Leadership Development Program

About the Role

The EDGE program's Supply Chain and Operations Leadership Development Program (LDP) track is designed to accelerate the professional growth of future people leaders. This program offers cross-functional experiences, learning about the core of Rockwell Automation's Integrated Supply Chain organization through four different six-month rotations and one year-long capstone rotation.

• Location: Chennai, India
• Start Date: January 2027
• Duration: Three years
• Work Model: Onsite (fully remote work is not available)

Key Responsibilities

During the three-year program, associates will:

• Gain cross-functional experiences through rotations in various functional areas:
• Three, six-month rotations in core areas: planning and materials, quality and manufacturing engineering, and operations engineering.
• One, six-month rotation in a business elective area: strategic sourcing or logistics.
• One, twelve-month capstone requirement in plant supervision.
• Develop skills in AI-enabled process improvement, data analysis, project management, and people leadership.
• Participate in individualized training and mentoring within a continuous learning environment.
• Receive challenging levels of responsibility, accountability, and visibility within the organization.
• Engage in ongoing development conversations with the program manager to determine the right role for future rotations.

Upon graduation, successful associates will be promoted into a longer-term role (individual contributor, technically focused, or supervisor) based on performance.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university completed before January 2027 or expected to be completed before January 2027.
• Preferred Degree: BE/Btech in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Telecommunication.
• Language: Business proficiency in English (reading, writing, and spoken).
• Work Authorization: Legal authorization to work in India is required. Rockwell Automation will not sponsor employment visas for this role.
• Travel: Ability to travel 25% of the time.

Qualifications

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor's degree (as stated above).
• Business proficiency in English.
• Legal authorization to work in India.
• Ability to travel 25%.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• Educational Grade average of 7 out of 10 or better.
• Major in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related areas.
• Previous applicable co-op or intern experience.
• Experience in delivering AI-enabled process improvements and other business solutions.
• Proven teamwork, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with multiple levels of the organization, including senior leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, produce excellent work results, and meet commitments.
• High level of analytical and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail.