Supply Chain Co-op at Bose Corporation in Framingham, Massachusetts

Job Description:

You know the moment. It's the first notes of that song you love, the intro to your favorite movie, or simply the sound of someone you love saying "hello." It's in these moments that sound matters most.

At Bose, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth. We've dedicated ourselves to improving it for nearly 60 years. And we're passionate down to our bones about making whatever you're listening to a little more magical.

At Bose, we are constantly learning and constantly curious. We never stop imagining what better sound sounds like. The Product team leads the transformation of ideas through research, design, development, marketing, and sales, unleashing the transformative power of sound and delivering the best products on the market.

Job Description

THE PROGRAM

We're looking for students to join our Supply Chain Co-Op Program who are obsessively curious about process improvement and using data to make informed decisions. Our Supply Chain Co-op program at Bose will give you a chance to gain the inside track on a unique and rewarding work experience. Our goal is to make your co-op experi ence exciting, meaningful and a valuable opportunity to learn about the industry, the supply chain discipline, and Bose in particular. You will enrich your classroom work with a real-life perspective and develop valuable skills necessary to succeed after graduation.

Opportunities don't stop at your day-to-day work. While you're getting an in depth look at your area of expertise, we'll expose you to other areas of the company. Our Co-Ops are given the opportunity to connect with senior leadership across the business to understand different perspectives at Bose. You'll network with other Co-Ops and colleagues to grow your network for the future!

The Supply Chain Co-op program covers a six month duration (January-June 2025) which provides a deep learning experience. All positions report into the Product and Supply Chain organization located at the Corporate Center in Framingham, Massachusetts, about 35 minutes outside Boston.

THE POSITIONS

Opportunity to explore Bose' end to end supply chain, including exposure to Commodity Management, Planning, Product Development, Program Management, and Strategy.

Positions & Responsibilities:

Procurement ( 3 openings) : Posit ions will be in Bose' s Direct Global Supply Management group. Job details for these 3 roles include :

Electrical Commodity:

Be involved in the procurement of selected electrical & mechanical commodities including sourcing, obtaining and evaluating quotations, preparing for and actively participating in supplier meetings, analyzing supply-demand alignment, assessing supplier risk, and communicating industry trends.

Gain experience and learn about the semiconductor end-to-end supply chain ranging from early-stage engineering component evaluation and supplier mapping to forecast generation and delivery tracking.

NPI PM/Mechanical Commodity:

Support NPI Program Management team in areas of new products BOM review and resolution, Country of Origin determination, accessory part management. Interface with product contract manufacturers as well as internal functional groups.

Support Mechanical Commodity team in areas of system updates, supplier quotations, and other projects. Interface with component suppliers as well as internal functional groups

The positions include a combination of strategic/project work and standard daily/weekly work. The standard work will include responsibility for supporting commodity managers with contract pricing and data analysis involving Excel, SAP, Power BI, and supply management software platforms.

Operations Analyst (1 opening) : The Supply Chain, Strategy & Logistics team i s a support gr oup within the Product and Supply Chain organization.

The ideal Analyst candidate is an independent worker and creative thinker who excels in project work over standard work. Responsibilities include :

Project-manage enhancements and maintenance to the Bose Corporate cost-reduction database in close conjunction with MIS development team in Mexico .

Manage KPI dashboard for the VP of Global Procurement & Manufacturing Operations . Collaborate closely with senior management to ensure integrity of metrics.

Create training modules and/or training documentation for the department, including delivery of the training to individuals both inside and outside the department.

Responsible for reporting analytics on commodity spend, savings results, purchase price variance, and other financial reporting, which is reported to senior level staff and used as organizational KPIs .

ABOUT YOU

Requirements:

Skills: The ideal candidates are independent workers with attention for detail, strong communication skills, and proven ability to work successfully in a collaborative environment.

Highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint is a must .

PowerBI experience is preferred.

SAP and SharePoint experience is a plus.

Education : Business majors with a Supply Chain concentration. Candidates with previous intern or co-op experience preferred.

Candidates must be able to work hybrid 3 days/week on-site in our Framingham headquarters from January-June 2025.

Bose is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. For additional information, please review: (1) the EEO is the Law Poster (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf); and (2) its Supplements (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm). Please note, the company's pay transparency is available at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/EO13665_PrescribedNondiscriminationPostingLanguage_JRFQA508c.pdf. Bose is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the application or employment process, please send an e-mail to Wellbeing@bose.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success, and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities, and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.

If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send a note to wellbeing@bose.com