Operations & Performance Excellence Lead

If you are a professional passionate about operations and performance excellence Iooking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you!

As the Operations & Performance Excellence Lead, you will partner closely with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams to support data‑driven operational, financial, and technology decisions. 

This role focuses on process optimization, performance insights, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen the sustainability, reliability, and future readiness of power generation and water infrastructure across North America.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Support strategic initiatives focused on business process optimization, integration, and innovation
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Develop clear, actionable reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate insights to internal and external stakeholders
• Support the development, tracking, and continuous improvement of key performance indicators aligned to strategic objectives
• Collaborate with partners across operations, finance, engineering, and technology to gather information and drive alignment
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by applying structured problem‑solving and performance excellence practices

Who You Are:
You take initiative and act with accountability, applying sound judgment and data‑driven thinking to solve problems and improve outcomes. You build strong partnerships by collaborating across teams, valuing diverse perspectives, and communicating ideas clearly to influence alignment and results. You adapt easily to change, balancing short‑term priorities with long‑term goals while contributing to continuous improvement.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• BS degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ related experience
• Experience supporting operational, analytical, or continuous improvement initiatives in a professional environment
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to translate data into clear insights and practical recommendations
• Comfort working cross‑functionally and contributing to programs that improve processes and customer outcomes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• PMP certification
• High attention to detail paired with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• A proactive, self‑directed approach with strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Experience supporting business analytics, KPI development, or dashboard reporting
   

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 wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

WHY EMERSON 

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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.

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ABOUT EMERSON 

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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