STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST II

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. Job Overview Manages a commodity/category of Direct components. Develops the strategy that optimizes the supply chain of such a category for TE benefit, in alignment with Business Unit strategies. Executes the sourcing process, including but not limited to preparing RFQ packages, prices, T&Cs, and contracts (pricing agreements, supply agreements, etc.). Develops and sustains robust business relationships with internal customers and external suppliers. Sourcing specialists are also responsible for representing procurement with cross-functional teams such as engineering, finance, quality, and operations. Job Requirements Drives cost savings on direct purchase components. Conducts Competitive Bids (RFQ packages execution, Negotiation) Builds strong relationships with strategic suppliers to optimize performance. Develops, executes, and categorizes strategies, ensuring alignment with plant and BU objectives Leads and executes the Sourcing Steps Clears the path to issues related to supply disruptions Ensures and promotes adherence to global processes, policies, procedures, and best practices within TE and an extensive supply base Manages data Integrity in SAP related to the field. The ERP system is accurate regarding Info Records, Source List, Lead Times Develops and executes the Should cost analysis. Periodic reporting to upper management on objective performance What your background should look like 5-7 years’ Experience in the field Bachelor’s degree (Business management, finance, or engineering preferred) Knowledge of ERP systems as applicable to planning & purchasing (SAP knowledge is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills (Fluent in the English language) Project management skills/knowledge, beginner to intermediate Negotiation and analytical skills Intermediate to advanced use of MS Office applications, mainly focusing on Excel Solid presentation skills, will be presenting to upper management (Sr. Mgrs. and Directors) Basic to intermediate knowledge of finance and cost analysis to determine component price competitiveness Competencies Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork