12-Month Procurement Internship

12-Month Procurement Internship

LG Chem is a leading chemical company in Korea that has continuously achieved growth through relentless challenges and innovation since its establishment in 1947. Building upon a balanced and globally competitive business portfolio, LG Chem manufactures a wide range of products from high-value added petrochemicals to renewable plastics, specializing in cutting-edge electronic and battery materials as well as drugs and vaccines to deliver differentiated solutions for its customers.

LG Chem has a newly created 12-Month Procurement Internship position that will support the Business Services Team for North America and is based in our corporate office in Atlanta, GA. This 12-Month Procurement Internship is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate to learn real world experience to support procuring items such as Raw Materials, Equipment, and Construction vendors for LG Chem subsidiaries in the Americas. Bachelor Degree required, preference in Supply Chain/Logistics, and qualified candidates will be knowledgeable with international trade regulations, documentation and processes.

This is a full-time, 12-month, hourly position (40-hours per week) and is based in our Corporate office in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, GA. To qualify, candidates must have completed a Bachelor Degree, and able to work Monday through Friday during normal business hours of 8AM - 5PM.

What You'll Be Doing

Essential Functions (include but are not limited to):

• 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, Skills and Experience: What We're Looking For

Competencies/Desired Skills:

Education: Bachelor's Degree required. Preference in Supply Chain/Logistics or International Trade.

Requirements:

• Candidates must be able to work Monday through Friday during normal business hours of 8AM - 5PM.
• Interest in pursuing and supply chain or procurement career.
• Knowledgable of international trade regulations, documentation and processes.
• 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.)
• Bilingual (Korean-English) is preferred to collaborate with local US team members, individuals based in our Headquarters in Korea and use proprietary systems.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.