Procurement Intern
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Job Description
About the Company
LG Chem is a leading science and chemical company based in Korea, with a global presence of 58 locations and 20,000 employees. They are dedicated to connecting science to life for a better future, holding 50,000 patents. LG Chem aims to be a Global Top 5 Chemical Company with a balanced business portfolio across petrochemicals, advanced materials, life sciences, and a subsidiary specializing in batteries. They manufacture a wide range of products, from high-value added petrochemicals to renewable plastics, and specialize in cutting-edge electronic and battery materials, as well as drugs and vaccines. LG Chem is committed to carbon-neutral growth by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050.
About the Role
LG Chem is offering a 12-month Procurement Intern position within the corporate Procurement team, supporting the Business Services Team for North America. This internship offers real-world experience in procuring items such as Raw Materials, Equipment, and Construction for LG Chem subsidiaries in the Americas. The intern may also be involved in sourcing new vendors and providing price comparisons. This is a full-time position based in Atlanta, GA.
Responsibilities:
• Support procurement activities related to Raw Materials, Equipment, Construction, and MRO for LG Chem subsidiaries in the Americas.
• Perform all procurement tasks under the guidance of the team leader and in accordance with company policies.
• Handle key procurement processes such as Supplier Registration, Bank Account Registration, and Eco-Friendly Material Review.
• Assist and support the following tasks: Delivery schedule management for Raw Materials, Equipment, and Construction / Processing of customs duties and related logistics costs / Supplier payment management and reporting.
• Conduct supplier sourcing and price comparison for General Procurement (GP) items.
• Prepare and submit reports including HQ reports and weekly/monthly reports.
• Proficiency in communication, data analysis, and reporting using PowerPoint, Excel and ERP systems is essential.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required. Preference in Business Administration, International Trade, Supply Chain, or Economics.
Required Skills:
• Interest in pursuing a Procurement career.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures accurately.
• Self-start with desire to learn and work autonomously.
• Excellent Communication skills: verbal, written and presentation.
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate effectively.
• Establish and build relationships through communication with new or previously unknown suppliers.
• Proficiency in the use of PC, Microsoft Office suite (Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word etc.)
