Company

Cox Communications, Inc.

Job Family Group

Business Operations

Job Profile

Co-op – Functional

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $21.49 - $32.26/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

Supply Chain Co-Op students at Cox are considered to be an integral part of the Supply Chain staff where they are provided with projects / tasks that will challenge their academic aptitude and interpersonal skills. 

Supply Chain at Cox makes critical connections to deliver what matters. We operate within an integrated framework designed to fulfill customer demand: Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, Return, and Enable. Our Supply Chain Process, Change & Strategy team is accountable for simplifying the business and improving the employee experience through data driven problem solving and business insights. We work across the supply chain framework to deliver sustainable business processes and solutions on a project basis. We have various opportunities within our Supply Chain Operations groups for enthusiastic individuals who are willing to learn new skills, hone existing skills, and deliver real world organizational benefits and improvements.

We seek growth mindsets, believe in balancing exploration and exploitation to produce results in the long run, have an awareness for the unexpected, focus on turning unforeseen events into positive outcomes, and strive to create processes and programs worthy of being carried on by others in support of the enterprise. We operate at all levels from front line to senior executives and manage a wide variety of projects across our portfolio.

Projects/Assignments may include but are not limited to the following:

Shadow and support the Strategic Sourcing team in supplier negotiations, contract development, and category management strategies to gain hands-on exposure to sourcing best practices.Assist in supplier research and analysis, learning how to evaluate supplier capabilities, market trends, and cost-saving opportunities to support sourcing decisions.Observe and contribute to the development of sourcing strategies by gathering data, participating in stakeholder meetings, and assisting in the preparation of key presentations.Support benchmarking efforts by analyzing industry trends, supplier pricing models, and procurement best practices to help identify cost reduction and value creation opportunities.Document sourcing processes and assist in maintaining key sourcing tools and databases, ensuring alignment with corporate procurement policies and compliance requirements.Gain exposure to supplier relationship management by supporting performance tracking efforts, attending supplier meetings, and learning how to assess supplier risk and performance metrics.

Attributes/Skills we seek:

Learn and be curious. Think big and dive deep. Be conscientious. Act like an owner. Balance innovation and optimization. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CO-OP

You must be able to commit to full time- 40 hours a week for fall 2025 and summer 2026You must be enrolled in a related degree program during each rotation to be eligible for the co-op

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

Currently enrolled in a related degree program such as Supply Chain, Distribution, Business, Transportation, or other related degree program Co-op position is located in Atlanta, GA; Cox Communications does not provide a housing allowance.  Available to work full-time for the semester of the co-op program Good academic standing: Candidates should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)

Preferred

One or more of the following

Microsoft Excel, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint experience Low / no-code platform development experience (Quickbase, ServiceNOW, etc.) Process automation / analysis experience (Power Automate, Power BI) Exposure to Supply Chain Business / process documentation experience (iGrafx, LucidChart) General understanding of business statistics

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Cox Communications and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. We have a tradition of encouraging a wide diversity of talents through a broad range of hiring practices. Please note those individuals submitting resumes online or by mailing a resume are not considered an applicant for employment until a signed employment application form is completed, usually at the time of interview.

For more information about Cox Communications and its subsidiaries, please click here

www.cox.com, www.coxmedia.com, www.coxbusiness.com.

You are not considered an applicant for employment until a signed employment application form is completed, usually at the time of interview

Benefits

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

About Us

Cox Communications is all about creating moments of real human connection; and for employees, that’s true both in the workplace and in the problems we solve for customers. From building advertising solutions to unleashing IoT technologies to creating an exceptional experience for customers in our retail locations and online, we’re creating a world that is smarter and more connected. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.