Job Description
If you are a professional, looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you in Florham Park, NJ! As the Strategic Planner/ Leadership Development Role for the Discrete Automation Group you will work with senior leadership and support major events/projects.
Strategic Planning is foundational to the Emerson management process where we look for high potential candidates with strong leadership capabilities to learn the business, grow, and contribute to the organization from day one. The Strategic Planning team at Discrete Automation works closely with our executive leadership team to develop and execute growth and change management strategies across business functions from technology to sales, business development, marketing, operations, human resources, supply chain, and more. This role has strong connectivity throughout the entire global Discrete Automation organization and also will work with complimentary planning roles at the Emerson enterprise level. The Strategic Planner position provides a tremendous opportunity for a candidate to join or elevate their career within Emerson.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Supporting major management events such as executive leadership meetings, quarterly business reviews, strategy reviews, and value creation conferences
- Studying industries, geographical markets, customers, technologies, channels, acquisition candidates, and any other field in support of organic or inorganic business development
- Creating and communicating insights for the organization around our competitor and customer strategies and performance
- Working closely with multiple different functions, businesses and world areas to understand, support, and lead strategic programs
- Developing and presenting business strategies at an executive level
- Setting priorities and coordinating planning activities across all business units and world areas
- Recruiting and developing new Strategic Planners and assist with the smooth transition of projects
Who You Are:
You readily distinguish between what’s relevant and what’s unimportant to make sense of sophisticated situations. You understand internal and external collaborator requirements, expectations, and needs. You see the big picture, constantly are imagining future scenarios, and build strategies to sustain competitive advantage. You partner with others to get work done. You deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, a technical field, or a related discipline
- Three to ten years of related experience.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Works well leading teams in matrix environment
- Project management experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams, Power BI
- Able to travel up to 20% of the time
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
- MBA or other master’s degree preferred
- Prior experience in marketing, sales, engineering, consulting, technology, or industry operations is a strong preference
Our Offer to You:
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 encouraging a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment gives to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that encourage innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
The 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, with 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.
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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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