Transportation Procurement Intern (May 2026 – May 2027)

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.

Caterpillar is now offering an exciting internship opportunity for an individual who is passionate about Supply Chain. Caterpillar is a place that provides you with a challenging and inclusive environment to help make a difference globally. The Transportation Procurement Intern will be exposed to a full spectrum of transportation procurement functions, work on projects, and the opportunity to engage with senior leaders within the Asia Pacific region.

What You Will Do:

• Participate in getting Rate Quotations from Carriers as part of the Rate Requests /Ocean Freight Amendment process to manage the rate depository

• Support Market Intelligence concerning Industry and Carrier news/developments and Benchmarking Ocean Freight rates

• Participate in Internal Sourcing Strategy Meetings

• Participate in Supplier Performance/Negotiation/Escalation Meetings & Discussions

• Support Business Case related tasks associated with Internal Stakeholders

• General admin tasks such as: Rate comparison Analysis and Summary / Volume reconciliation between Caterpillar and Carrier / Freight Rate/Allocation database management

What You Have:

• Undergraduates pursuing a bachelor’s degree in either: Logistics / Supply Chain / Industrial Engineering

• Strong organizational, time management, presentation, and communication skills

• Team player with an ability to work with people from different backgrounds and cultures

• A self-starter, who can work independently and demonstrate high level of motivation and drive

• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability

• Demonstrates a strong appetite for learning

• Common sense – boots in the dirt, let’s do the work mentality

• You are curious and inquisitive

Learning Outcomes

With us you will:

• Participate in projects on Global Ocean Freight Tender. You will learn:
  a) Process
  b) Strategy
  c) Compliance
  d) Analysis

• Experience and participate in Stakeholder meetings and learn how to navigate/tune your communication towards Senior/Vice Presidents.

• Computer/technology skills: Exposure to SalesForce / Infor Nexus / Keelvar Bidding Tool

• Specific skill-building: Core Negotiation Skills / Strategic Sourcing / Tender Management (Bidding tools) / Procurement Compliance / Procurement Operations

• Project-related skills: Global Tender Management exposure/skills/experience

• Employability-enhancing activities: This is a Global Role which gives candidate enhanced exposure / experience which will make resume stand out as compared to a regional role

Additional Info:

• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

• The office is located at 14 Tractor Road.

• Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of Singapore which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of Singapore which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

What You Will Get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding internship. Besides a monthly stipend, additional benefits include paid annual leave (pro-rated based on internship period), medical leave, in-house cafeteria and transportation from Boon Lay MRT station.

Final Details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply using an English version of your CV. We look forward to meeting you!

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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