributions and achievements

The role of the Raw Materials & Operations Planning Intern is an integral member of the Global Planning Team adding value through assisting with forecasting activities, BOM and inventory data accuracy, monthly reporting, supplier requirement preparation, and cross‑functional coordination that supports overall demand and supply alignment.

• Support raw material planning processes, BOM structures, PLM workflows, and global forecasting methods
• Create fabric and component forecasts by pulling data from line‑level forecasts
• Support the consolidation of global raw material requirements and preparing weekly supplier communications
• Analyze BOMs, inventory positions, consumption trends, and forecast accuracy metrics
• Organize and maintain Excel trackers, reporting files, and forecast accuracy tools
• Update BOM data, forecasts, replan inputs, and consumption reports as information becomes available
• Compile summary reports, supplier requirement files, and material reference tools to support team decision‑making
• Support Global fabric forecast preparation for approved vendors
• Research MOQ issues, discrepancies, or missing data to assist sourcing and planning
• Refresh month‑end reports to ensure data reflects the latest demand, supply, and inventory inputs
• Update S&OP tools to maintain accurate demand, supply, and inventory views for monthly reviews
• Keep all sensitive matters confidential
• Other duties as assigned

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data, identify discrepancies, and make practical recommendations
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to quickly learn and adopt new system
• Comfortable collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate professionally via phone, email, and in‑person
• Flexible and adaptable;…