Operations- Emerging Leader Program
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Business
Operations Management
From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.
Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.
Sonoco’s Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is a selective program for professionals starting their career with Sonoco. Offering full-time positions that extend beyond a traditional first job, we give associates hands‑on experience, leadership development, coaching, and opportunities to connect with business leaders. The program is designed to help you develop leadership skills, gain technical knowledge,establish strong businessskillsand understand Sonoco’s culture and processes. Throughout the program you can expect to gain a better understanding of your leadership style and contribute to Sonoco through valuable project work.
Your time spent in the ELP will cover specific co redevelopment areasas follows (but not limited to):
- Operational Development
- Technical training needed to excel in your role - Personal Development– Increasing self‑awareness, emotional intelligence, and conflict management skills
- Leadership Development – Learning how to communicate vision, increase engagement, effectively manage change, and establish trust through results and relationships
Sonoco is seeking candidates who will help us live our purpose each and everyday. Our core belief is that “People Build Businesses, by Doing the Right Thing”. To become an Emerging Leader, you must have strong ethics, a passion for innovation, and be willing to go the extra mile.
Weare looking for students who:
- Have or will obtain a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Business or Engineering by December 2026or May 2027
- Previous internship experience (preferably in Manufacturing or functional area)
- Proven leadership experience
- Desire to work in a Manufacturing environment
- Technical aptitude
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Although these positions are listed in specific locations, candidates will be matched basedontheir unique experiences and specific location needs. We ask that Emerging Leader Program candidates remain flexible with their location preferences.
- * Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.
The annual base salary range for Business Non-Technical Degrees is between $68,000 and $71,000
The annual base salary range for Technical/Engineering Degrees is between $77,000 and $85,000
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
- Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
- Variety of company paid and voluntary employee‑paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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