Summary
Aldevron, a Danaher operating company focused on life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology, is seeking a VAVE Program Intern. The role supports cost-improvement initiatives by developing project plans, collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers, and participating in VAVE workshops, Should-Cost modeling, product teardowns, and competitive benchmarking.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the VAVE program across Aldevron/IDT to drive total cost improvement, engaging cross-functional teams including R&D, Product Management, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Finance. Assisting cross-functional Daily Management for VAVE projects, ensuring consistent execution and tracking of cost-saving initiatives
- Assisting internal and supplier VAVE Kaizens to identify cost-saving opportunities, eliminate waste, and implement Should-Cost models through product teardowns and competitive benchmarking
- Collaborate with Product Planning to prioritize high-impact projects and allocate resources effectively, ensuring alignment with business unit strategies
Skills
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in in Supply Chain, Business, Operation Management, Engineering or Finance
- Basic understanding of statistics and finance, experience with Microsoft tools
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Project Management, Supplier Management, Manufacturing and New Product Commercialization Experience
- Chemical/or pharmaceutical experience preferred
Qualifications
Must Haves
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in in Supply Chain, Business, Operation Management, Engineering or Finance
- Basic understanding of statistics and finance, experience with Microsoft tools
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Nice to Haves
- Project Management, Supplier Management, Manufacturing and New Product Commercialization Experience
- Chemical/or pharmaceutical experience preferred
Benefits
- Health care program
- Paid time off
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k) to eligible employees
- Bonus/incentive pay
- Remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home