Purchasing Procurement Manager 1

Job Summary:

Center of Excellence (CoE)

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

As the leader of our CoE Tactical Purchasing team, you will:

• Lead and inspire a global team of Purchasing Specialists

  , fostering professional growth and ensuring alignment with Emerson s strategic purchasing processes.



• Manage end-to-end purchasing and material management

  processes to support efficient production operations with a targeted 95% Request Date Service Level (RDSL/OTD) and 95% PR-to-PO turnaround, Exception Management.



• Ensure uninterrupted material flow

  by optimizing inventory levels and balancing cost, quality, and delivery while adhering to customer, legal, and operational requirements.



• Drive supplier performance excellence

  by leading negotiations, managing Kanban systems, and developing short- and long-term supplier strategies that enhance delivery, quality, and lead time.



• Collaborate seamlessly with global stakeholders

  , including Category Managers, Production and Inventory Control Managers, Value Stream Managers, Plant/Site Buyers, internal and external suppliers to guarantee material availability.



• Proactively managing supply chain risks and disruptions

  by developing contingency plans and executing risk mitigation strategies, continuously refining forecasts in collaboration with the Global Supply Chain Team



• Align material planning with production schedules

  through close cooperation with production, planning, and logistics teams.



• Lead continuous process improvements and cost-saving initiatives,

  leveraging technology and data analytics to elevate supply chain efficiency.



• Ensure strict compliance with workplace safety regulations,

  including maintaining safe working conditions, proper use of protective equipment, and accident prevention measures.



• Prepare and present insightful management reports

  to support business decisions on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.



• Drive a culture of excellence

  focusing on people, processes, execution, and technology to build a best-in-class tactical purchasing function.



• Hiring and developing talent

  to meet organizational goals.



• Focus on People, Process, Execution & Technology

  to make it outstanding

Who You Are:

You are a decisive and strategic leader who thrives in dynamic environments. Your ability to analyze complex data, collaborate cross-functionally, and navigate ambiguity enables you to consistently meet and exceed supply chain goals. Your proactive mindset helps you identify opportunities for improvement and implement innovative solutions that drive global supply chain success.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in Purchasing/Procurement and Supply Chain, preferably in manufacturing or shared services.


• Proven experience in leading a Center of Excellence (CoE) or centralized purchasing team for minimum 5 years with a considerable team size.


• Strong knowledge of casting, forging, machining sourcing is a significant advantage.


• Knowledge in Strategic sourcing methodology, supply chain management, contracting, procurement, and supplier management skill.


• Advanced ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, MRP) and excellent digital literacy (Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Advanced Excel).


• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.


• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.


• Strong multitasking and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex information and diverse teams effectively.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering, or equivalent in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.


• Professional certifications such as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) and Certified Supply chain Professional (CSCP), MBA is strongly preferred.


• Experience in Project Management and Project Management certification are an added advantage


• Working Hours: 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM or 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM or 4:30 PM to 1:30 AM

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