Under the limited supervision of the Director of Supply Chain Americas & Global Category Management, the North America NPD Supply Chain Manager is responsible for ensuring the timely procurement of prototype and first-article components. This includes negotiating prices, analyzing costs, collaborating with engineers on supplier and technology selections, and optimizing materials metrics for new designs. Key responsibilities also include using preferred suppliers, part re-use and multi-sourcing strategies, as well as using best-cost sources and eSourcing to support the New Product Development (NPD) and Design Cost Reduction processes.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Participate on New Product Development (NPD) and Engineering Design Cost Reduction teams as Supply Chain Single Point of Contact (SPOC)
- Facilitate early, cross-functional collaboration during BOM reviews to ensure a coordinated and strategic sourcing approach
- Coordinate New Product Development Gate 3 Material Reviews
- Engage with the cross-functional team as needed to enhance input and secure alignment on sourcing strategies
- Assess and communicate technical risks, business requirements, deliverables and schedules supporting NPD initiatives. Improve supplier performance by focusing on supplier service levels, PPM, reducing material costs, consolidating suppliers, and negotiating payment terms
- Coordinate input between Category Managers, Tactical Procurement, Materials Managers, Manufacturing, and Product Engineering, to drive core sourcing initiatives such as supplier selection, components grouping, eSourcing as primary mechanism and Global best cost sourcing of components
- Negotiate contracts that align with Emerson's standards and requirements
- Support key projects throughout their lifespan from early engagement in the project quoting stage though completed project execution
- Conduct post-project reviews with project managers and key team members to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement
Who You Are:
You are fluent in communicating using global terms. You create competitive and breakthrough strategies that show a clear connection between vision and action. You anticipate land mines and plan approaches accordingly. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization. You carefully consider all relevant factors and use appropriate decision-making criteria and principles.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Business or technical degree
- 5+ years of Strategic Supply Chain experience including international sourcing
- Experience with multiple facets of manufacturing processes (machining, casting, stamping, electronics, motors)
- Ability to comprehend and interpret engineering drawings & specifications
- Must be willing to travel (up to 25%) and possess skills to facilitate communications and progress initiatives while traveling
- Legal Authorization to work in the US - sponsorship will not be provided
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
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 great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment 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 flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, 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.
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