Job Overview

The Supplier Development Manager role is responsible for Managing and Developing strategies, actions and metrics associated with the performance improvement of direct material suppliers and development of strategic suppliers. The position focuses on Supplier Delivery, Quality, and Inventory Performance improvements. It is a position to build relationships with the Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing and Operations organizations by leading its team in meeting our customers’ needs.

Position is remote: Must be located in the United States

Please note: This position may involve working with technical data, technology, software/source code, hardware, or other items (collectively “items) subject to U.S. and non-U.S. export control laws and regulations.  Under these regulations, it may be necessary for TE to verify a candidate’s national origin and/or citizenship status to determine whether a U.S. or other government export license is required prior to releasing its technologies to the candidate.  If TE determines that TE will require a license or will be prohibited by applicable laws from providing the candidate with items necessary for the performance of this position, then TE expressly reserves the right to either a) make an offer of employment contingent upon TE receiving required export licenses from the appropriate government agency, b) consider the candidate for a different position that is not subject to such restrictions, on whatever terms and conditions TE shall establish in its sole discretion, or c) decline to move forward with the candidate’s application.

Job Requirements

As Supplier Development Manager your responsibilities would include but are not limited to the following:

• Manage and develop strategies to improve Supplier Performance
• Collaborating closely with key suppliers to achieve the following supplier results:
• Process control and Quality system improvement
• Delivery performance and Lead time improvement
• Cost reduction and Productivity improvement
• Supply Chain effectiveness improvement and optimization
• Capacity increases
• Responsible for coaching its team in assessing supplier capabilities to ensure supplier can reach level of performance and capacity required to meet our business needs
• Assure compliance to business procedures and team accountability
• Work with Operations and Business support teams to obtain resources that will support the Supplier Performance team strategy

• This position will teach suppliers and team members on how to work with TE TEOA Tools (Supplier Portal, TE procedures, DPA & DLT, Problem Solving Tools, etc.)

• Ensure Monthly performance reviews and Quarterly business reviews processes are sustained
• Work as support/coach for various TE manufacturing sites, focusing on improving supplied material availability and inventory optimization
• Track and communicate key supplier performance metrics

What your background should look like

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Operations or other related disciplines
• 12+ years of Supplier Development experience
• Motivated individual with the ability to learn quickly and work in a self-directed work environment with minimal supervision
• Experienced in leading and developing a group of direct reports
• Ability to take ownership of actions and lead to closure. Strong project management skills
• A clear communicator who can speak and present confidently to a diverse audience, including senior management
• Technically competent to interface with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Materials, Supply / Demand Management as well as all levels within the Supplier’s organization
• Fluent in English; reading, writing, and speaking.
• Proficient with MS-Office and SAP products
• Experience with Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Development or Supply Chain fields
• Practical Problem Solving, 8D, 5 why, Fishbone experience
• Willingness to travel and interact proactively with TE manufacturing sites and suppliers (+50%)

Preferred Experience

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (APICS) is a plus
• Certified AS9100 Auditor or similar QMS. Understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Production Part Approval Process is a plus
• French or Spanish are a plus

Competencies