Emerson · 20 hours ago
Vice President Supply Chain
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, seeking a Vice President of Supply Chain to shape and lead their global supply chain organization. This role involves overseeing global supply chain strategy, regional planning, and driving transformation while ensuring alignment with Emerson’s business objectives.
ElectronicsIndustrial AutomationInternet of ThingsLightingManufacturingSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and lead innovative global supply chain strategies that support revenue growth, inventory efficiency, financial performance, and on-time customer delivery
Lead, mentor, and develop a global supply chain organization across the United States, Hungary, and Malaysia, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture
Continuously assess and adapt regional supply plans to shifting customer requirements and market conditions, including scenario planning and resolution of customer‑critical issues
Drive digital transformation initiatives and strengthen supply chain resilience, operational agility, and data-driven decision making
Lead operational performance reviews, monitor key performance indicators, and implement corrective actions to ensure network health and performance
Reconcile supply plans with demand signals, capacity constraints, inventory strategies, and financial targets to inform strategic decision-making
Assess global capacity utilization, supplier resilience, lead times, and inventory profiles to enhance responsiveness, reduce risk, and support long-range growth
Oversee global supply chain visibility and analytics through the supply chain control tower, enabling real‑time monitoring and predictive insights
Lead integration of advanced analytics and AI‑driven tools to identify and mitigate bottlenecks and disruptions
Partner with Global Manufacturing to optimize production scheduling, regional planning, and alignment to demand
Implement Lean practices and continuous improvement strategies to improve efficiency, reduce lead times, and enhance on‑time delivery
Implement sophisticated inventory optimization strategies that balance risk, service performance, and cost. Collaborate across functions to design inventory resilience strategies across sites, suppliers, material categories, and business units
Lead the Supply Chain Center of Excellence in establishing standard processes, continuous improvement practices, and global technology advancement
Deploy enterprise and emerging technologies—including automation, AI, and advanced planning tools—to modernize end‑to‑end supply chain processes
Drive organizational scalability to support changing business conditions and growth objectives
Ensure adherence to regulatory, environmental, and ethical standards while advancing enterprise sustainability and resilience programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or a related field
Extensive experience leading global supply chain operations within manufacturing, high-tech, or electronics environments
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale transformation and digitalization initiatives
Expertise in supply chain planning, production scheduling, inventory optimization, and ERP/MRP systems
Strong leadership skills with experience guiding globally distributed teams in a matrixed environment
Experience collaborating with manufacturing, S&OP, demand planning, and customer-facing teams
Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities, with a track record of driving operational improvements
Experience building and implementing supply chain resiliency and responsiveness programs
Knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and sustainability practices in global supply chain environments
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
Preferred
Advanced degree (e.g., MBA or master's in supply chain or engineering)
Experience with enterprise-grade planning and analytics tools such as Oracle EBS, Kinaxis, and AI-driven platforms
Background implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
Experience leading global supply chain transformation across multiple regions and product portfolios
Proven success integrating advanced analytics and automation technologies into supply chain operations
Benefits
Variety of medical insurance plans
Dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Profit sharing retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition
Flexible time off plans
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Vacation and holiday leave
Company
Emerson
Emerson is an technology & engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial and residential markets.
Founded in 1890
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Lal Karsanbhai
President and Chief Executive Officer
Vidya Ramnath
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Recent News
2025-11-11
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