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Emerson

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 Are you a Supply Chain professional looking to grow your career with a global leader in technology and engineering? Emerson offers an exciting opportunity for a
 
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 Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu
 
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 In this role, you&rsquo;ll play a key part in managing end-to-end purchasing activities - from creating purchase orders and handling logistics to maintaining strong supplier relationships and ensuring smooth coordination with internal teams to meet organizational needs.
 
 
 
 In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
 
 
 
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 Timely issuance of Purchase Orders (POs) to vendors, follow-up for order confirmations, and coordination for on-time supplier payments.
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 Coordinate with vendors to track material status for open orders and ensure timely dispatch.
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 Ensure on-time completion of Open Purchase Order and Shortage Reports for management review.
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 Efficiently and accurately execute core procurement processes for assigned products.
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 Meet or exceed defined service levels and inventory targets, validated through procurement metrics.
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 Coordinate with internal business partners (requestors) and suppliers for purchase order changes.
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 Select suppliers for new orders in accordance with approved purchasing strategies.
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 Identify, recommend, and implement operational efficiencies to drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.
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 Perform root cause analysis to expedite the resolution of service or delivery issues.
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 Conduct foundry capacity analysis and load allocation accordingly.
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 Prepare customized reports for process analysis and improvement initiatives.
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 Participate in technical discussions internally and with suppliers for first article development.
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 Manage shortage/excess escalations, coordinate urgent receipts, and oversee past-due order management.
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 Manage suppliers&rsquo; third-party warehouse (3PL) in the USA and ensure optimal stocking levels through continuous replenishment.
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 Send weekly shipment lists to all suppliers and follow up on delivery schedules.
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 Provide shipment modes and logistics instructions to suppliers for items ready for dispatch.
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 Provide resolutions for Material Review Board (MRB) non-conformances and receiving challenges.
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 Resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely supplier payments.
 
 
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 Who You Are:
 
 
 
 You quickly and decisively act in constantly evolving, unexpected situations. You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse partners. You always keep the end in sight; puts in extra effort to meet deadlines. You analyze multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions. You observe situational and group dynamics and select best-fit approach.
 
 
 
 For This Role, You Will Need:
 
 
 
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 Excellent communication skills (English &ndash; conversational level required).
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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 Proven procurement expertise, including category management, supplier management, sourcing, negotiations, and benchmarking.
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 Valid U.S. visa (for training purposes).
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 Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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 Ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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 Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a strategic mindset.
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 External focus with awareness of market trends and industry innovations.
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 Ownership mindset with a drive to deliver high-quality procurement outcomes.
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 Strong work ethic with excellent organizational and time management skills.
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering or equivalent professional experience.
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 4&ndash;6 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement.
 
 
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 Our Culture &amp; 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&mdash;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.
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Ford Motor Company

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 Manufacturing Process knowledge, Negotiation, Project Management, and GPDS skills
 
 
 Able to work in different time zone and manage relationships with regional supply base / Cross-functional / JV team; Proficiency in below competencies
 
 
 Negotiations Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Commodity Knowledge - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Strategy Development - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Analytical Skills - Part Cost Estimating - Good
 
 
 &squf; Buying Systems, Policies and Processes - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Analytical Skills - Balance Sheet and Ratios - Good
 
 
 &squf; Analytical Skills - Lean Manufacturing - Good
 
 
 &squf; Project Management - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Knowledge Transfer - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; GPDS Knowledge - Buying Good
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Negotiations Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Commodity Knowledge - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Strategy Development - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Analytical Skills - Part Cost Estimating - Good
 
 
 &squf; Buying Systems, Policies and Processes - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Analytical Skills - Balance Sheet and Ratios - Good
 
 
 &squf; Analytical Skills - Lean Manufacturing - Good
 
 
 &squf; Project Management - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; Knowledge Transfer - Excellent
 
 
 &squf; GPDS Knowledge - Buying Good
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Education/ Knowledge
 
 
 
 Education - Bachelor Engineering degree &hellip;
 
 
 Experience - 5 to 8 years of related experience (Automotive buying experience preferred)
 
 
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 Excellent research, data mining, analytical and problem-solving skills 2) Extremely good Presentation &amp; Communication skills (written and verbal)
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 Attitude to work in a challenging environment &amp; Attitude to improve is a must
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 Ability to understand cost drivers and achieve desired cost structures
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 Good Manufacturing Process knowledge of various commodities
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 Able to lead structured supplier meetings and drive desired outcomes
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 Be an excellent negotiator, drive creative solutions &amp; self-starter.
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 Keep up commitments on time; Be Proactive and question logically
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 Willing to learn/teach and share experiences with team members
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