Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Job Overview

• Manages a commodity/category of Direct components. Develops the strategy that optimizes the supply chain of such category for TE benefit, in alignment with Business Unit strategies. Executes the sourcing process, including but not limited to the preparation of RFQ packages, price, T&C’s, contracts (pricing agreements, supply agreements, etc.).
• Develops and sustains robust business relationships with internal customers and external suppliers.
• Sourcing specialist is 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 and executes category 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 extends to the supply base
• Manages data Integrity in SAP related to the field. The ERP system is accurate in regard to Info Records, Source List, and Lead Times
• Develops and/or executes the Should cost analysis.
• Periodic reporting to upper management on objective performance.
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What your background should look like

• Degree /Diploma in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent 
• SAP (or other ERP software) – 1-2 years
• Understanding of MRP, Procurement, Purchasing – 3-5 years
• Planning and experience in Supply Chain Management – 3-5 years 
• Extensive spreadsheet analysis and strong mathematical abilities.  
• Must be detail-oriented and able to communicate with cross-functional teams.
• Able and willing to work necessary hours to meet all project deadlines, and travel when necessary.
• Develop mutually beneficial, respectful, and effective relationships with peers to ensure seamless coordination between departments, maximize synergy, and maintain a shared vision, strategy, and focus.

Competencies