Supply Chain Strategic Planner

Join Emerson as a Supply Chain Strategic Planner at our Shakopee, MN location, where you'll support strategic decision-making and lead data analysis for Supply Chain Leadership! Your role will involve preparing high-level presentations and detailed reports on key metrics such as trade working capital and material availability.

You'll coordinate cross-functional projects in areas like commodity management, procurement, quality, and logistics, focusing on delivery speed, flexibility, responsible sourcing, and risk management.

Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking are crucial to drive supply chain strategies and develop contingency plans to mitigate risks!

 

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:



* Cross-Functional Coordination: Align activities across various supply chain functions and facilitate communication among departments to ensure seamless operations.


* Reporting and Analytics: Prepare reports on key supply chain metrics for management reviews; use data analytics to track and improve supply chain performance.


* Strategy Implementation: Implement supply chain strategies focused on efficiency and sustainability; anticipate future risks using forecasting techniques.


* Risk Management: Collaborate with management to develop contingency plans; identify and mitigate risks to ensure resilience.


* Continuous Improvement: Drive improvement initiatives and leverage industry trends to keep the supply chain competitive.

Who You Are:

You use knowledge of business drivers and how strategies and tactics play out in the market to guide actions.

You adjust communication to fit the audience and the message.

You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks.

You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations.

You create competitive and breakthrough strategies that show a clear connection between vision and action. 

 

For This Role, You Will Need:

•    Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
•    5+ years of experience in supply chain planning or strategic management.
•    Proficiency in data analysis tools (PowerPoint, Excel, ERP systems).
•    Excellent communication for cross-functional collaboration.
•    Ability to implement strategic plans with attention to detail.
•    Strong problem-solving skills; ability to work independently under pressure.
•    Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:



* MBA Preferred 


* Manufacturing environment experience


* Familiarity with supply chain management software


* Experience in risk management and developing contingency planning


* Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

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