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As a Supply Chain professional seeking a career opportunity, Emerson has an exciting offer for you! The Category Management Team Leader role involves guiding and leading a team of experienced Category Managers who drive global strategies across various technical categories like Fabrication, Instrumentation, Gas/Liquid Analyzers, Ultrasonic meters, Valves, Electronics, and Control Panels. Your responsibilities in this leadership role include managing competing priorities, driving operational excellence, building stakeholder relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Your Key Responsibilities Will Include: - Providing strategic direction, mentorship, and performance management to a team of senior Category Managers. - Fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. - Identifying skill gaps and leading initiatives to enhance product knowledge, market understanding, and sourcing capabilities within the team. - Overseeing the development and execution of global category strategies aligned with business objectives. - Ensuring each Category Manager maintains a deep understanding of cost structures, market dynamics, and supplier landscapes. - Supporting the team in identifying and mitigating supply risks, optimizing total cost of ownership, and driving value creation. - Managing Intercompany and third-party supplier relationships, including negotiations, contract management, and performance evaluations. - Analyzing project funnels, selecting appropriate models for stocking plans, and monitoring inventory levels. - Continuously seeking ways to improve supplier manufacturing processes, capacity, and capabilities. - Guiding the team in identifying, evaluating, and developing new suppliers to meet evolving business needs. - Overseeing supplier qualification processes and ensuring compliance with quality, cost, and delivery standards. - Ensuring the team continuously monitors global market trends, technological advancements, and competitive landscapes. - Translating changing business requirements into actionable sourcing strategies, including the development of new products and supplier capabilities. - Driving standardization and continuous improvement in category management processes and tools. - Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and implementing corrective actions as needed. - Ensuring adherence to company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements. - Acting as a key liaison between category management, procurement, engineering, operations, quality, and other internal stakeholders. - Facilitating effective communication and alignment across departments to support product development, cost reduction, and supply continuity. Additionally, for this role, you will need: - Minimum 5 years of proven experience in category management at a leadership role. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a global matrix organization. - Proficiency in MS Office applications and ERP tools like Oracle/SAP. - An understanding of products & solutions like Metering Skid Fabrication, Analytical Systems, Sampling System, Shelter Houses, Electrical Integration Component, Fittings & Valves, etc. Preferred qualifications that set you apart: - Engineering Graduate in Electrical/Instrumentation/Mechanical Engineering. - 15 to 20 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or Category Management. - Strong negotiation and contract management skills. Emerson prioritizes a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. The company fosters an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives to drive growth and deliver business results. Emerson offers competitive benefits plans, medical insurance, Employee Assistance Program, recognition, flexible time off plans, paid parental leave, and more to ensure employee well-being and growth opportunities. Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, helping customers in critical industries operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security, and reliability. The company offers equitable opportunities, celebrates diversity, and embraces challenges with confidence to make an impact across various countries and industries. Whether you are an established professional or a recent graduate, Emerson provides a chance to make a difference and grow within the organization. As a Supply Chain professional seeking a career opportunity, Emerson has an exciting offer for you! The Category Management Team Leader role involves guiding and leading a team of experienced Category Managers who drive global strategies across various technical categories like Fabrication, Instrumentation, Gas/Liquid Analyzers, Ultrasonic meters, Valves, Electronics, and Control Panels. Your responsibilities in this leadership role include managing competing priorities, driving operational excellence, b
