Intern - Purchasing

ABOUT US

Seaboard Overseas and Trading Group (SOTG), a division of the Fortune 500 Seaboard Corporation, is a globally integrated leader in agricultural commodity trading, processing, and logistics. With milling facilities in 12 locations across 9 countries and 11 trading offices in 10 countries, we produce approximately two million metric tons of grain-based products annually.

Our vertically integrated approach-spanning procurement, transportation, and processing-ensures quality, consistency, and supply chain efficiency. We manage bulk freight and chartered vessels, overseeing logistics for both in-house and third-party customers. Every year, we source, transport, and market around 12 million metric tons of diverse commodities, supporting food security and economic growth in the regions we serve.

At SOTG, we are driven by innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. Our business model fosters an entrepreneurial mindset, empowering our teams to take ownership, find creative solutions, and drive impact.

WHY JOIN US?

We offer a dynamic, multicultural environment where individuals can grow and make a real difference. As a Purchasing Intern at SOTG, you'll gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects in areas such as:

• Affiliate Document Management - Assist in organizing and maintaining important documents for our international affiliates, ensuring accuracy and accessibility within our ERP systems and other electronic filing systems
• Payment Voucher Process - Support the creation and processing of payment vouchers, learning the intricacies of financial transactions and vendor payments
• Vendor Management - Help manage relationships with our vendors, including data collection, quote preparation, and supplier selection
• Corporate Purchasing - Participate in the corporate purchasing process, from office supply orders to equipment maintenance and service contracts

YOUR IMPACT

This internship provides more than just experience-it's an opportunity to contribute to a company that values integrity, accountability, respect, and excellence. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you'll gain technical expertise, mentorship, and global business insights that will set you up for future success.

At SOTG, we believe in creating value globally through sustainable nutrition, together-and we invite you to be part of that journey.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Purchasing team with Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Purchase Orders, and Payment Vouchers.
• Support buyers in data collection, quote preparation, analysis, and supplier selection.
• Manage office supply orders, equipment maintenance, and service contracts.
• Participate in supplier and internal team meetings.
• Gather and coordinate cross-functional input from Project Managers, Buyers, Engineers, Operations team, and other stakeholders regarding project deliverables.
• Conduct comparative studies of suppliers and perform spend analysis.
• Handle data collection, spreadsheet creation, and data analysis.
• Maintain physical and digital filing systems.
• Liaison with the IT department and Help Desk when service is required.
• Process cargo tracking notes for shipments abroad.
• Complete vendor forms, verbal verifications, and upload tax forms.
• Reconcile vendor invoices and process payments.
• Coordinate mail and package delivery.
• Process DHL and UPS shipments.
• Perform special projects as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Prior internship experience is a plus.
• High level of integrity, trust, and a positive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Basic knowledge of additional languages (French, Spanish) is a plus.

DURATION

• Summer 2025 (approximately 10-12 weeks)

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed in a professional office environment and involves frequent contact with others as part of Seaboard's collaborative culture. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to hear and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and with sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks. Regular use of standard office equipment, such as computers and phones, is required. This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended sitting and standing. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The position requires specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.