Global Category Manager Strategic Sourcing Leader

• Oversee all eSourcing systems analytics negotiations and contracting for multiple modes of Transportation and logistics services.
  • This included sourcing and inflation reporting with internal and external stakeholders to ensure Emersons targets are met and services are provided in accordance with Emerson includes third party logistics providers IT resources across all logistics service providers electronic connection between Emerson and centralized sourcing data within a cloud environment.
  • Provide weekly monthly and quarterly reports/performance reviews/corrective actions as applicable for 3^rd Party providers and internal function leadership. Oversee projects and collaborate with IT development projects to reduce costs and ensure execution according to the established Statement of Work (SOW)/Service Level Agreement (SLA).
  • Lead Enterprise directed projects including cost reductions complex spend analysis to reach Cash Unlock Cost Avoidance and Cost Reduction Targets year over year.
  • Drive deployment of standard logistics and supply chain practices globally Updating/Creating all Standard Operating Procedures service provider working instructions contractual requirements etc.
  • Create Update and Maintain Oracle Cloud Analytics Dashboards and Data Sets including by not limited to Cost-break down analysis Handicapping matrix Spend Overview Service Provide Performance Reviews and Quarterly Mode Team Reporting etc.
• Define present and implement global logistics strategies.
• Coordinate with regional Logistics Mode managers to align the strategy and timing of procurement/sourcing events with available resources. Consolidate event specific plans into a high-level global procurement/sourcing strategy and schedule.
• Develop and maintain a list of standard procurement/sourcing principles and procedures for Transportation and Logistics Services. Ensure understanding and adherence to strategic sourcing negotiation and implementation for all global modes of transportation and logistics leaders.
• Advance strong professional relationships with key strategic partners and service providers to ensure alignment between our organization and theirs.
• Develop execute and communicate the procurement/sourcing strategy for your respective modes of transportation ensuring alignment across the organization executing cost containment objectives.
• Work closely with business unit Logistics and Supply Chain Leaders across the corporation to identify opportunities and implement long-term solutions to improve supply chain performance.
• Lead and coordinate stakeholders to negotiate contractual agreements with key providers. Enhance and improve policies and procedures to efficiently manage the administration of the contracting sourcing and reporting process.
• Using business unit input develop KPIs to measure the operational and cost performance for your mode of transportation.
• Provide global strategy and project execution including monthly/quarterly/annual Financial Audit Operations KPIs to support freight payment operational team members in the program world areas - Ensure the highest levels of carrier performance. Train and empower business unit logistics leaders to resolve issues locally but act as a point of escalation as needed.
• Oversee and execute data analysis required to ensure continuous process improvement and large-scale data driven projects and exceed performance Metrics and KPIs.

You are overly organized and can oversee multiple large-scale projects without oversight. You streamline processes manage projects cut out redundancy - ensuring execution. You establish clear goals with clear outcomes and quantifiable results. You make new connections and build relationships in other world areas creating a collaborative leadership environment. You settle differences in productive ways with minimum noise and win support. You leverage team member and the market to achieve team goals.

• Bachelors Degree in Business Supply Chain Management/Logistics or related discipline
• 5 years Logistics Supply Chain or Operations experience
• Strong analytical skills project management skills
• 5 years experience in negotiation category management or transportation/logistics implementation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Project)
• Excellent communication skills - comfortable working across multiple functions and time zones weekly.

• International Freight Forwarding Experience
• Masters degree in Supply Chain Business or related discipline
• Transportation management system (TMS) experience
• Oracle Cloud Analytics
• Familiar with Basic Transportation Law
• Familiar with Basic Customs Brokerage & Trade Compliance

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 perspectivesbecause 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 familys 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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