What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain & Operations Planning Co-op position at Hunter Engineering Company?
Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Supply Chain & Operations Planning Co-Op in Bridgeton, MO!
Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers.
We are proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for five consecutive years (2022 2026) which is a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
If youre ready to join a team thats shaping the future of automotive service, read on.
As a Supply Chain Co-Op, you will work directly with other members of the Supply Chain department, as well as Engineering, Manufacturing, and a diverse supply base. The interaction with these various groups will allow the individual to build communication skills and improve critical thinking in a professional atmosphere.
This position is for a Spring 2027 Co-Op, with a start date of January 2027 and an end date of August 2027.
What Youll Do:
- Process the purchases of select Maintenance, Repair, and Operation (MRO) orders with assistance and oversight of the Indirect Procurement team.
- Work with various software and E-commerce systems.
- Work on projects and producing reports to assist buyers.
- Analyze, prepare, and negotiate quote packages.
- Assist with the liquidation of obsolete raw material and parts inventory.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with vendors, buyers, internal stakeholders & management.
- Troubleshoot vendor or order issues to help maintain the orderly function of the department.
- Apply Total Cost of Ownership metrics in evaluating purchasing decisions.
- Keep good records.
- Pass on your knowledge and assist with the training of your successor.
What Youll Bring:
- Major study in:
- Business, preferably with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management or Operations
- Engineering Management or Applied Engineering Sciences
- Be an enthusiastic and self-motivated sophomore, junior, or senior.
- Minimum 2.8 GPA.
- Basic computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Excellent judgment and communication skills.
- Knowledge of the purchasing processes, including a basic understanding of inventory control, EOQ, A/B/C prioritization, etc. is preferred.
What We Offer:
- Real-world experience
- Off-campus team bonding/appreciation event
Join us in our mission to Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!
- Make Lives Better Together
- Take Pride in the Extraordinary
- Define the Standard
Hunter Engineering does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) now or in the future.