Purchasing Procurement Manager 1

Pune, Maharashtra
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Job Category: Purchasing/ProcurementJob Description:Job Summary:Are you a seasoned supply chain professional with experience in manufacturing or shared services looking for a meaningful growth opportunity? Emerson invites you to join our Center of Excellence (CoE) as a Manager - Tactical Purchasing Specialist. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of buyers responsible for ensuring seamless material availability across our global Isolation Valve (ISV) plants. You will play a strategic role in optimizing purchasing processes, driving operational excellence, and delivering superior customer service globally.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

Our Culture & Commitment to YouAt 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 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.About Us:Our Commitment to Our PeopleAt 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.Accessibility Assistance or AccommodationIf you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: .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!No calls or agencies please.

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