Supplier Performance Engineering Manager at Emerson Electric Co in Shakopee, Minnesota

Job Description:

At Emerson, we are innovators and problem-solvers, focused on a common purpose: leaving our world in a better place than we found it. Each and every day, our foundational values—integrity, safety and quality, supporting our people, customer focus, continuous improvement, collaboration and innovation—inform every decision we make and empower our employees to keep reaching higher. As a global technology and engineering leader, we provide groundbreaking solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets. Our Emerson Automation Solutions business helps process, hybrid, and discrete manufacturers maximize production and protect personnel and the environment while optimizing their energy and operating costs. Our Emerson Commercial & Residential Solutions business helps ensure human comfort and health, protect food quality and safety, advance energy efficiency and create sustainable infrastructure. Emerson, a Fortune 500 company with $15.3 billion in sales and 200 manufacturing locations worldwide, is committed to helping employees grow and thrive throughout their careers. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring options or a recent MBA graduate, you’ll find a variety of opportunities at Emerson. Join our team and start your journey today.

If you are an Engineering professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you!  Based in our Shakopee, MN location, you will ensure effective implementation of Supplier Performance Engineering processes and measures, including organization, procedures, and systems required to ensure products from external suppliers meet Emerson requirement for Quality, Speed, and Costs; manage local engineering team; and work across highly-matrixed organization to influence global sites and suppliers. 
 

AS A SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE ENGINEERING MANAGER, YOU WILL: 

Manage Supplier Performance Engineering (SPE) team to ensure a safe work environment, establish expectations and communicate performance standards through ongoing coaching and performance feedback.  You will also manage the SPE Processes in support of Global Supply Chain and Operations by establishing, monitoring, and taking appropriate action in response to key performance measures.  Maintain quality management system documentation associated with SPE processes by ensuring procedures, forms, work aids, and training plans are current and accessible worldwide.  Establish and maintain information systems to support SPE Strategy and core processes by defining the requirements for and the implementation of new applications and system enhancements, in coordination with the IT function.  In addition, you will serve as an expert resource on SPE concepts and tools.  You will represent Global Supply Chain on cross-functional, global leadership teams and ensure alignment of global supply chain processes and objectives. In addition, you will lead and/or sponsor SPE strategic plan initiatives to ensure timely and effective execution of SPE strategic plan.

WHO YOU ARE:

You relate comfortably with people across levels, functions, cultures, and geography.  You steer through the organizational maze to get things done.  You work to create a feeling of belonging and strong team morale.  You develop others through coaching, feedback, exposure and stretch assignments.  You identify and create the processes necessary to get work done.  You push yourself and help others achieve results.  You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• BS in Engineering is required


• 8+ years of relevant experience


• Available for domestic/international travel as required (0-10%)

• A BS in Mechanical Engineering in preferred


• Prefer relevant experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Design, Supervision. 


• A strong customer focus that allows you to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers and gain their trust and respect. 


• Drives for results by identifying improvement opportunities, organize resources, and manage cross-functional teams to solve problems.


• Demonstrated focus on developing direct reports and others


• Organizational agility through strong leadership skills with the ability to navigate a highly matrixed organization structure.


• Lean, Six Sigma, Quality certifications or MBA a plus.

Flexible Work Schedule – Remote Work Option
This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to two days a week. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.

Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: We drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills, and competencies to bring this Purpose to life while competing and leading in a global economy. Our training programs focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership.
 
Our success is measured by the positive impact we make on people, our communities, and the world through our unwavering focus on environmental, social, and regulatory progress. Learn more about us!
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer you the right options to meet your individual and family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more. We also provide you flexible time-off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.
 
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their experiences and perspectives – and that reflects the world around us. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and Diversity & Inclusion at Emerson.
 
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, H-1, H-2, L, 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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