As a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for managing the planning, purchasing, and material management processes to ensure smooth and efficient production operations. This role requires a strategic approach, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive problem-solving to meet business objectives, optimize inventory levels, and maintain strong supplier relationships. You will work closely with supply chain, production, and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability while minimizing costs and waste. Additionally, you will be responsible for leading and motivating your team, ensuring effective goal achievement and professional development. We look forward to seeing your application! **In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:** + Managing the **Purchasing Team** , ensuring their **development** and achievement of business objectives. + Ensuring **smooth material flow** while optimizing inventory levels in compliance with **customer, legal, and operational requirements** . + Monitoring and ensuring **on-time material deliveries** through appropriate **performance indicators** , supporting **Purchasing Specialists** in resolving supply issues. + Developing proactive **strategies** for business improvement, continuously refining forecasts in collaboration with the **S&OP Department** . + Collaborating with the **European/Global Supply Chain Team** to assess, implement, and optimize **inventory strategies** (MOQ levels, lead times, safety stock) and supply chain efficiency. + Managing **supply chain disruptions** by developing **contingency plans** and implementing **risk management strategies** . + Ensuring proper application of **company purchasing strategies** , including **ordering policies, ABCD management, and month-end closing processes** . + Closely cooperating with **production teams** to align **material planning** with production schedules and ensure effective communication with planning, logistics, and production teams. + Driving **continuous process improvement** and cost-saving initiatives. + Overseeing **indirect purchasing** for the facility, covering **operational and CAPEX purchases** , in line with company policies and strategies. + Participating in **budget planning** and overseeing budget utilization. + Ensuring compliance with workplace safety regulations, including: + Organizing workstations according to **health and safety standards** . + Ensuring proper maintenance and use of **protective equipment** . + Implementing accident prevention and workplace health measures. + Maintaining safe working conditions and enforcing compliance with **safety rules** . + Ensuring employees adhere to **health and safety recommendations** **Who You Are:** You are a leader who excels at achieving goals and has a keen analytical approach to problem-solving. You excel in **cross-functional collaboration** and **strategic decision-making** , ensuring smooth purchasing operations and supply chain efficiency. Your proactive approach allows you to identify opportunities for improvement and drive **continuous optimization** . **For This Role, You Will Need:** + Minimum **3 years of leadership experience** in **material planning or purchasing in a production company.** + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in **Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field** . + Experience in **purchasing and inventory management** within a **manufacturing or engineering environment** . + Strong **English language skills** (both written and spoken). + Proficiency in **Microsoft Office (Power BI)** and ERP systems ( **SAP, MRP, APS** ). + Strong **analytical and mathematical skills** , with a **data-driven decision-making** approach. + Professional and reliable communication with **customers and suppliers** . + Strong **multitasking skills** with the ability to **manage large amounts of information** effectively. **Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:** + Additional **qualifications** (e.g., CPIM) are a plus. + Knowledge of **forecasting methods** is an advantage. **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. **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** : 25017953 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.