Job Summary

Manage the relationships with key EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Service) suppliers and manage electrical System integration components category, including 3rd party Electrical hardware and accessories. Support Electrical System assembly sites - Integration Centers - by owning key supplier relationships, act as escalation point.

Handle and lead strategic supplier relationships and performance improvements, develop, negotiate, and implement regional supplier contracts

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• A single point of contact and ownership of EMS and electrical hardware and accessories supplier relationship and production attainment. Run and create cost reduction projects and targets at our key EMS suppliers in Asia and Europe.
• Work collaboratively to support Integration Center supply chain and operational teams to ensure access to best cost material and optimized supply chain setup within assigned categories. Continually develop and implement Supply Chain strategies to exceed Supply Management business objectives relating to, but not restricted to, cost, delivery performance and quality.
• Support supplier consolidation initiatives through the identification of "best cost" suppliers in best cost countries and the migration of spend to such suppliers. Leverage the supplier development process, from identification of secondary sources, through process capability audits and product qualification. Report on key performance measures, take appropriate action and resolve when performance is below established targets.
• Lead Quarterly Business Reviews with Key suppliers, establishing performance metrics/reporting (cost, delivery, lead-time, quality) to drive continuous improvement
• Ensure new product introduction occurs in a timely manner and meets all business objectives through coordination with appropriate functions to ensure business, commercial and technology requirements are met or exceeded
• Plan and manage the inbound material supply line to achieve Supply Chain objectives for quality, delivery, cost and flexibility.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the planning/procurement process

Who You Are:

You take responsibility, own up to commitments and be answerable for your actions and the actions of those you lead. You will develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Also, you will manage complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Excellent management and interpersonal skills
• Expertise in contract negotiation and risk analysis
• Good presentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, good project and resource management skills
• Ability to lead a team, Ability to adapt to change
• Willing to travel, regionally and globally
• Able to develop tools and guidelines
• Proficient PC Office Applications, Familiar with systematic management tools (e.g. Power BI)

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• 5+ years' experience in strategic procurement within a technology driven company, preferably within electronics or contract manufacturing
• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or Supply Chain Management is a plus.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) and an excellent communicator.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

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 perspectives-because 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 competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, 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.

ABOUT US

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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