Sourcing Specialist

Job Summary

If you are a professional looking for a supply chain opportunity, Emerson has an exciting role for you! We are looking for a Sourcing Specialist to work with suppliers, operations, R&D and quality team as an individual contributor, under general direction, contribute to AFTC materials regionalization and other supply chain KPIs.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

1 Supply base optimization - Regionalization
1.1 Increase spend % from AP sources to a certain level decided by management team
1.2 Spend analysis by utilizing 80/20 rule to identify sourcing opportunities.
1.3 Lead regionalization projects for the commodity of plastics and others under his/her commodity assignments.
1.4 Provide a timeline for regionalization projects for 1.3.
2 Supply base optimization - Alternative sourcing
2.1 Support global commodity teams in developing and implementing supply strategy for the assigned commodities.
2.2 ES project planning for his/her commodities.
2.3 Technical specification & commercial data preparation for sourcing projects.
2.4 As an interface to supplier & internal functions regard project timeline, engineering questions and quotation etc.
3 Commercial
3.1 System parametric update for new suppliers. (for example, vendor name, vendor contact details, payment terms and shipment terms etc.)
3.2 Item master update, including vendor code, unit price, MOQ and L/T etc.
3.3 Support Purchasing / SQE on the escalated issues related to supplier delivery / quality.
3.4 Contribute to the containment plan through activities from group 1 and group 2.
4 New Product Introduction
4.1 Support AFTC NPD needs.
4.2 Support AFTC NPI needs.
5 Special Project
5.1 Together with SQE, identify, evaluate, and assess suppliers with ESAC or CP-80 process.
5.2 Using CIP and other tools, identify and implement improvements in processes and procedures.
5.3 To implement ISO 9000/14000/18000 seriously and improve quality / environment / Occupational Health continuously.

Who You Are:
You build the customer relationships. You include others in executing on decisions creating a buy in mentality. You make new connections and build relationships in other areas and teams! You focus on creating an effective collaborative style!

For This Role, You Will Need:
The candidate shall have at least 3 years of experience in supply chain or commodity management, mechanical or chemical commodities are preferred. Solid knowledge of financial markets that influence commodity prices. Good negotiation skills and effective communication with vendors and suppliers. Advanced analytical abilities. Strong leadership skills and the ability to collaborate across various departments.

61 BS Engineering, or equivalent
61 Strong technical skills in appropriate engineering field. Commercial and management experience a plus
61 Be familiar with ISO system

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

61 English proficiency in speaking and writing
61 Business Acumen
61 Perseverance
61 The capability of supply chain analytics


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.

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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.

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