The Buyer/Planner works closely with the Materials, Procurement, Distribution Center and Accounting Teams and is responsible for maintaining solid communication and information flow through the supply chain. This position will be responsible for analyzing demand requirements and placing/maintaining purchase orders to ensure adequate material flow into the Distribution Center. The Buyer/Planner will be encouraged to lead and participate in projects to support our drive for improvement in supplier on time delivery, service level, inventory days on hand reduction, new product launches and cost reduction initiatives. This position will work closely with the supply base to improve supplier performance. The Buyer/Planner will be responsible to work exception reports to manage inventory and increase our OTD metric. Other responsibilities include working with the Production Supervisor to improve efficiency and resources as well as assist with cycle count reconciliation. **In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:** + Analyze data for planning and release, shortage resolution, ordering and inventory analysis. + Schedules and releases production orders according to Kanban/PFEP priority and production schedules. + Provides delivery date commitments on work in process and finished goods products to Value Stream manager, materials manager and Customer Service. + Prepares purchasing requisition, generate Purchase Orders; work with supplier to ensure parts are delivered on time to Purchase Order schedules. + Reviews exception report from MRP system and make adjustments as required. + Work with Suppliers to reconcile invoices and payments and manage for performance improvements. + Monitor inventory level to avoid excess inventory, inventory shortages and or inventory inaccuracies. + Assist with cycle count reconciliations if needed. + Work with Quality personnel to resolve supplier quality issues. + Performs all tasks in accordance with the Company’s Business Conduct Guidelines. **Who You Are:** You are someone that develops and maintains excellent relationships with both internal customers and outside suppliers. Regular interaction with all levels across multiple organizations is required. **For This Role, You Will Need:** + Bachelor of Science degree in Supply Chain or equivalent commensurate experience in lieu of a degree. + Relevant years of experience in a Supply Chain role (Planning, scheduling, and purchasing of materials) commensurate with the level of this position. + Microsoft Office skills required include Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. + Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. **Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:** + 3+ years of experience in a Supply Chain role (Planning, scheduling, and purchasing of materials). + Lean manufacturing/planning experience + JDE ordering system experience **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 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. 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. **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. **Why Work in the Greater Cleveland Area** Our facility is located in Elyria, OH (our world headquarters), which is conveniently located within driving distance to Cleveland. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates build a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work **About Our Location** Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923, the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria, OH has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster, safer, and more accurately. Today, more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and a state-of-the-art “schoolhouse” training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons annually. In addition to the iconic wrench, the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools, pipe and electrical tools, and drain cleaning components, as well as Greenlee step bits and knock-out tools. Emerson’s Professional Tools business provides the industry’s broadest portfolio of sophisticated`, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades. \#LI-PL1 **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. **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** : 25018934 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.