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The Product SupplyChain Leader (PSCL) has responsibility for driving the development and implementation of global & regional supply chain plans, initiatives and activities that drive flawless NPD and Cost Optimization programs. This position also has responsibility for working across a highly matrixed organization of Product Managers, Supplier Development Organizations and Tactical Purchasing managers (production and inventory controls) to meet the COST, QUALITY, DELIVERY, SPEED and CASH targets for the manufacturing plants and fulfillment centers and delivering the Net SavingsTargets for the business for the selected categories

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• General Supply Chain: Understand/ Design:

1. Understand the cost drivers for the categories of materials & services.

2. Identify potential suppliers and Leverage Competition among suppliers.

3. Evaluate and Implement Make V/S Buy opportunities.

4. Able to develop "partners of choice" relationships with the preferred strategic suppliers in line with the Category Strategy and Supplier Development.

5. Plan for growth and capacity requirements, leverage on supplier capabilities for on-time-to-market, cost and launch readiness.

6. Align Suppliers to the Strategy by completing due diligence on any new suppliers and finalize the panel of suppliers to invite to drive cost reduction programs.

• Controls & Buyout Spend Tensioning for customer projects:

1. Drive the ISV front end teams to use suppliers on AVL.

2. Support ISV front end teams to engage supply base during quotation stage to negotiate price, ensure supplier capacity and the compliance to requested qualifications.

3. Drive negotiations with suppliers during the project execution phase.

4. Ensure ISV front end teams have available products pricing for quotation related purposes.

5. Maintain close collaboration with Product Management, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing Engineering departments while working to gain applicable supplier approvals for Controls & Buyout suppliers.

6. Maintain close communication with supplier performance engineers on supplier performance and hold Business Reviews with key suppliers.

7. Keep a regular check on the spend by suppliers and develop plans to reduce the purchasing cost by applying different levers as negotiation, strategic sourcing, VAVE.

• Controls & Buyout Category Management:

1. Responsible for Savings/ Containment Targets for the business by delivering cost reduction programs. BOM Cost Reduction Analysis and create RFP / RFQ documents for the products in CBO category.

2. Drive Sourcing Projects. Complete Initial RFQ Analysis and prepare a TCO (Total Cost Of Ownership) Model and review with Partners to evaluate cost down opportunity. Lead cross functional teams through the progress of the sourcing projects & organize projects’ gate reviews with stakeholders.

3. Complete Cost Tensioning using E-Sourcing as tool of choice.

4. Set up dual or multi-source if new product demand exceeds supply and manage RCCP.

5. Contract management with suppliers to manage relationship and minimize risks to the business.

6. Partner with Supplier Development Teams to optimize the supply network and resolve supplier performance issues.

7. Support product costing and standard cost roll-up by maintaining the correct contracted buy prices in the ERP system.

Who You Are:

You anticipate customer needs and provide services that are beyond customer expectations. You use customer insights to drive and guide the development of new offerings. You serve as a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts. You quickly and decisively take action in fast-changing, unpredictable situations. You ask questions and listen closely to all issues presented by partners. You anticipate conflicts before they happen, based on knowledge of interpersonal and group dynamics. You defuse high-tension situations effectively.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Relevant qualification in Supply Chain, Engineering, Technical or Business administration.

• Fluency in English.

• Strong negotiation and project management skills

• Capability in planning and analytics, structured problem solving, facilitating and presentation skills.

• Persuasive communication, influencing & negotiation skills (internally and externally).

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Knowledge of end-to-end supply chain management, global/ best cost country (BCC) sourcing

• Experience in lean manufacturing preferred.

• Experience with core software applications (ERP), preferably with SAP or Oracle

• Microsoft Office skills.

• Successful record of accomplishment

Our Offer to You:

By joining Emerson, you will be given the chance to create a difference through the work you do.

Emerson's compensation and benefits programs are crafted to be competitive within the industry and local labor markets . We also offer a comprehensive medical and insurance coverage to meet the needs of our employees.

We are committed to crafting a global workplace that supports diversity, equity and embraces inclusion . We encourage foreign nationals to join us through our Work Authorization Sponsorship .

We attract, develop, and retain outstanding people in an inclusive environment, where all employees can reach their greatest potential . We are dedicated to the ongoing development of our employees because we know that it is essential to our success as a global company.

We have established our Remote Work Policy for eligible roles to promote Work-Life Balance through a hybrid work set up where our team members can take advantage of working both from home and at the office.

Safety is paramount to us, and we are relentless in our pursuit to provide a Safe Working Environment across our global network and facilities.

Through our benefits, development opportunities, and an inclusive and safe work environment, we aim to create an organization our people are proud to represent.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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Requisition ID : 24001097

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.