Supply Chain & Operations Planning Co-op

Hunter Engineering Company; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-world experience

Off-campus team bonding/appreciation

Job summary

Hunter Engineering Company in Bridgeton, MO invites a Spring 2027 Supply Chain Co-Op to join a team spanning Supply Chain, Engineering, and Manufacturing. You will engage with a diverse supplier base and internal stakeholders to develop critical purchasing insights and contribute to process improvements.

The role offers real-world experience, professional growth, and a structured environment with opportunities to learn Total Cost of Ownership concepts and procurement best practices during a set

Qualifications

• Sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a degree with relevant focus.
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process purchases of select MRO orders with guidance from Indirect Procurement.
• Use various software and E-commerce systems for procurement tasks.
• Contribute to projects and generate reports to assist buyers.
• Analyze, prepare, and negotiate quote packages.
• Maintain records and assist with training of successor.

Skills

Supply Chain

Operations Planning

Vendor communication

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Education

Business with Supply Chain focus

Engineering Management or Applied Engineering Sciences

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Career Opportunities with Hunter Engineering Company

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Supply Chain & Operations Planning Co-op

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 you’re ready to join a team that’s 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 You’ll 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 You’ll 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.
• 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.