Strategic Sourcing Intern

CHS, Inc.•Inver Grove Heights, MN

About The Position

Through an internship with CHS, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects that support agriculture, strengthen communities, and help advance a global business. Our paid internship program offers an opportunity to build practical skills, grow your leadership capabilities, and see how your ideas can make an impact. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals and connect with mentors, industry experts and senior leaders, while gaining career insights, building relationships and exploring how CHS businesses work together to empower agriculture. CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Transportation division. We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Intern to join our team. You must be customer-focused with excellent communication skills, project management, and change management skills. Must have the ability to influence internal customers, build relationships, and lead change efforts.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in Supply Chain Management/Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, Business Economics, or Agribusiness
Proficient with Microsoft Office Software.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Strong communication, data skills and time management skills.
Self-starter and motivated to learn new systems and proficiencies

Responsibilities

Perform routine logistical activities to include reporting, updates, emails, and customer service.
Maintain carrier information and pricing documents within Excel and specific ERP systems.
Identify and resolve service level issues utilizing root cause analysis and corrective actions to improve service to our customers and CHS.
Reconcile contracted freight payments.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with carrier operations personnel and well as CHS customer service, Sales, and other internal stakeholders.
Work directly with internal stakeholders to identify performance metrics and create presentations for business reviews and sourcing projects