Associate Commodity Manager

If you are a supply chain professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Shakopee, MN location, you will support the development and execution of sourcing strategies for assigned mechanical commodities or categories, ensuring cost competitiveness, quality, and supply continuity. You will collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to manage day-to-day procurement activities, assist in negotiations, and contribute to strategic initiatives that drive operational excellence. This position offers a chance to learn and grow within a global organization while building expertise in supplier management and strategic sourcing.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies in alignment with organizational strategy to ensure a reliable supply chain for mechanical parts and assemblies
• Consistently track and monitor supplier performance to drive improvements and ensure global supply chain networks meet operational needs
• Drive cost savings and trade working capital improvements (DPO/Inventory) through negotiations, eSourcing, and other activities related to supplier selection and short/long-term strategies
• Supply sources and lead projects within assigned commodities
• Support annual financial planning and commodity report cycles
• Assist with other strategic operations and supply chain projects and initiatives as needed
• Bachelor’s degree in: Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering (advanced degree a plus)
• 2 years’ experience in supply chain in a global manufacturing environment
• Basic understanding of mechanical parts
Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Who You Are:

You balance planning with actions. You include others in executing on decisions creating a buy in mentality. You focus on priorities and set stretch goals. You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You use planning tools and software .

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in: Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering (advanced degree a plus)
• 2 years’ experience in supply chain in a global manufacturing environment
• Basic understanding of mechanical parts
Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Strong written and verbal communications
• Ability to utilize all the tools in the Microsoft suite primarily Excel, word.
  

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We champion an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication 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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WHY EMERSON

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.

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.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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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.

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!

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