Project Manager - Sourcing

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Elyria, OH, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Internet of Things • Energy
The Role
Lead sourcing and supply-chain projects from initiation to production readiness, coordinating internal teams and suppliers, managing budgets and risks, executing RFPs and supplier evaluations, supporting supplier transitions and tooling, and driving continuous improvement and sustainable sourcing initiatives.
Summary Generated by Built In
If you are a Project Management professional looking to make an impact in critical industries while advancing your career within a collaborative team, Emerson has an opportunity for you! Based in our Elyria, OH office as a Project Manager for the Sourcing Operations team, you will be responsible for using data-driven analysis and strategic thinking to develop solutions for improving the efficiency of the Professional Tools Organization. 
We're looking for someone who is a detail-oriented self-starter with the ability to lead multiple projects and work with both internal and external stakeholders, as well as supplier partners.
 
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
 
  • Lead multiple projects from initiation through production readiness, including planning timelines, defining milestones, tracking progress, and managing risks.
  • Coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and suppliers to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
  • Execute sourcing and procurement activities, including requests for proposals, supplier engagement, cost analysis, and competitive evaluations.
  • Manage project financials, including feasibility inputs, capital expenditures, and ongoing budget tracking.
  • Evaluate risks across project portfolios and implement mitigation or recovery strategies to maintain momentum.
  • Develop and maintain transparent communication plans to keep stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and outcomes.
  • Support supplier transitions, tooling initiatives, and production readiness to ensure continuity of supply.
  • Support continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and recommending practical solutions.
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation and recovery strategies as needed.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to implement sustainable sourcing initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
  • Facilitate project reviews, including tracking key metrics such as supplier transitions, cost changes, and production readiness.
  • Build strong working relationships across teams to support long-term strategic objectives and business continuity.
 
Who You Are:
I am self-motivated, a problem solver, and a solution provider. Enjoy & excel at building deep customer relationships. Plan, organize, & manage my work & time well. Prefer a hands-on approach with a “roll-up your sleeves and get dirty” mentality. Collaborate & communicate effectively both internally and externally across multiple teams.
 
For This Role, You Will Need:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or Operations or another related discipline
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in supply chain in a high-paced, multi-location environment 
  • Ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at various levels of the organization
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and key cost drivers
  • Demonstrated ability to manage project timelines, risks, and deliverables
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% - periodic overnights 
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
     
Our Culture & 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 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.

Learn more about our Culture & Values. 

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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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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related discipline
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in supply chain in a high-paced, multi-location environment
  • Ability to lead multiple initiatives/projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to translate data into actionable insights
  • Effective communication skills; ability to engage stakeholders at various organizational levels
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and key cost drivers
  • Demonstrated ability to manage project timelines, risks, and deliverables
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% (periodic overnights)
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

Emerson Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Emerson and has not been reviewed or approved by Emerson.

  • Retirement Support Retirement programs have been strengthened with a 401(k) plus company-supported contributions such as profit sharing and a recent cash-balance transition for certain participants. These features are positioned as differentiators among large industrial peers.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An employee stock purchase plan introduced in 2026 enables discounted share purchases via payroll deductions. This adds an accessible ownership element to the total rewards mix.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth The package includes PTO, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave within a broad benefits suite. Coverage breadth aligns with large-employer norms across locations, though specifics vary.

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The Company
HQ: Saint Louis, MO
50,857 Employees
Year Founded: 1890

What We Do

At Emerson, we’re passionate about what we do. By fusing decades of technology and engineering expertise, Emerson continues to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges with innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets. We recruit the greatest talent and apply the best technologies to benefit our customers worldwide. Automation Solutions is a leader in helping process and discrete manufacturers automate and optimize production processes through our best-in-class technologies and industry expertise. Commercial & Residential Solutions develops technologies and services that improve human comfort, safeguard food, protect the environment, enable sustainable food waste disposal, and support efficient construction and maintenance of buildings and municipal infrastructure. Emerson has a wide range of industry knowledge, manufacturing expertise, and technological innovation around the world. Join our next generation of leaders today.

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