Senior Sourcing Engineer - Metal Machining and Fabrication

Senior Sourcing & Supplier Performance Engineer

Job Summary

The Senior Sourcing & Supplier Performance Engineer is a dual‑responsibility role accountable for both strategic sourcing and supplier performance excellence for Machining and Fabrication commodities. This position plays a critical role in building a resilient, competitive supply base by driving localization, cost optimization, supplier development, and continuous performance improvement across global Actuation manufacturing sites.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Sourcing Engineering

• Execute sourcing and localization strategies for Machining & Fabrication categories.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships, including preferred and strategic suppliers.
• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and develop new suppliers aligned with global category strategies.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) by sourcing new materials and supplier capabilities.
• Negotiate commercial terms to achieve cost, delivery, and quality objectives.
• Identify and implement cost‑reduction and value‑engineering opportunities.
• Manage sourcing risk, tooling, and supplier‑related investments.
• Ensure compliance with Emerson sourcing policies and governance standards.

Supplier Performance Engineering (SPE)

• Own supplier performance across Delivery, Quality, Cost, and Responsiveness.
• Work with the commodity management, Global Sourcing and factory support teams as well as others to ensure that the supply chain for raw materials / Finished Goods are well developed and managed to support all worldwide Actuation sites.
• Ensure supplier capacity and capability adequately support material needs and availability globally
• Drive improvements in: 
  • Delivery performance (RDSL / PDSL)
  • Quality performance (Lot Acceptance, PPM)
• Lead supplier development initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and quality tools (FMEA, SPC, RCA, MSA, Control Plans).
• Conduct supplier audits and capability assessments to ensure capacity and readiness.
• Define, track, and review supplier scorecards aligned to operational and sustainability metrics.
• Take timely corrective actions for performance gaps impacting quality, delivery, or cost.
• Support global commodity strategies, risk mitigation, and cost containment (NMI).
• Collaborate with internal engineering and manufacturing teams to improve design, manufacturability, and productivity.
• Participate in supplier reviews and continuous improvement programs.

Who You Are:
Results‑driven supply chain professional with a strong engineering mindset, skilled in balancing strategic sourcing and supplier performance management, building cross‑functional and supplier partnerships, and driving data‑based continuous improvement in global environments.

 

For This Role, You Will Need:

 Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Production, or related Engineering discipline 

 5+ years of experience in Sourcing, Purchasing, or Supplier / Performance Engineering

 Strong knowledge of Machining & Fabrication commodities and suppliers 

 Experience managing supplier quality, delivery, cost, and performance improvement 

 Ability to apply Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem‑solving tools 

 Strong commercial, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills 

 Proficiency in English; working knowledge of SAP/Oracle preferred 

 Willingness to travel up to 20–25%

 

Our Culture and 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 competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, 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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Experience Level

Senior Level