Merchandising Intern (Council Bluffs, IA)

Bunge • Council Bluffs, IA

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About The Position

Bunge’s Merchandising Internship program introduces interns to the company’s various value chains and teaches them how to create sales and growth in the marketplace. Interns develop arbitrage and risk management skills to help reach and exceed profitability goals in the grain industry. The internship may be based at one of several listed locations, with the location to be determined. Candidates must be willing to relocate for the internship.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or MBA program in Agribusiness, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Professionally aggressive and self-motivated.
• Able to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to deliver customer excellence to Bunge customers.
• Must be willing to relocate for the internship.

Nice To Haves

• Junior status at the university is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and cover existing sales and supplier accounts, and develop prospective accounts.
• Build market knowledge and insight through ongoing communication with product suppliers, customers, and transportation vendors.
• Facilitate and schedule logistics for timely product delivery by barge, rail, and truck.
• Develop merchandising skills as a foundation for future opportunities.
• Improve business outcomes by making data-driven decisions, keeping customers at the forefront, and proactively gaining insight into global strategy.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with others.
• Pursue opportunities to solve problems and take action while managing work.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern