If you are a Materials Planner professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you. In this role, you will help ensure the efficient flow of materials across the supply chain by partnering with suppliers, manufacturing operations, and cross-functional teams. You will play a key role in maintaining material availability, improving inventory performance, supporting production objectives, and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Partner with suppliers to optimize lead times, minimum order quantities, and replenishment parameters to improve supply chain responsiveness and material flow.
- Analyze stockouts, material shortages, supplier performance, and inventory trends to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
- Monitor pull system and Kanban process effectiveness through regular production floor engagement, escalating issues and supporting process discipline as needed.
- Review demand forecasts, maintain Plan for Every Part (PFEP) data in the ERP system, and communicate changes to suppliers to support material availability.
- Coordinate material planning activities related to engineering changes, supplier transitions, and production requirements to ensure continuity of operations.
- Manage inventory performance by analyzing days on hand (DOH), identifying excess, slow-moving, and obsolete materials, and recommending appropriate actions.
Collaborate with production, procurement, and supplier partners to expedite materials, communicate material availability, resolve issues, and support operational goals.
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Who You Are:
You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You use data and analysis to make sound decisions, identify root causes, and solve complex problems. You consistently seek opportunities to improve processes and drive operational excellence while balancing competing priorities. You communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and adapt your approach to achieve positive business outcomes.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
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Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
- 2+ years of experience as a Buyer, Planner, Production Scheduler, or in a related role.
- Experience utilizing ERP systems; JDE experience preferred.
- Ability to perform pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and other advanced Excel functions.
- Functional knowledge of Kanban and pull systems.
- Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies.
- Knowledge and application of Lean manufacturing techniques.
APICS certification, such as CPIM.
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Our Culture and 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 flexible, competitive benefits plans to support the physical, mental, financial, and social needs of employees and their families. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. We also offer flexible time-off programs, paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday benefits to support employees throughout their career journey.
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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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