If you are a Supply Chain Strategic Planner looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting role for you! Based in our Shakopee, MN or Boulder, CO location, you'll support strategic decision-making and lead data analysis for Supply Chain Leadership. This role is ideal for someone who is analytically strong, a clear communicator, and eager to develop deep expertise across global supply chain strategy. The position offers broad exposure to executive-level work, cross-functional collaboration, and high-impact programs including Risk Management, Indirect Materials, Responsible Sourcing, and Total Best Cost Sourcing.

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Supply Chain Risk Management

• Support the identification, documentation, and tracking of supply chain risks across global operations, including supplier, logistics, geopolitical, and market-driven exposures.
• Assist in maintaining risk registers, dashboards, and mitigation trackers, and help coordinate cross-functional alignment on risk response actions.
• Research emerging supply chain risk trends and synthesize findings into briefings and recommendations for leadership.

Strategic Planning & Executive Communications

• Assist in developing executive presentations, strategic briefings, and initiative updates for the VP and senior leadership team.
• Gather and organize data from global supply chain teams to support storytelling and decision-making materials.
• Help maintain the supply chain strategic roadmap, initiative trackers, and performance scorecards.

Global Supply Chain Collaboration

• Coordinate with regional supply chain teams (Americas, EMEA, APAC) to collect updates, align on deliverables, and facilitate cross-functional working sessions.
• Support scheduling, preparation, and follow-through for steering committee meetings, project team check-ins, and leadership reviews.
• Build relationships across functions - Procurement, Operations, Finance, and Sustainability - to support integrated project execution.

Enterprise Supply Chain Initiatives

• Indirect Materials: Support the Enterprise Supply Chain team with analysis, benchmarking, and project coordination related to indirect spend strategies and supplier consolidation efforts.
• Responsible Sourcing: Assist in tracking supplier sustainability assessments, researching ESG sourcing standards, and maintaining responsible sourcing program documentation.
• Total Best Cost Sourcing: Help develop and maintain total cost models and sourcing analysis tools that account for landed cost, risk, quality, and sustainability factors.

Who You Are:

You use knowledge of business drivers and how strategies and tactics play out in the market to guide actions. You adjust communication to fit the audience and the message. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You create competitive and breakthrough strategies that show a clear connection between vision and action.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Two (2) years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field (O) zero years of experience with an MBA with a concentration in Supply Chain, Operations, or Strategy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - comfortable summarizing complex information clearly.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Collaborative mindset with a genuine interest in global supply chain strategy.
• Ability to implement strategic plans with attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills; ability to work independently under pressure.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• MBA
• Knowledge of industry best Exposure to supply chain risk, sourcing strategy, or sustainability through coursework or work experience.
• APICS CSCP or CPSM coursework or certification (or intent to pursue).

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

We recognize that for our organization to support a diverse workforce, we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market-leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs.

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.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The starting salary for this role is $62,000-90,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities and experience each candidate brings to a role.

This position will be open for a minimum of 7 days from the day of posting. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to receive optimal consideration. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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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.

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Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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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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