Hybrid Global Operations Director

at Emerson

• Job title: Global Operations Director
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Novi, United States

About the role

• Global Operations Director responsible for shaping strategies driving operational excellence. Leading multi-region operations while enhancing scalable processes across a global organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global operational strategies that align with business goals and support sustainable growth.
• Lead daily operations across multiple regions, ensuring consistent performance, efficiency, and operational excellence.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and other process optimization frameworks.
• Define, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner closely with leaders in Sales, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, and other functions to ensure seamless execution of business initiatives.
• Oversee global supply chain and logistics strategy to optimize cost, service levels, and delivery performance.
• Ensure compliance with international regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Lead, develop, and support a high-performing global operations team, promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous development.
• Anticipate and mitigate operational risks while strengthening business continuity plans.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control processes for global operations.
• Champion digital transformation and technology adoption to enhance data-driven decision-making.
• Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, and customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a global or multi-regional role.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management, manufacturing and logistics.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed (25–40%).
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.