TE Connectivity's Strategic Sourcing Teams develop and implement multi-year strategies for assigned commodities, suppliers and parts/services to achieve established goals in supplier quality, delivery, price and service. They align strategy and execution with cross-functional partners such as engineering, manufacturing, product management and functional owners. They execute the competitive bid, negotiation, contracting processes and/or technical continuous improvement for assigned commodities or services; collaborate across Business Units and cross-regions for optimal TE leverage. Our teams demonstrate a high level of expertise in procurement competencies (business/supply chain acumen, negotiation, sourcing strategy development and execution, global savvy, and project and product lifecycle management) and ensure results are delivered compliant with TE policies and procedures.
Focal point of all supply chain initiatives associated with NPI for assigned product lines. Develop & implement all integrated supply chain activities for New Product Introduction. Work with commodity management to leverage supplier capabilities and improve collaboration among TE and supply base Improve overall service from Procurement to Internal customer e.g. project managers and project core team members. Provide strong support for TE manufacturing plant(s) for NPI. Holds Voice of Customer Sessions with internal customers and utilizes feedback to improve team performance and supply base service. Complete special projects as directed by regional or global management. What your background should look like: 6+ years’ experience in Supply Chain Management or project management or in a Procurement role. Proven Experience in New Product Introduction as a sourcing analyst in a global company is preferred Experience in sourcing electronics components, PCB, PCBA, cable, stamping, molding, diecasting, machining parts is preferred. Education: Bachelor level degree in Business, Supply Chain, Sourcing/ Procurement or related field. Advanced degree a plus. Strong communication skills both written and verbal English. Self-motivated individual with a positive attitude, able to work well with international teams and individuals, not afraid to push for change. Strong analytical skills, comprehensive and logic thinking. Demonstrated negotiation skills. Proficient in MS office suite; advanced Excel, Power point. Lean PD experience is a plus. Previous SAP experience or training a plus. Competencies Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork