As part of the Strategic Sourcing Team for the Level Product Company, the Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for driving cost containment, supplier development, and supplier performance initiatives. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will work closely with the Engineering, Product Management and Procurement departments.

　　In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will:

　　Assess supplier capability, capacity, cost structure and performance against targets; Prepare and evaluate RFQ’s (electrical and mechanical); Compile and analyze supply chain data in order to make strategic suggestions and conclusions

　　Negotiate long-term agreements with a focus on cost containment, quality and payment terms improvement; Manage relationships with preferred suppliers

　　Resolve supply issues and develop supply chain risk mitigation and contingency plans

　　Review parts and product with suppliers as necessary to develop and initiate containment and cost reduction opportunities

　　Coordinate efforts between suppliers, Quality Assurance, Engineering and Product Management departments as necessary to support cost containment, and cost reduction project implementation

　　Analyze technical data, designs, preliminary specifications, production and delivery capacity, manufacturing limitations and the supplier’s facilities

　　Deliver results for key performance metrics (Day Payables Outstanding, Net Material Inflation)

　　Who You Are:

　　You are the first to spot possible future policies, practices, and trends in the organization, with the competition, and in the marketplace. You consistently apply a business driver and marketplace focus when prioritizing actions. You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse collaborators. You model and encourage the expression of diverse ideas and opinions empowering your team. You serve as a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts.

　　For This Role, You Will Need:

　　3-5 years of supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment with a business or technical degree

　　Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment with strategic responsibility for procurement/planning; International purchasing experience desired in order to develop and evaluate foreign sources

　　Ability to comprehend and interpret engineering drawings, quality systems requirements and customer specifications; Ability to project a positive and professional image on behalf of the organization

　　Possess sufficient oral and written communication skills to communicate optimally with suppliers and all levels of staff throughout the organization

　　Ability to tackle problems independently; Strong presentation skills – must be comfortable and proficient at presenting technical information to senior management and defending position; Organizational and analytical skills; Project management skills

　　Occasional travel required (25%)

　　Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

　　Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project advanced user

　　Experience with Oracle and Ariba Sourcing Professional or equivalent preferred

　　Proficient in written and spoken English

　　Our Offer to You:

　　We understand the importance of work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional needs. From competitive benefits plans and comprehensive medical care to equitable opportunities for growth and development we strive to build a workplace that is encouraging and exciting. Depending on location, our flexible work from home policy allows you to make the best of your time, by combining quiet home office days with collaborative experiences in the office so that you can personalize your work-life mix. Moreover, our global volunteer employee resource groups will empower you to connect with peers that share the same interest, promote diversity and inclusion, and positively contribute to communities around us.

　　Requisition ID : 23017479

　　Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.