We have a great opportunity located at our corporate headquarters in Clayton, Ohio. Emerson eagerly seeks a dynamic Global Business Services (GBS) Planning and Strategy Director who drives strong financial, operational leadership and project management to support the overall GBS business strategy initiative. This role bridges strategy development, operations and finance, as well as helping the GBS organization make strategic decisions that drive efficiency and effectiveness. This role will allow you to build and influence across the organization. Ready to make your mark and embark on an exciting journey with us? We can't wait to hear from you! **In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:** + Collaborating with the GBS leadership to define strategic goals and develop long-term business plans that drive the GBS organization’s operational effectiveness. + Developing, monitor, and collaborate with leadership in establishing its strategic direction and objectives and builds long-term strategic and business development plans. + Developing and analyze GBS operational data and key performance indicators (critical metrics) against strategic objectives and operational perfection to identify inefficiencies and report the findings to GBS leadership. + Supporting the development of recommendations and approaches for strategic and operational improvements. + Identifying and review industry and market trends; analyze and apply this information in development of strategies. + May assess metrics to gauge the success of new strategies. + Reviewing Enterprise and GBS governance, balanced score card performance, and help develop programs and analysis to support the business planning cycle. + Align financial performance and budgets across the GBS sites to drive effective financial analysis and forecasting. + Organizing team and collaborator meetings, including meeting agendas, materials, development of content, capturing meeting minutes, actions and decisions. + Following up on assigned tasks and ensure accountability among partners. + Managing projects related to pivotal initiatives and actions within the GBS organization including project timelines, deliverables and resource coordination. + Other duties as assigned. **Who You Are:** You apply knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals. You make sense of sophisticated, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively address problems. You plan and prioritize your work to meet commitments aligned with the organizational goals. You develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey with a clear understanding of outstanding unique needs of the different audiences. You know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done with a focus on continuous improvement. You anticipate and balance the needs of multiple collaborators. You see ahead to the future possibilities and translate them into breakthrough strategies. **For This Role, You Will Need:** + Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, or a related field + Relevant years of experience in strategic planning, operations, and finance with also experience in strategic management commensurate with the level of the position. + Strong proficiency in financial modeling and tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). + Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. + Experience working with senior executives and cross-functional teams. + Experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment is a plus. + Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. **Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:** + 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, operations, and finance with at least 5 years in strategic management + MBA or equivalent preferred. + 5 years in strategic management **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. **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. \#LI-PL1 **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** : 25022562 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.