Senior Manager Global Logistics and Indirect

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Logistics & Indirect to lead development and execution of global logistics and indirect procurement strategies. You will drive network optimization, supplier performance, and cost transformation across regions, partnering with stakeholders to enable scalable processes and long‑term supply chain strategy.

You will oversee lead indicators, negotiate with suppliers, and manage cross‑functional programs to improve service, cost, and delivery performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8+ years of logistics, supply chain, sourcing, or indirect procurement experience.
• 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, or similar) and logistics tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead global FCV logistics strategy, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution network optimization.
• Drive service levels, reduce total landed cost, and mitigate supply chain risk.
• Oversee logistics service providers, including selection, performance management, and contract execution.
• Enable standardization and deployment of logistics best practices across regions.
• Steer the Logistics Spend Strategy and freight cost tensioning for all modes.
• Implement Air Freight Spot Bid Process across FCV sites to support cost optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Financial acumen

Project management

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Logistics tools

Job description

Senior Manager, Global Logistics & Indirect

Responsible for leading the development and execution of global logistics and indirect procurement strategies to optimize cost, service, quality, and delivery performance across the enterprise. Provides strategic leadership across logistics operations and indirect spend categories, driving network optimization, supplier performance, and cost transformation initiatives, partnering with global stakeholders to deliver business results, enable scalable processes, and support long‑term supply chain strategy.

Responsibilities

• Logistics Strategy & Execution
  • 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 Emerson's Global Mode Team.
  • Steer the Logistics Spend Strategy and freight cost tensioning for all modes (Heavy Air, Ocean, Parcel, Surface Transport).
  • Implement Air Freight Spot Bid Process across FCV sites to support cost optimization initiatives.
• Indirect Procurement Leadership
  • Own FCV global indirect sourcing strategy across key categories (logistics, services, operational spend).
  • Lead supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost savings initiatives.
  • Ensure alignment with business objectives, compliance requirements, and financial targets.
  • Develop category strategies that support long‑term scalability and resilience.
• Supplier & Stakeholder Management
  • Build and maintain strategic partnerships with global suppliers and service providers.
  • Influence and align senior stakeholders across supply chain, operations, and finance.
  • Drive supplier performance improvement and resolve escalations (cost, quality, delivery, lead time).
• Network Optimization & Transformation
  • Lead cross‑functional initiatives to optimize global supply chain and distribution networks.
  • Identify and implement digital tools, analytics, and process improvements.
  • Champion continuous improvement and standardization across logistics and procurement processes.
• Performance & Financial Management
  • Establish and track KPIs across logistics and indirect spend (cost, delivery, quality, service, lead time).
  • Deliver measurable cost savings and working capital improvements.
  • Provide regular insights and reporting to senior leadership.
  • Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Take global responsibility for logistics and indirect procurement, significantly impacting cost structure, service performance, and supply chain efficiency.

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 preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in global or multi‑regional roles.
• Strong negotiation, financial acumen, and project management skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and logistics tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading indirect spend categories and global logistics networks.
• Knowledge of transportation management systems (TMS) and freight optimization tools.
• APICS, CIPS, or similar certification.
• Proven track record of driving transformation and cost optimization initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not provide sponsorship. Current holders of temporary visas (E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J, or TN) or those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.