The Marketing Development Program (MDP) is a multi-year (2-3 year) rotational program designed to offer a wide range of developmental opportunities. It equips recent university graduates with the skills needed to manage the full product life cycle, from market research and new product development to product launch, commercialization, and product line rationalization. The MDP provides a well-rounded experience within our organization and the professional construction industry. Participants will engage in rotational assignments, within Product Management, Marketing Communications, Market Research, and/or Sales Planning & Forecasting. These structured experiences aim to enhance participants' problem-solving skills, foster collaboration, offer mentoring, provide cross-functional exposure, and deliver formal training. After finishing the rotational program, our MDP participants will be assigned to permanent roles within the company, aligning their interests with organizational needs for a rewarding career experience.
Emerson’s global Professional Tools business is an equal opportunity employer, offering the broadest portfolio of reliable tools and technologies for those working in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades! With unparalleled expertise from RIDGID, Greenlee, and Klauke, we deliver trusted products to handle the industries’ toughest challenges.
IN THE THREE-YEAR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:
- Assisting Product Managers in launching new construction industry products in collaboration with Engineering, Operations, MarCom, and Sales
- Conducting extensive research to anticipate customer needs
- Staying updated on market trends, technologies, competitors, and product certifications
- Participating in the development of product launch strategies and ensuring successful execution
- Generating innovative ideas to increase market awareness and drive product sales
- Analyzing existing product sales and collaborating with the sales team to identify growth opportunities
- Developing and implementing e-commerce, digital and other channel marketing strategies
- Monitoring economic conditions and key indicators to predict future demand
- Providing analytical support as needed
- Provide support for various customer engagement and PR events
WHO YOU ARE:
You understand the importance and interdependence of internal customer relationships. You keep focus and perseverance a priority. You make new connections and build relationships in other areas and teams. You prepare content for communication that is impactful. You consider the integration points of pieces and parts working together.
Expected Start Date: May 2025
FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with managing multiple tasks or project
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, with excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Authorized to work in the US now or in the future without sponsorship
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, data analytics, engineering or a related field
- Prior internship or co-op experience
- Consumer products experience and sales experience preferred
- Experience in market research and data analytics
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
- Initiative and follow-through
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills as well as attention to detail
- Core skills in planning, organizing, and process management
Flexible Work Schedule
This role has a flexibility of a core hour schedule dependent on your department and leadership approval. You can choose to flex your start and stop times given you are working during the core hours of 9:00am - 3:00pm. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers. With both the flexibility of hybrid work schedule and the prospect of collaborating with motivated individuals to build groundbreaking products, this is undoubtedly a unique career experience. Make this great opportunity yours!
OUR OFFER TO YOU:
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit 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 inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
The 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 and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson.
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.
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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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