12-Month Procurement Internship

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.

About the role

This 12-month internship is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate to gain real-world experience supporting the procurement of items such as Raw Materials, Equipment, and Construction vendors for LG Chem subsidiaries in the Americas.

This is a full-time, hourly position (40 hours per week) based in our corporate office in the Buckhead area of 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.
• Perform data analysis and reporting using PowerPoint, Excel, and ERP systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; preference in Supply Chain/Logistics or International Trade.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday during normal business hours of 8 AM – 5 PM.
• Interest in pursuing a supply chain or procurement career.
• Knowledgeable of international trade regulations, documentation, and processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures accurately.
• Self-starter with a desire to learn and work autonomously.
• Excellent communication skills: verbal, written, and presentation.
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate effectively.
• Proficiency in PC and Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).

Skills

• Establish and build relationships through communication with new or previously unknown suppliers.
• Bilingual (Korean-English) is preferred to collaborate with local US team members, individuals based in our Headquarters in Korea, and use proprietary systems.

Schedule

Full-time, 12-month internship (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM.