Emerson has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer! Based in Houston, TX (Aldine Westfield location) you will place purchase orders to support the master production schedule and manufacturing with consideration given to price, lot size and lead time requirements. You will communicate with suppliers to expedite materials, provide forecasts, resolve receiving and quality issues and follow up on past due deliveries. **In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:** + Identifying and selecting new suppliers, negotiating pricing and lead times. + Collaborate daily with materials planners, master scheduler, quality control, management staff and corporate personnel. + Create purchase orders and blanket purchase agreements to support production and manufacturing + Responsible for respective new item creations/workflows by updating organization parameters Action receiving issues, outstanding invoices and quality issues timely + Works with the Materials Planning Team to ensure shortages are being expedited to support commitment dates + Work with Engineering personnel as needed in regards to material deviations and material improvements + Resets min/max levels for raw material items based on guidance from the Planning Analyst and Dept. Supervisor or Dept. Manager + Manage respective suppliers’ on-time performance + Investigate and follow up on invoice and packing slip disputes when assistance is requested by accounts payable. Communicate any supplier MRO order discrepancies and work to resolve issues with necessary parties. + Interacts with all levels of plant and corporate personnel including the Strategic Sourcing team on a regular basis + Implement and/or participate in inventory reduction programs + Performs other duties as assigned + Work overtime as required **Who You Are:** + You quickly and decisively take action in fast-changing, unpredictable situations, You Understand that different situations may call for different approaches. You anticipate future trends and implications accurately. **For This Role, You Will Need:** + Associates Degree of Business Administration or related field + Minimum of 2 years job related manufacturing experience + Demonstrated experience in finding sources and negotiating pricing/lead time + Knowledge of computer programs: Microsoft Office + Knowledge of Material Requirements Planning Systems + Experience working with bills of materials + Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship is not available for this position) **Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:** + Bachelor’s degree + Oracle experience **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 flexible, competitive benefits 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 offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. \#LI-CB3 **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.** **Requisition ID** : 26001462 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.