Supply Chain Intern

Richardson International Limited; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Summer internship program

Job summary

Richardson International Limited is seeking a Supply Chain Intern for our U.S. operations in St. Louis, MO. The role offers hands-on experience in transportation, logistics, and international business as you pursue your degree.

You will assist in coordinating logistics, rail and truck transloading, rate analysis, and contract management while gaining exposure to TMS and WMS systems. This summer internship emphasizes development, teamwork, and real-world business impact.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Logistics & Supply chain.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team; strong organizational skills.
• Customer focused with good communication and detail orientation.
• Able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple duties.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics, transportation, and warehousing of grains and finished goods.
• Learn rail to truck transloading and prepare BOLs; explore demurrage practices.
• Collaborate with carriers to secure rates and analyze data.
• Assist with resolving shipment delays and customer concerns.
• Support 3PL partners with rate negotiations and issue resolution.
• Work with Rail, Truck Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and WMS.
• Enter grain sales contracts and assist with settlements and invoicing.
• Process accounts payable vouchers for payment.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics & Supply chain

Tools

TMS

WMS

Job description

As a result of growth in our U.S. operations, our U.S. Country Office in St.Louis, Missouri provides leadership and support to our operating facilities and employees across the country. Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.

We are currently seeking a Supply Chain Intern to join our dynamic transportation group in our St.Louis, MO Office for a summer term position.

As a Supply Chain Intern Student you will have the opportunity to develop studied skills, gain hands‑on experience and grow your industry knowledge not only in Transportation and Supply Chain but also in International Business, Finance and Marketing as you pursue your degree. As your skill levels and business knowledge develop, you will be faced with more challenges and complex responsibilities within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day activities in coordinating the logistics, transportation, and warehousing of grains and oilseeds & finished goods such as cooking oil, durum semolina and pasta.
• Assist with rail activities related to the Durum Milling units - learn bulk rail to truck transloading, direct to customer shipments and how to expedite, prepare BOLs along with rail demurrage best practices.
• Work collaboratively with bulk pneumatic truck and dry van carriers securing rates, preparing the rate analysis and reviewing with sales to secure additional business.
• Work collaboratively with Durum Milling Operations, Sales, Transportation Carriers to troubleshoot shipment delays and customer concerns towards a positive resolution.
• Work collaboratively with 3PL warehousing and transportation partners and participate in rate and contract negotiations, problem resolution, customer complaints, shipping discrepancies, etc.
• Work within Rail and Truck Transportation Management Systems (TMS), and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Enter and update grain sales contracts into the system.
• Prepare contract settlements as directed by the Merchant.
• Prepare customer invoicing according to the sales contract.
• Process accounts payable vouchers for payment.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Logistics & Supply chain.
• Those who are able to work independently and as part of a team;
• Possess above average organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Customer focused with exceptional communication skills;
• Are able to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks;
• and Have demonstrated computer experience and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• All Majors will be considered for this opportunity.

Richardson International is a global agriculture and food processing leader, with deep-rooted grower relationships spanning over 165 years.

We are always improving our facilities, processes, and products to continue to deliver on our commitment to excellence.

Across borders, our network collaborates to fuel our ongoing growth.

Join our growing team and set a strong foundation for a career full of exciting possibilities.

Richardson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.