Global Logistics & Indirect Procurement Leader

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee resource groups

Paid parental leave

Flexible time off

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Logistics & Indirect to lead the development and execution of global logistics and indirect procurement strategies. The role drives network optimization, supplier performance, and cost transformation across the enterprise, partnering with global stakeholders to deliver scalable processes and long-term supply chain strategy.

You will lead cross-functional initiatives, manage negotiations and contracts, and establish KPIs for logistics and indirect

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, sourcing, or indirect procurement.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership in global or multi-regional roles.
• Strong negotiation, financial acumen, and project management skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and logistics tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead global FCV logistics strategy, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution network optimization.
• Drive initiatives to improve service levels, reduce total landed cost, and mitigate supply chain risk.
• Oversee logistics service providers (LSPs), including selection, performance management, and contract execution.
• Enable standardization and deployment of logistics best practices across regions by partnering with Emersons Global Mode Team.
• Ensure FCV participation in Emerson's Mode Team actively and steer the Logistics Spend Strategy and Freight Cost Tensioning for all modes.
• Own FCV global indirect sourcing strategy across key categories (logistics, services, and operational spend).

Skills

Strategic leadership

Global logistics

Indirect procurement

Negotiation

Cost savings

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decisions

ERP systems understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP/Oracle ERP

TMS / Freight optimization tools

Job description

Emerson is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Logistics & Indirect to lead the development and execution of global logistics and indirect procurement strategies. The role drives network optimization, supplier performance, and cost transformation across the enterprise, partnering with global stakeholders to deliver scalable processes and long-term supply chain strategy.

You will lead cross-functional initiatives, manage negotiations and contracts, and establish KPIs for logistics and indirect