Purchase Manager

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Purchase Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods and services required by the organization. You should be able to demonstrate and drive procurement strategies, processes, negotiating (in-case of Indirect material) and leadership skills to align purchasing with effective supplier service level management.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Team leadership: building, managing and training team members
• Supplier Management: Fostering long-term relationships and ensuring consistent supply of material/services
• Inventory Management: Monitoring inventory levels, supporting PFEP strategies, preventing shortages or excess inventory
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensuring all purchasing activities adhere to regulations and ethical standards and documenting all procurement activities.
• Internal Collaborations: Working with other departments, such as production and PMO, to understand their needs and ensure orders are fulfilled.
  
  

Who You Are:

• You are a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of procurement processes and supply chain dynamics.
• You thrive in fast-paced environments and are skilled at delivery timelines, negotiating and quality.
• You have excellent negotiation skills and a proven ability to build and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• You are detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with data to drive decisions.
• You are a collaborative leader who can manage cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
• You are proactive, ethical, and committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  
  

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory requirements in procurement.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (MBA preferred).
  
  

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 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

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.

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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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