Supply Chain Manager

The role is responsible for developing and executing supply chain strategies that support production requirements, optimize inventory levels, improve supplier performance, reduce costs, and ensure on-time delivery to customers. This position works closely with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Engineering, Quality, and other business partners, to align material availability and supply chain activities with business priorities. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all Supply Chain operations for the Tulsa site, including purchasing, inventory control, receiving, warehousing, and shipping.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the availability of all purchased and manufactured materials to support production requirements. Evaluate supplier capabilities, conduct cost-benefit analyses, resolve supply chain issues, identify potential risks, and develop contingency plans to minimize disruptions.
• Lead and develop the team to achieve on-time supplier deliveries, customer shipments, cost reduction initiatives, and inventory optimization goals.
• Lead inventory optimization initiatives, including cycle count programs, excess and obsolete inventory reduction, and improved inventory turnover.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and statutory requirements, as well as Emerson's trade compliance policies and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote lean manufacturing principles throughout Supply Chain and related operations.
• Lead Supply Chain involvement in New Product Development (NPD) projects, collaborating with Design Engineering, Marketing, Quality Assurance, and Materials teams to ensure effective supply chain planning and execution.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 8+ years of related experience in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Procurement, or Operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated purchasing and procurement experience in a manufacturing environment, with strategic responsibility for sourcing, procurement, and planning of mechanical components.
• Experience leading and managing cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines, with the ability to establish reporting structures, delegate responsibilities, and drive accountability and performance.
• Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to confidently present technical and business-related information to senior management, support recommendations, and defend strategic decision across all levels of the organization
• Ability to interpret component specifications and technical requirements and effectively communicate those requirements to suppliers to ensure materials meet engineering and production needs.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including the ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience working within a global, matrixed organization.
• Previous international purchasing and procurement experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with suppliers and business partners across different countries and cultures.

• Ability to read, interpret, and understand engineering drawings, quality system requirements, and customer specifications.

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 flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, 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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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.

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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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