Director, Global Operations Planning

Role Overview

• Own the global S&OP calendar and cadence (pre‑S&OP, WA S&OP, executive S&OP) to align demand, supply, and financial plans over 3–18+ months; drive scenario planning and executive trade‑off decisions.
• Standardize and continuously improve the S&OP process (inputs/outputs, roles, data models, operating mechanisms) and ensure cross‑functional participants come prepared with reconciled views and risks/opportunities.
• Translate S&OP outcomes into operations plans (capacity, material strategies, lead‑time targets, expedites/allocations) and hold owners accountable for execution.
• Govern performance via S&OP KPIs (RDSL/PDSL service levels, late backlog, enterprise lead times, quality/CoQ linkages) and drive corrective actions with WA/site leaders.
• Own the Global OpX framework and annual audit program across Safety & Sustainability, Quality, Manufacturing Efficiency, Trade Compliance, Procurement, and Planning & Materials; evolve standards, scoring, and governance.
• Plan, staff, and execute plant audits; publish findings & OFIs, and track closure to improve speed, delivery/lead time, service, efficiency, and asset management.
• Own the global inventory policy and guardrails (e.g., ABC classification, safety‑stock methodologies, deviation controls/IDRs) and ensure consistent application across sites.
• Optimize material planning best practices. Develop key strategies to improve the efficiency of planning material and spread best practices around the globe.
• Partner with Digital/Automation, Factory Systems, and BI teams to ensure planning data, dashboards, and exception workflows (e.g., Power BI planning home, safety‑stock dashboards) are accurate, consumable, and action‑oriented.
• Lead and develop a global team (direct and dotted‑line) across time zones; build planning and materials capabilities through role clarity, coaching, and training.

Requirements

• Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Science, Business administration or equivalent
• 3+ years’ experience in a senior Operational role
• 3+ years’ experience in Lean or Quality management function with WA or global scope
• Global, strategic, business planning experience with global scope on BU or platform levels
• High level of energy and dedication.
• Ability to motivate and energize the team for operational excellence and quality improvement through strong interpersonal, coaching, influencing and leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and one more global language is advantage
• Excellent interpersonal skills must have the ability to work with people from different backgrounds and culture.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a global matrix organization.
• Willing to travel approx. 30% of work time

Benefits

• 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.