Procurement Buyer

Buyer 2

 In this Role, You Will Focus On: 

• Handle procurement activities for direct materials and project requirements for the Power and Water Solutions Business, ensuring timely availability of materials and services. 
• Drive commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors covering pricing, quality, delivery schedules, payment terms, and contractual agreements. 
• Identify and implement cost optimization initiatives through strategic sourcing, supplier development, rate contracts, and alternate vendor identification. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Projects, Planning, Finance, and Global Procurement teams to support business objectives and successful project execution. 
• Prepare techno-commercial comparison statements, obtain approvals in line with procurement policies, and ensure timely release and documentation of purchase orders in SharePoint. 
• Coordinate with Finance and Accounts teams for preparation and execution of commercial import documents such as LC, ABG, PBG, and related contractual documentation. 
• Manage vendor onboarding, vendor master data, supplier performance, issue resolution, and coordination of timely vendor payments. 
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure continuous supply of quality materials at competitive pricing and within required timelines. 
• Monitor procurement spend and generate MIS reports, including spend analysis, cost savings, and cost avoidance reports for management review. 
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, commercial procedures, and audit requirements. 

Who You Are: 

You are a results-driven procurement professional with expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization. You possess strong commercial acumen, negotiation capabilities, and stakeholder management skills, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You are passionate about driving operational excellence, building strategic supplier partnerships, 

and delivering sustainable business value. 

For This Role, You Will Need: 

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute long-term procurement strategies that align with business goals. 
• Negotiation & Commercial Acumen: Exceptional negotiation and contracting skills, with a track record of achieving significant savings and favorable terms. 
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with proficiency in spend analysis and financial modeling. 
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences. 
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. 
• Compliance & Ethics: Unwavering commitment to ethical procurement practices and strong understanding of legal and regulatory compliance. 
• Digital Proficiency: Experience with ERP systems, procurement tools, spend analytics, and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart: 

• B.Tech with 8+ years of experience in procurement and strategic sourcing, preferably within the Automation, Industrial, EPC, or Manufacturing industry. Experience in project procurement will be an added advantage 
• Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential. 
• Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement tools is preferred. 

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 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.

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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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