Software and Shared Services Leader

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: • Cross-Functional Leadership • Lead multidisciplinary teams across engineering/software teams, project management, supply chain, product certification etc. • Facilitate alignment between multidisciplinary teams, local leadership and global product group teams to ensure cohesive execution of project and business goals. • Serve as a central point of contact and facilitate decision making across teams • Process & Quality Improvement • Continuous improvement and development of processes and tools for productivity improvement and quality assurance • Support a culture of innovation by continuously exploring opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and timeliness through AI-enabled solutions. • Talent Developing  • Build an inclusive and encouraging environment for employees within the organization. • Develop and implement strategies towards talent development and aligning to the vision of global product group • Identify and implement plans for technical competency development at EICP • Attract, develop, appraise, and retain qualified and skilled talent. • Motivate, empower, and develop the team • Actively participate in and implement the group level resource planning process • Develop and manage budget to fund yearly operations and infrastructure, talent development • Other responsibilities or tasks that are within your skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. The business reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments in line with business requirements. Who You Are: You communicate with clarity and impact, delivering messages in a concise and compelling manner while actively listening and checking for understanding. You tailor your communication style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders and articulate ideas in ways that are broadly understandable. You encourage and model the expression of diverse perspectives, fostering open and inclusive dialogue. You approach difficult issues with optimism and confidence, sharing sensitive or unpopular viewpoints in a motivating and respectful way. You’re honest and transparent, letting people know where they stand and willingly stepping up to lead challenging assignments. You view talent development as a strategic priority, consistently using various methods to support others' growth. You will stay alert for developmental opportunities across teams and clearly communicate the value of stretch assignments. You create a motivating work environment by understanding what drives each individual, giving them the autonomy to succeed, and inviting their input. You earn trust easily by honoring commitments, keeping confidence, and expressing yourself with integrity and credibility. Even in uncertain situations, you will make high-quality decisions by seeking relevant input, separating facts from opinions, and demonstrating sound judgment that others respect. For This Role, You Will Need: • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering • 8+ years of experience in leadership (including engineering, project management, cross functional team management) • Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams or programs. • Strong understanding of product lifecycle, systems thinking, and organizational dynamics. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart: • Experience leading and executing engineering project teams that develop new products • Experience with Stage gated development processes • Experience with Agile Product Development, e.g., SCRUM, TDD, XP • Knowledge and experience of New Product Development staged gate processes • Experience in high-growth, product-driven companies. • Experience working with remote or globally distributed teams 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 competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, 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.