Marketing Development Program (MDP 2026)
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Job Location:
Rockford, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
TheMarketing Development Program (MDP)is a multi-year (2-3 year) rotational program designed to offer a wide range of developmental opportunities to recent marketing graduates. The program 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.
This role is hybrid with four days per week in the office and one day per week remote. We anticipate a June 2026 start date.
Emersons 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 This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Assist Product Managers in launching new construction industry products in collaboration with Engineering Operations MarCom and Sales
- Conduct extensive research to anticipate customer needs
- Stay updated on market trends technologies competitors and product certifications
- Participate in the development of product launch strategies and ensuring successful execution
- Generate innovative ideas to increase market awareness and drive product sales
- Analyze existing product sales and collaborating with the sales team to identify growth opportunities
- Develop and implement e-commerce digital and other channel marketing strategies
- Monitor economic conditions and key indicators to predict future demand
- Provide analytical support as needed
- Provide support for various customer engagement and PR events
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.
- Bachelors degree
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with managing multiple tasks or projects
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products with excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Authorized to work in the US now and in the future without sponsorship
- Bachelors degree in marketing business data analytics engineering or a related field
- Prior internship or co-op experience
- Consumer products experience and sales experience
- 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
At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys 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 offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.
Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary within the local market in which we operate and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary for this role is $64000 annually with a $5000 sign on bonus commensurate with the skills talent capabilities and experience each candidate brings to a role.
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Key Skills
- Business Development
- Marketing
- Company Website
- Press Releases
- Communication
- CRM
- Market Research
- Project Management
- Content Marketing
- Email campaign
- ROI
- marketing collateral
- Analytics
About Company
Emerson has refocused its business portfolio to deliver solutions that bring greater value to our customers. About Emerson We concentrate on the most complex, profound challenges facing the world in the process, industrial, commercial and residential markets. Our global talent, best-i ... View more
