Director Sourcing

Emerson Electric Co; Elyria, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co. is seeking a Director of Sourcing to lead the sourcing function for the Professional Tools business.

You will drive sourcing excellence, supplier performance, cost optimization, and supply chain innovation across direct and indirect categories, reporting to the Vice President of Sourcing and Procurement. You will develop strategies, lead a high-performing team, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to align initiatives with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration.
• 8+ years of supply chain experience.
• Proven people leadership or management experience.
• Experience negotiating and drafting contracts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Strong business analysis capabilities to develop and implement sourcing strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of major commodity categories and sourcing best practices.
• Demonstrated success negotiating supplier agreements and delivering value through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret and leverage data for strategy and negotiations.
• Proven leadership to drive cross-functional teams in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across direct and indirect categories that drive value, efficiency, risk mitigation, and cost optimization.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing sourcing team with a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Partner with operations, engineering, legal, finance, marketing, and product development to align sourcing with objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through digital solutions, automation, Lean, and market intelligence.
• Oversee sourcing project prioritization, governance, performance metrics, and reporting.
• Support new product development by engaging preferred suppliers early to ensure quality, innovation, and supply continuity.

Skills

People leadership

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder influence

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic sourcing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Master's degree in Supply Chain/related field

Tools

SAP

JD Edwards

Oracle

Job description

If you are a Director of Sourcing professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you. In this strategic leadership role, you will lead the sourcing function for Emerson’s Professional Tools business, driving sourcing excellence, supplier performance, cost optimization, and supply chain innovation across direct and indirect spend categories. Reporting to the Vice President of Sourcing and Procurement, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies that create business value, strengthen supplier partnerships, support new product development, and enable operational success. This role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide initiatives, lead high-performing teams, and contribute to a culture grounded in innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion.

Emerson’s global Professional Tools business offers a broad portfolio of trusted tools and technologies serving professionals in the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades. Through leading brands such as RIDGID®, Greenlee®, and Klauke®, we deliver innovative solutions that help customers address complex challenges with confidence.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across direct and indirect categories that drive business value, operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and cost optimization.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing sourcing team while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
  Build and strengthen strategic supplier relationships through performance management, contract negotiation, spend analysis, and ongoing business reviews.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders, including operations, engineering, legal, finance, marketing, and product development, to align sourcing initiatives with business objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through digital solutions, automation, Lean methodologies, market intelligence, and supply chain best practices.
• Oversee sourcing project prioritization, governance, performance metrics, and reporting to ensure successful execution and achievement of key objectives.
• Support new product development initiatives by engaging preferred suppliers early in the process to ensure quality, innovation, supply continuity, and commercial success.

Who You Are:

You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. You make sound decisions, even in the absence of complete information, by relying on a blend of analysis, experience, and judgment. You create and implement new and better ways for the organization to be successful while balancing strategic priorities with operational execution. Through your leadership approach, you inspire high performance, encourage continuous learning, and cultivate an environment where diverse perspectives contribute to stronger business outcomes.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Engineering or Business Administration.
• 8+ years of supply chain experience.
• People leadership or management experience.
• Experience negotiating and drafting contracts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization.
• Strong business analysis capabilities with the ability to develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with stakeholder objectives.
• In-depth knowledge of major commodity categories and sourcing best practices.
• Demonstrated success negotiating supplier agreements and delivering value through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret, manipulate, and leverage data to support strategy development and negotiations.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to drive results through cross-functional teams in a global environment.
• Ability to develop strategic plans and successfully execute them through completion.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification.

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 understand that people perform at their best when they feel supported. That is why we offer competitive benefits, resources, and development opportunities designed to help employees succeed both professionally and personally. From comprehensive health and wellness programs to education assistance, employee resource groups, retirement savings programs, recognition initiatives, and flexible time-off offerings, Emerson is committed to creating an environment where individuals can build meaningful careers while maintaining balance in their lives.