MGR I BUSINESS PROCESS

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Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Procurement Business Process Teams develop and deploy procurement processes, systems, reporting and audits compliance. They drive continuous improvement throughout the procurement function, develop and maintain procurement systems, tools and databases such as vendor master files, e-procurement quotation tool, procurement web page, supplier portal, SharePoint and the like. They conduct regular external benchmarking to stay abreast of procurement best practices, run procurement reports and perform analysis to identify trends, opportunities, threats and needed course correction as well as lead facilitation of procurement training and development.

Responsibilities

Roles & Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Procurement Transformation Senior Manager in the DDN Procurement Team, the Procurement Manager – Supplier Agility and Resilience will be leading the development of and execution of strategies to optimize supplier lead times / MOQs / inventories as well as identify and mitigate supplier risks.
The role requires the ability to effectively collaborate and partner with DDN Business Unit Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering and Operations teams to drive an aligned supplier agility and responsiveness strategy.
Analyse and understand current lead time drivers (vendor sourcing, production, freight etc.).
Identify bottlenecks and lead cross-functional efforts (supplier, logistics, procurement, supply chain) to reduce lead time
Co-develop JIT or consignment or pull-based replenishment models, where applicable
Drive TEOA efforts with suppliers in collaboration with TE teams to identify and execute structural improvements
Provide support for localization efforts in terms of program management, market mapping and governance
Define and negotiate lead time-related Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Ensure contracts include terms that promote flexibility, responsiveness, and visibility
Support the risk resilience program for Upstream and develop mitigation plans with required governance
Develop dual sourcing, safety stock, or expedited freight strategies in collaboration with suppliers
Cultivate and strengthen the TEOA Mindset
Work in accordance with TE processes, values & behaviours

Required Skills and Competency

Minimum Bachelors degree, preferably in engineering related course
MBA is a plus
At least 8 years of experience in a global or regional Procurement and / or Supply Chain role with experience in Industrial electronics / manufacturing (preferred)
Broad commodity knowledge of semi-conductors, PCB, PCBA and electronic components (preferred)
Knowledge of global electronics sourcing
Strong negotiation skills
Strong understanding of role and application of data – analytics – insights
Previous experience with working on initiatives linked to upstream supply chain agility – responsiveness – efficiency – inventory
Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate to people at all levels of the organisation in both commercial and technical roles
Ability to influence others
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong project management skills and ability to multi-task
Ability to work in a matrix environment with multi-cultural teams
Ability to demonstrate strong customer focus and continuous improvement attitude
Ability to form successful working relationships quickly at all levels
Ability to prioritize and manage complexity in a fast-paced environment
Ability to meet demanding deadlines and task prioritization.
Continuous improvement mindset
Fluent in English both written and spoken
Other languages are a plus
Timezone flexibility and ability to travel internationally

Competencies

Motivating Others

Building Effective Teams

Managing and Measuring Work

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

Location:

Bangalore, KA, IN, 560076

City: Bangalore

State: KA

Country/Region: IN

Travel: 10% to 25%

Requisition ID: 136894

Alternative Locations:

Function: Procurement