Sourcing Co-Op Spring 2027

Emerson•Elyria, OH

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Emerson is seeking a Supply Chain Co-Op to join its strategic sourcing team in Elyria, Ohio, for Spring 2027. The co-op will participate in all facets of strategic sourcing and is expected to learn quickly, accept constructive feedback, develop a professional work ethic, and grow technical, interpersonal, and communication skills through work experience. The role is intended to develop into a contributing member of the team. The co-op will support supplier delivery recovery, requests for quotation (RFQs), production part approval processes (PPAPs), supplier documentation and assessments, and selected negotiations. Under a Commodity Manager’s guidance, the co-op may also complete a special project during the latter half of the term. Potential projects include establishing a rapid-prototyping supply base and quoting process, identifying new suppliers, tracking new products, managing supplier-elimination transitions, and running auctions. The position is based at Emerson’s Elyria, Ohio location. Sponsorship for work authorization is not provided; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
At least one object-oriented course completed before the co-op term.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided.
Able to learn quickly and be open to constructive feedback.

Nice To Haves

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management.
Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
Junior or senior class standing.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Create open-order documents for weekly Supplier Delivery Get Well Program meetings and, over time, run meetings with suppliers.
Manage current- and new-part bidding processes for RFQs, including Excel tracking, bid evaluations, follow-up calls, and weekly status update meetings.
Receive and log PPAPs, track them through approval sign-offs, create warrants, and place samples in storage.
Manage completion of standard ESAC, NDA, and supplier-assessment documents with prospective and existing suppliers under Commodity Managers’ guidance.
Negotiate indirect payment terms, lead times, and minimum order quantities with smaller suppliers.
Work on a special project during the latter half of the co-op term under a Commodity Manager; examples include establishing a rapid-prototyping supply base and quoting process, searching for new suppliers, new-product tracking, supplier-elimination transitions, and running auctions.
Develop effective communication, collaboration, technical, and interpersonal skills while contributing to the strategic sourcing team.