As an **Associate Project Procurement Lead** based in Cluj Napoca, in this role you will be responsible for the DACH & BENELUX region. You will be part of a dynamic, international team supporting the execution of procurement activities across a variety of customer projects. Manage proposal input, supplier selection, project closeout. Achieve results, reduce risks, ensure collaboration. You’ll play a key role in delivering procurement excellence by developing sourcing strategies, negotiating commercial terms, evaluating supplier performance, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and services. Your contribution will directly impact project success and customer happiness! **In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:** + Supporting the achievement of regional procurement objectives such as supplier risk management, savings, and PO/contract placement; + Leading key procurement activities in coordination with the Project Procurement Lead for DACH & BENELUX; + Collaborating closely with Sales and Project teams to define sourcing strategies and mitigate execution risks; + Drafting and negotiating supplier contracts and leading buy-out content; + Supervising supplier performance and addressing issues related to delivery or compliance; + Engaging with Emerson’s global supply chain teams to address market trends and challenges; + Ensuring alignment with Emerson tools, systems, procedures, and ethics policies throughout all procurement activities. **Who You Are:** You are a proactive procurement professional with a strong grasp of sourcing, collaborator management, and supplier engagement. You excel in a collaborative, fast-paced, and international project environment, and bring both critical thinking and operational focus to the table! You consistently seek to improve processes and outcomes while building strong business relationships across functions. **For This Role, You Will Need:** + A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commerce, or Engineering; + At least 5 years of confirmed experience in procurement—ideally within a project-based, international setting; + Proven experience working with cross-functional teams in a supply chain environment; + Strong customer management, communication, and negotiation skills; + Proficiency in **English and German** ; other European languages are considered a plus; **Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:** + Experience working within a matrixed, international organization; + Knowledge of Incoterms and international trade compliance; + Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP; + Prior involvement in large-scale capital or automation projects; + A solution-focused, analytical approach. **Our Culture & Commitment to You:** At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We develop an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication 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. **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. **Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation** If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com . **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! **No calls or agencies please.** **Requisition ID** : 25022893 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.