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Emerson Senior Engineer / Engineer - Supply Chain in CHENNAI, India
Job Summary
If you are a Supply Chain Professional and looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you in our Mahindra World City, Chengalpattu location! This role will support the Pressure Management Business Unit as a Supply Chain professional who will be responsible for evaluating and improving the efficiency of supply chain operations within the organization. You will develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with manufacturing needs and broader business objectives. This role involves building strong relationships with suppliers, trade organizations, and keeping up with global market trends to ensure optimal sourcing and supply chain management.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities
To oversee the development and execution of both short- and long-term sourcing strategies for key commodities in India.
Align with global commodity goals to drive optimal outcomes for the organization.
You will collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Supplier Quality Engineering teams to deploy critical initiatives and improve supplier performance.
Your primary focus will be on enhancing supply chain efficiency by managing and improving supplier delivery, quality, lead times, and payment terms.
work to drive on-time delivery, reduce lead times, manage costs, and optimize the total cost of ownership across the supply chain.
Supply Chain Strategy Development and Implementation :
Develop and implement effective supply chain strategies to meet manufacturing needs and business goals.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global industry trends through close collaboration with suppliers and industry bodies.
Collaborate with the WA Commodity Team to create comprehensive commodity strategies, ensuring alignment with site and business unit objectives.
Manage the selection of preferred sources, coordinate e-sourcing events, and negotiate contracts to deliver measurable benefits.
Conduct supplier business reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Material Sourcing and Cost Management :
Negotiate strategic sourcing agreements, including pricing and material sourcing strategies.
Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers, perform cost-benefit analysis, and address issues related to risk mitigation.
Be responsible for first article evaluations and drive cost containment/reduction opportunities through alternate sourcing, design improvements, supplier consolidation, and localization analysis for new product lines.
Supplier Performance and Improvement :
Track and monitor supplier performance, focusing on On-Time Delivery (OTD), and implement action plans to resolve delays and performance issues.
Develop structured processes with suppliers to set and track critical metrics, aiming for continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, inventory management, and capacity planning.
Develop technology development initiatives with suppliers.
Best Practices and Supplier Development :
Develop and benchmark standard methodologies across suppliers to drive consistency and performance improvement.
Maintain and update supplier tool and pattern databases, ensuring data integrity across platforms.
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 timelines. 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:
Strong project management and supplier auditing capabilities.
Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, interpreting Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), understanding quality system requirements, and analyzing customer specifications.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Skilled in evaluating supplier quotes and pricing structures.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint).
Strong presentation skills with a deep understanding of processes and the ability to propose effective solutions.
Willingness to travel up to 25%.
International sourcing experience is preferred. Fluency in English is required; multilingual proficiency is a plus.
Ability to find opportunities for improvement, develop action plans, and implement continuous improvement strategies.
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
Degree or equivalent experience in engineering (Mechanical, Metallurgical, Instrumentation, Electrical & Electronics) required.
Expertise in Casting, Forging (closed die/open die), machining, bar parts, and experience with rubber, fasteners, plastics, springs, and stampings is a plus.
Demonstrated ability in supplier improvement initiatives, with validated skills in analysis, communication, project management, and decision-making.
Operations and/or procurement experience is 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.
Requisition ID : 25016606
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.