What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Planning Specialist position at Emerson?
Job Description
If you are a Supply Chain professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you based in Knoxville, TN! In this position you willbe responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials by creating and analyzing product and supplier forecasts. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, coordinate with sales and operations, assist with new product transition plans, and work with key suppliers to support fulfillment programs to maintain smooth operations.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
You are a person with a global perspective that steps up to challenges and sees them as opportunities. You invite input and share ownership and responsibility. You are a problem solver and innovator that questions the status quo by proposing creative solutions. You readily adapt personal, interpersonal, and leadership behavior. You deliver clear, problem-focused communication to fit the audience. You deal comfortably with ambiguity and can balance internal and external stakeholder requirements. You identify and seize new opportunities. You are committed to excellence for yourself.
For This Role, You Will Need:
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit 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 prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson .
Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.
About Us
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.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com .
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!
No calls or agencies please.
If you are a Supply Chain professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you based in Knoxville, TN! In this position you willbe responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials by creating and analyzing product and supplier forecasts. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, coordinate with sales and operations, assist with new product transition plans, and work with key suppliers to support fulfillment programs to maintain smooth operations.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Develop effective forecasts by gathering and analyzing data to establish historical trends and incorporate predictive inputs from cross-functional areas to balance business needs
- Create key supplier forecasts to support demand plans, optimize inventory, and align with contractual obligations
- Collaborate with supply chain and key suppliers to establish and maintain supplier stocking programs to improve delivery flexibility in support of our dynamic business needs.
- Propose and implement solutions to improve forecast accuracy
- Manage forecasts to support new product introductions and transitions, and disposition of material driven by engineering change requests.
- Establish the proper planning methods to support a Plan For Every Part (PFEP) and maintain safety stock levels, min-max and other part parameters as needed using industry best practices to achieve optimal inventory levels
- Prepare and maintain management reports as needed
- Expand knowledge of industry best practices and the Systems and Software business to be a subject matter expert that can be an advocate to drive material management decisions
You are a person with a global perspective that steps up to challenges and sees them as opportunities. You invite input and share ownership and responsibility. You are a problem solver and innovator that questions the status quo by proposing creative solutions. You readily adapt personal, interpersonal, and leadership behavior. You deliver clear, problem-focused communication to fit the audience. You deal comfortably with ambiguity and can balance internal and external stakeholder requirements. You identify and seize new opportunities. You are committed to excellence for yourself.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s Degree 5 years’ experience in similar role, Associates Degree 7 years’ experience, or equivalent experience
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems
- Excellent English
- Proficient in Microsoft suite of applications
- Required travel 15%, as required
- Legal authorization to work in US without sponsorship now or in the future
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or other relevant fields
- Knowledge of Oracle MRP
- Demonstrated ability to engage with and influence others
- Analytical mind with strong attention to detail
- Outstanding organizational and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- MBA a plus
- Supply Chain industry certification a plus (CPIM, CSCP, etc.)
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit 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 prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson .
Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.
About Us
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.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com .
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!
No calls or agencies please.
