If you are a Strategic Planner professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Marshalltown, IA location, the Strategic Planner is a key leadership role responsible for guiding and leading all aspects of the development, implementation, and management of the organization's critical initiatives. Based in our Marshalltown, Iowa location, you will support the Emerson Management Process through collaboration with executive leadership, department heads, and cross-functional teams to define and implement strategies that drive growth, innovation, and operational excellence. As a Strategic Planner, you will play a critical role in shaping the organization's long-term vision and ensuring alignment between strategic goals and day-to-day operations.  

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Provide Strategic Vision and Leadership:
•   Lead the formulation of the organization's overall strategic plan, ensuring it aligns with the company's mission, values, and market dynamics.
•   Collaborate with the executive team to develop clear strategic objectives, long-term goals, and actionable plans for business growth and development.
•   Support the research and preparation of presentations for Emerson planning functions, including President's Council, Profit Review, and Value Creation Conference.

Conduct Market Analysis and Opportunity Assessment:
•   Conduct thorough market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend evaluation to identify emerging opportunities and potential risks.
•   Gather and organize internal and external data on Flow Controls markets, world areas, business units, and operations.
•   Systematically track and analyze Fisher product markets, industry, and world area market activity. 
•   Provide insights and recommendations based on market analysis to guide strategic decision-making and to solidify long term business direction and strategy.

Drive Strategic Initiatives Development:
•   Work closely with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, design, and implement critical initiatives that support the achievement of organizational goals.

Cultivate Collaboration and Communication:
•   Foster collaboration across departments to ensure alignment and coordination in working strategic plans and supporting the Emerson Management Process.
•   Plan and lead preparation efforts for Profit Review, Presidents’ Council, and Value Creation Conference.
•   Communicate the strategic vision and objectives to various collaborators, fostering a shared understanding and commitment to the organization's direction.

Change Management and Adaptation:
•   Anticipate and address potential roadblocks or obstacles to successful strategy implementation.
•   Facilitate change management efforts to ensure seamless integration of new strategies and initiatives.

Resource Allocation:
•   Prioritize projects based on their strategic importance and potential impact on the organization's goals.

Who You Are:  You facilitate an open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and collaborators.  You create and implement plans that allocate resources precisely.  You instill and sustain organization-wide energy to show what is possible. You transform financial information into business intelligence through analysis and integration of 
quantitative and qualitative information. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization. 

For this Role, You Will Need: 
•   Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Marketing or related degree 
•   5+ years of experience with business analysis, marketing analysis, forecasting or work in a strategic planning function
 

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart: 
•   MBA 
•   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable strategies
•   Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization
•   Ability to network in a multi-tiered global organization to gather information required
•   General technical and Fisher product knowledge to enable reliable market assessments
•   General knowledge of financial reporting parameters and operational indicators 
 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have 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 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 fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. 

This 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. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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