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! We are looking for a 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 encouraged 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 optimally with a team. **In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:** + Supplier Delivery Get Well Program – build open order documents for the weekly meetings and own the Get Well meetings with the suppliers over time. + RFQs (request for quotation) – run the current and new parts bidding process, Excel tracking, bid evaluations, follow-up calls, and run weekly status update meetings. + PPAPs (production part approval process) – receive and log all PPAPs, supervise through the approval sign-offs, create warrants, and put the samples in storage. + ESAC / NDA (non-disclosure agreement) / Supplier Assessments – lead the completion of standard documents with potentially new and existing suppliers under the Commodity Managers' mentorship. + Negotiations – indirect payment terms, lead times, and MOQ’s (minimum order quantity) on smaller suppliers. + Special Project – We try to build special projects for the co-op to work on in their last half that would be the top line of their resume. This is done under the leadership of 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 developing 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 Bachelor's 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:** + Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management + Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher + Junior or senior class status **Our Culture & Commitment to You:** At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We cultivate an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. **Why Work in the Greater Cleveland Area** Our facility is located in Elyria, OH (our world headquarters), which is conveniently located within driving distance to Cleveland. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work **About Our Location** Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923, the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria, OH has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster, safer, and more accurately. Today, more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and a state-of-the-art “schoolhouse” training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons annually. In addition to the iconic wrench, the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools, pipe and electrical tools, and drain cleaning components, as well as Greenlee step bits and knock-out tools. Emerson’s Professional Tools business provides the industry’s broadest portfolio of advanced, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades. \#LI-BC1 **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. **Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation** If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com . **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! **No calls or agencies please.** **Requisition ID** : 25024274 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.