Job Description

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Job Summary:

The Global Commodity Manager is responsible for building a strong understanding of customer needs in all Businesses, developing strategies for addressing those needs, and implementing the plan to achieve those strategies for the Passives, Optoelectronics and Connectors commodities. Coordinate deployment of actions in support of the critical initiatives by working closely with the individual Business Unit resources. You will have full responsibility in commodities including improving supplier performance, lead time, new product development, risk management, and developing a lean supplier network design focused on improving customer service. This will involve building a positive relationship with business management, managing supplier relationships, working with division/suppliers to accurate major or repetitive supply issues, and analyzing procurement data as the need arises.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Responsible for Emerson\'s global Passives, Optoelectronics & Connectors spend
• Assume a leadership role in developing strong supplier relationships (one Emerson voice) that includes:

• Develop supplier plans and goals that drive continuous improvement
• Technology roadmap development and integration into Emerson products
• Manufacturing, inventory, and capacity planning
• Global deployment and support to Emerson as one company
• Lead development and implementation of comprehensive commodity strategies to manage growth and supply chain risk
• Facilitate and maintain communication and alignment with these strategies
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the sourcing industry through close working relationships with Emerson businesses, preferred suppliers, EMS providers, trade organizations, and market trends
• Negotiate and implement critical initiatives for material sourcing and pricing strategies from preferred suppliers
• Complete contract negotiations and develop commercial agreements
• Understand the engineering, quality, marketing, procurement, and manufacturing requirement and objectives of each Business Group/Business Unit
• Evaluate and select suppliers to develop the Preferred Supplier Network
• Identify, coordinate, and supervise implementation of e-sourcing events
• Ensure the accuracy and set expectations for the commodities reported in Business Unit inflation models
• Lead, participate in and support the development and implementation of supplier transition plans which map the consolidation process for each Business
• Optimize supplier performance and lead times in line with customer requirements, implementing asset management strategies and facilitating supplier cooperation to improve on time performance.
• Develop forecast for annual spend and savings targets, performing cost analysis, supplier benchmarking, and selection of projects to decrease expenditures and improve supplier performance

Who You Are:

You formulate a clear strategy and map the aggressive steps that will clearly accelerate the organization toward its strategic goals. You persist in the face of challenges and setbacks. You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse partners. You take a proactive approach to shape and influence partner expectations. You analyze multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Degree or equivalent in Business, Engineering, Materials, Supply Chain, with preference in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 to 15 years of proven experience in Commodity Sourcing from a manufacturing industry or any related industry.
• Strong and detailed market knowledge in commodity industry gained through the following: experience in engineering, operations and/or marketing, or first-hand procurement negotiation knowledge
• Strong analytical, presentation, communication and leadership skills required
• Demonstrated leadership skills, strong team orientation, and proven ability to communicate effectively to all levels of management required
• Open to regional and international travel 15% to 20%, within Asia and the US
• Open to work in flexible working hours to attend night calls with key partners and team members

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• MBA or any equivalent preferred
• Proficient in English as will be working with suppliers and teams globally
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Our Offer to You:

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

Emerson\'s compensation and benefits programs are designed 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 creating a global workplace that supports diversity, equity and embraces inclusion. We welcome foreign nationals to join us through our Work Authorization Sponsorship.

We attract, develop, and retain exceptional 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 critical 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 and about .

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About Us:

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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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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