Director of Global Operations Planning overseeing S&OP process and inventory strategy for Emerson. Collaborating with various teams to improve service levels and optimize working capital.
Responsibilities
Own the global S&OP calendar and cadence (pre‑S&OP, WA S&OP, executive S&OP) to align demand, supply, and financial plans over 3–18+ months; drive scenario planning and executive trade‑off decisions.
Standardize and continuously improve the S&OP process (inputs/outputs, roles, data models, operating mechanisms) and ensure cross‑functional participants come prepared with reconciled views and risks/opportunities.
Translate S&OP outcomes into operations plans (capacity, material strategies, lead‑time targets, expedites/allocations) and hold owners accountable for execution.
Govern performance via S&OP KPIs (RDSL/PDSL service levels, late backlog, enterprise lead times, quality/CoQ linkages) and drive corrective actions with WA/site leaders.
Own the Global OpX framework and annual audit program across Safety & Sustainability, Quality, Manufacturing Efficiency, Trade Compliance, Procurement, and Planning & Materials; evolve standards, scoring, and governance.
Plan, staff, and execute plant audits; publish findings & OFIs, and track closure to improve speed, delivery/lead time, service, efficiency, and asset management.
Own the global inventory policy and guardrails (e.g., ABC classification, safety‑stock methodologies, deviation controls/IDRs) and ensure consistent application across sites.
Optimize material planning best practices. Develop key strategies to improve the efficiency of planning material and spread best practices around the globe.
Partner with Digital/Automation, Factory Systems, and BI teams to ensure planning data, dashboards, and exception workflows (e.g., Power BI planning home, safety‑stock dashboards) are accurate, consumable, and action‑oriented.
Lead and develop a global team (direct and dotted‑line) across time zones; build planning and materials capabilities through role clarity, coaching, and training.
Requirements
Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Science, Business administration or equivalent
3+ years’ experience in a senior Operational role
3+ years’ experience in Lean or Quality management function with WA or global scope
Global, strategic, business planning experience with global scope on BU or platform levels
High level of energy and dedication.
Ability to motivate and energize the team for operational excellence and quality improvement through strong interpersonal, coaching, influencing and leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and one more global language is advantage
Excellent interpersonal skills must have the ability to work with people from different backgrounds and culture.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a global matrix organization.
Willing to travel approx. 30% of work time
Benefits
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.
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