Supply Chain Early Rotational Program Associate
Regal RexnordWork Model: Work Model: You’ll work in a hybrid model, onsite at your designated Regal Rexnord location at least 3 days per week (Monday–Thursday), with flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days, including Friday. ____________________ Program Duration: 24 months (three eight-month rotations) Potential Locations Milwaukee, WI Rosemont, IL Other U.S. sites based on business needs Program Overview Over the course of two years, participants will complete three eight-month rotations across critical Supply Chain functions, gaining broad exposure to the end-to-end supply chain and the teams that support our global business: Indirect Category Management Direct Materials Category Management Materials Planning Logistics Management and Logistics Category Management Supply Chain Program Management Sales Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) Through a “learn by doing” approach, participants will build technical expertise in sourcing, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and materials flow while contributing to meaningful business priorities. Each rotation includes formal mentorship, leadership development, cross-functional collaboration, and opportunities to present project outcomes and recommendations to senior leaders. What You'll Do Each rotation is project-based and aligned to business priorities, functional needs, and individual development goals. Assignments may include opportunities to: Manage supplier relationships and develop strategic sourcing recommendations for senior leadership Conduct data-driven cost analyses and support negotiations for direct and indirect materials Serve as a plant-level buyer to improve supplier performance across quality, delivery, service, and cost Support transportation optimization, carrier management, freight auditing, and logistics performance improvements Extract, analyze, and interpret ERP data to monitor KPIs, identify spend patterns, and flag operational or supplier risk areas Lead continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen standard work Deliver formal report-outs that summarize project results, insights, business impact, and recommended next steps Education, Experience, & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field Rising senior or recent graduate with strong academic performance; anticipated graduation date of Winter 2026 or Spring/Summer 2027 Prior co-op, internship, project, or work experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, operations, or manufacturing preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with ERP systems or data visualization tools is a plus Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into clear insights and practical recommendations Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the confidence to present ideas, updates, and recommendations to leaders Self-starter who is curious, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment Why Join Us Structured rotations designed to build well-rounded Supply Chain capability Hands-on ownership of high-visibility projects with measurable business impact Mentorship and coaching from experienced Supply Chain leaders Leadership, professional development, and networking opportunities throughout the program Clear pathway to meaningful full-time opportunities upon successful program completion Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Travel & Mobility Ability to travel up to 30% to support rotations, business priorities, and site visits Willingness to relocate between rotations based on program placement and business needs Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or keep U.S. work authorization. Compensation Details Starting salary: $60,000-70.000 The salary range provided is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation for …