Tactical Purchasing Specialist

City of Shakopee, MN; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking an experienced procurement professional in India to convert requisitions into purchase orders, manage open PO reports, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely acknowledgements and order confirmations.

You will maintain ERP data accuracy, respond to inquiries, and support material availability across global sites. The role emphasizes supplier performance, data analytics, and continuous improvement within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, sourcing, manufacturing, or related operations.
• Knowledge of sourcing practices, supply chain processes, procurement operations, contracting principles, and supplier management.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data and generate insights.
• Proficiency with digital tools and reporting platforms for data analysis and decision-making.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and other business apps for data management and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proactive approach to learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders and manage open purchase order reports.
• Partner with suppliers to obtain acknowledgements, delivery confirmations, and order status updates.
• Maintain accurate confirmation and delivery dates within ERP systems.
• Respond to purchase order and material-related inquiries from plants and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor supply and demand requirements and support inventory replenishment decisions.
• Review and process planning exceptions such as expedite, defer, or reschedule actions.
• Coordinate with suppliers to maintain accurate promise dates and order confirmations.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders to support material availability.
• Support supplier relationship management and performance improvements.
• Partner with finance teams to facilitate timely supplier payments.
• Complete material master setup activities and maintain ERP data accuracy.
• Manage requisition-to-purchase order conversions for MRO purchases.
• Validate supplier lead times and align with operations requirements.
• Support material master data audits and continuous improvement.
• Communicate actions and updates effectively with buyers.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on supplier and operational performance.
• Escalate supplier delivery challenges to leadership as needed.
• Monitor and resolve parked or blocked invoice discrepancies promptly.
• Support supplier negotiations on cost, delivery, and inventory objectives.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to boost procurement efficiency.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

ERP (SAP/Oracle)

Data analysis

Excel

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders and manage open purchase order reports.
• Partner with suppliers to obtain purchase order acknowledgements, delivery confirmations, and order status updates.
• Maintain accurate confirmation and delivery dates within enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Respond to purchase order and material-related inquiries from manufacturing plants and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor supply and demand requirements and support inventory replenishment decisions.
• Review and process system-generated planning exceptions such as expedite, defer, or reschedule actions.
• Coordinate with suppliers to maintain accurate promise dates and order confirmations.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders, including Category Managers, Production and Inventory Control teams, and Value Stream leaders to support material availability.
• Support supplier relationship management initiatives and work with supplier performance and category management teams to improve supplier delivery, responsiveness, quality, and service levels.
• Partner with finance teams to help facilitate timely supplier payment resolution.
• Complete material master setup activities and maintain data accuracy within ERP systems.
• Manage requisition-to-purchase order conversion activities for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) purchases.
• Validate supplier lead times and ensure alignment with operational requirements.
• Support material master data audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate actions, resolutions, and updates effectively with plant and site buyers.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports related to supplier and operational performance.
• Escalate supplier delivery challenges to supply chain and planning leadership as appropriate.
• Monitor and help resolve parked or blocked invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support supplier negotiations related to cost, delivery, and inventory objectives while maintaining strong supplier partnerships.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and business results.

Who You Are:

You make timely and informed decisions in a fast-paced environment while considering multiple sources of information and diverse perspectives. You build collaborative partnerships across teams and with external stakeholders to achieve shared goals. You communicate openly and effectively, encouraging the exchange of ideas and fostering productive discussions. You consistently seek opportunities to improve processes, solve problems, and deliver reliable results that support organizational success.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, sourcing, manufacturing, or a related operational environment.
• Knowledge of sourcing practices, supply chain processes, procurement operations, contracting principles, and supplier management.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar business platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights.
• Proficiency with digital tools and reporting platforms used for data analysis, reporting, and supply chain decision-making.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and other business applications for data management and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach to learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• Experience supporting supplier performance, sourcing initiatives, procurement operations, or material planning activities.
• Exposure to data visualization and analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar platforms.
• Project management experience or project management certification.
• Experience working within a global or matrixed organization.
• Flexibility to support business requirements across different shift schedules, including 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, or 4:30 PM to 1:30 AM.

Our Culture and 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.

We recognize the importance of employee well-being and offer competitive benefits, comprehensive healthcare options, employee assistance programs, recognition initiatives, employee resource groups, and opportunities for professional development. Our people-first culture supports flexibility, work-life balance, and meaningful career growth, helping employees reach their full potential while contributing to Emerson’s continued success.