Analysis Skills, Billing, Business Analysis, Business Processes, Consulting, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Documentation, Documentation Models, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Enterprise Applications, Financial Operations, Food Production, Food Services, Functional Testing, Information Technology & Information Systems, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Leadership, Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Operational Audit, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Process Analysis, Process Development, Process Flow Diagram (PFD), Process Improvement, Process Modeling, Production Planning, Production Systems, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Software Configuration Management, Student Services, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, System Integration (SI), System Operations, System Validation, Systems Administration/Management, Test Automation, Testing
Students may only have 5 open job applications at a time.
Work Experience:
Advanced (Capstone)
Work Experience Description:
Designed for students with substantial experience and advanced skills, such as multiple internships, leadership roles, or specialized training. Best suited for upper-level juniors or seniors with strong practical experience and expertise in their field.
The Food Services ERP Student Analyst provides students with a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience implementing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Dining Management System within a real campus dining operation. Student will work directly with Food Services leadership and vendor consultant specialists to help modernize operations, streamline procurement and inventory processes, and support data-driven decision making.
Primary Responsibilities
Students will participate in multiple phases of the ERP implementation, including process discovery, system configuration, and operational rollout.
Responsibilities may include:
ERP System Training
- Learn how an ERP Dining Management System supports procurement, inventory, production planning, and financial operations.
- Gain exposure to real-world enterprise software configuration and implementation.
Business Process Analysis
- Document and analyze current dining operational workflows and manual processes.
- Assist in defining improved processes enabled by the new ERP system.
Process Documentation
- Create process flow diagrams for both current ("as-is") and future ("to-be") workflows.
- Help build documentation and training materials for new operational procedures.
Procurement & Supply Chain Operations
Learn the full procurement lifecycle, including:
- Requisitions
- Purchase orders
- Vendor ordering
- Receiving
- Inventory management
- Invoicing
Food Production Planning
Learn how the ERP system manages:
- Recipes
- Cycle menus
- Production planning
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Assist with using MRP functionality to automatically generate purchasing recommendations and orders.
Vendor Integration (EDI)
- Assist with implementing Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) connections with major food vendors.
- Help test and validate automated vendor ordering workflows.
System Configuration Support
- Help configure ERP system components including items, vendors, recipes, inventory structures, and purchasing rules.
- Participate in testing and validating system functionality.
Learning Outcomes
Students will gain practical experience in:
- Enterprise software implementation
- Business process analysis and improvement
- ERP configuration and testing
- Supply chain and procurement operations
- Inventory and food production planning systems
- Vendor system integration (EDI)
- Professional documentation and process modeling
Ideal Candidates
Students interested in careers in:
- Information Systems
- Business Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Hospitality / Food Service Operations
- Data and Business Analytics
- Operations Management
Students who enjoy problem solving, systems thinking, and improving real operational workflows will thrive in this role.
Base Rate Per Hour:
17.50
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BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY-HAWAII