[Hiring] Vice President @Emerson

Role Description

By joining Emerson as a Vice President United Kingdom & Ireland (UK&I), you will have a substantial and impactful role to develop and implement our strategic direction across our business in UK&I. In this position, you will provide strategic direction, inspire and empower teams and demonstrate strong leadership to ensure the business meets and exceeds agreed targets whilst strengthening its position in the market. This role will champion innovation, employee engagement, sustainability and an uncompromising commitment to safety. You will foster a high-performance culture where physical and psychological safety, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement are fundamental to how we work.

Operating within a matrix environment and reporting directly to the Europe President, you will work closely with Business Unit and functional leadership teams to align priorities, optimise resources and accelerate sustainable growth through our One Emerson approach.

If you are passionately motivated to make a difference and deliver outstanding results in collaborating and supporting all UK&I-based business groups to continue driving our One Emerson initiative and presence in the marketplace, then join the team in region!

Responsibilities

• Strategy and Growth:
  • Own and advance the UK&I business vision, ‘Protect the Core. Build the Future’, translating it into a long-term growth strategy, measurable priorities and disciplined execution.
  • Develop and execute strategic growth plans that strengthen Emerson’s market position and enhance customer loyalty.
  • Anticipate changing market dynamics and respond with speed and agility by adapting business strategies.
• Business Performance and Revenue Operations:
  • Deliver financial targets for orders, sales, gross profit and SG&A.
  • Establish and drive sales objectives across all Business Units in coordination with European management.
  • Establish a disciplined performance management rhythm, leveraging data-driven insights.
  • Develop and optimise direct and indirect sales channels to enhance market coverage.
  • Guide country sales and marketing activities to capitalise on growth opportunities.
• Organisational Effectiveness and Innovation:
  • Continuously assess and transform the organisation’s structure and capabilities.
  • Champion innovation and continuous improvement, encouraging new ideas.
  • Drive operational excellence and a consistent customer experience across Business Units.
  • Ensure compliance with Emerson’s Corporate Governance and promote responsible business practices.
• People, Culture and Safety:
  • Champion a strong safety-first culture, demonstrating visible leadership.
  • Foster a high-performing and psychologically safe culture built on trust and collaboration.
  • Build, develop and retain a diverse and capable team.
  • Set clear performance expectations and inspire excellence at every level.
  • Drive employee engagement through visible leadership and open communication.
• Customer Relationships and One Emerson Leadership:
  • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with senior executives at key customers.
  • Champion the One Emerson approach by fostering collaboration across Business Units.
  • Actively participate in the European Leadership Team, contributing to regional strategy.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc Degree or equivalent through experience (with concentration in Business, Engineering, or Finance preferred).
• Appropriate experience in Sales Management, with relevant industry and business knowledge.
• Good understanding of key financial / management data.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in English.
• Openness to travel extensively throughout the region and occasionally to other European countries.

Preferred Qualifications

• A confirmed background in instrumentation / process control.

Company Description

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 inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

• We’re emphasizing a culture of togetherness – one that builds community, prioritizes collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Our global volunteer employee resource groups will empower you to connect with peers that share the same interest.
• We understand the importance of work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional needs.