Product Line Management Intern at Magnera in Charlotte, NC

Overview:

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

 

Intern will support the Branded Wipes Product Line Management team in managing a portfolio of consumer and industrial wipe products across pricing, portfolio strategy, and cross‑functional coordination. Works closely with product managers, sales, supply chain, and marketing to support day‑to‑day commercial decisions and longer‑term product strategy initiatives.

 

Intern will lead a summer‑long, in‑depth examination of customer profitability across the Chicopee portfolio. Develops a structured financial analysis incorporating pricing, rebates, billbacks, commissions, and cost‑to‑serve components to assess true customer‑level margins and profitability. Synthesizes findings into actionable insights that enhance overall portfolio understanding and inform pricing and commercial strategy. Presents project to senior leadership at the end of summer.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a comprehensive, end‑to‑end customer analysis for the Chicopee branded wipes portfolio, serving as the intern’s primary focus for the duration of the internship.
• Compile, clean, and analyze financial data across revenue, standard costs, rebates, billbacks, and commissions
• Develop a structured analytical framework to quantify cost‑to‑serve dynamics by customer.
• Identify structural issues impacting portfolio performance, translating findings into clear business insights.
• Partner with Sales and Finance stakeholders to validate assumptions, reconcile data discrepancies, and ensure analytical accuracy.
• Synthesize quantitative findings into actionable recommendations supporting pricing, portfolio optimization, and commercial decision‑making.
• Deliver a formal presentation to senior leadership outlining project findings and implications.

Qualifications:

• Experience (classes) in finance and/or accounting
• Some experience in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Processes, Marketing, or related fields.