Job Description
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
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Issue purchase orders to qualified suppliers based on operational requirements and supplier capabilities.
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Set up and maintain high‑volume parts within the Kanban system to support efficient material flow.
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Maintain accurate planning and supplier data, including lead times, safety stock levels, and ABCD classifications.
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Ensure material availability to support manufacturing by responding to MRP action messages and placing purchase or subcontract orders as required.
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Coordinate resolution of discrepant materials and manage certification requirements in line with internal policies and delivery commitments.
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Partner with suppliers to address delivery challenges, cost changes, and quality concerns in a timely and constructive manner.
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Monitor supplier performance, including lead times and on‑time delivery, and escalate risks as needed.
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Support inventory control strategies based on ABC classification, with a focus on optimizing stock levels and improving delivery frequency.
Who You Are:
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You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives, valuing diverse perspectives and open communication. You plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals, even when faced with changing demands. You take ownership of your responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and hold yourself accountable for delivering accurate, reliable results. You approach challenges with a problem‑solving mindset, using data and sound judgment to make timely decisions that support both short‑term execution and long‑term improvement.
For This Role, You Will Need:
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Demonstrated experience in material planning, purchasing, or supply chain coordination within a manufacturing or operations environment.
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Working knowledge of MRP or similar planning systems, or the ability to learn and apply these tools quickly.
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Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English, both verbally and in writing.
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Comfort using standard business systems and digital tools to manage data and track performance.
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A proactive, self‑directed approach with the ability to manage priorities and collaborate effectively across teams.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
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Experience supporting material planning activities in a multinational or cross‑cultural manufacturing environment.
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Familiarity with Kanban systems and inventory management practices.
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Experience working with suppliers to improve delivery performance, quality, or cost outcomes.
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Exposure to continuous improvement or lean supply chain initiatives.
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 phenomenal ideas come from great teams. Our dedication 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.
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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