Strategic Supply Chain Co-op (Summer 2025)

If you are a SUPPLY CHAIN student looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you in our ELYRIA, OHIO location! This role is an exciting opportunity to support the Professional Tools business. We are looking for a Strategic Supply Chain Co-op that will be a part of a strategic sourcing team. In this role, you will participate in all facets of the strategic sourcing process. As a co-op, you are not expected to be experienced in commodity management, but you will need to quickly learn and be open to constructive feedback. You are expected to grow into a contributing member of the team, develop a professional work ethic, and grow in your technical and interpersonal skills through work experience. One of the most important skills you will learn is to learn to communicate effectively with a team.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Supplier Delivery Get Well Program – create open order documents for the weekly meetings and run the Get Well meetings with the suppliers over time.

RFQs (request for quotation) – manage the current and new parts bidding process, Excel tracking, bid evaluations, follow-up calls, and manage weekly status update meetings.

ESAC / NDA (non-disclosure agreement) / Supplier Assessments – manage the completion of standard documents with potentially new and existing suppliers under the Commodity Managers guidance.

Negotiations – indirect payment terms, lead times, and MOQ’s (minimum order quantity) on smaller suppliers.

Outside Work (OSW) – Manage the supplier and pricing structure for outside work processing for North America manufacturing sites under the Commodity Managers’ guidance.

Special Project – We try to create a special project for the co-op to work on in their last half that would be the top line of their resume. This is done under a Commodity Manager. This project really challenges you and allows you to see what you can do. Examples include setting up a rapid prototyping supply base and quoting process, searching for new suppliers, new product tracking, supplier elimination transitions, and running auctions.

Who You Are:

You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You focus on creating an effective collaborative style. You prepare content for communication that is impactful. You convert ideas into actions and produce results with new initiatives. You bring a solution to the problem.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Currently pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

At least one (1) object-oriented course completed prior to co-op term

Legal Authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

Junior or senior class status

Our Offer To You:

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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Requisition ID : 24008371

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.