SR MGR STRATEGIC SOURCING

Job Overview

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.

What your background should look like:

•At least 8 years of relatable Procurement/Sourcing, Supply Chain or Logistics experience, with at least 3 years of leading related teams in a global structure.
•Proven track record that demonstrates ability to achieve desired results
•Strong people & organizational leadership skills: Person of true convictions; Willing to stand up for those convictions; Able to communication, reinforce and coach/counsel others on those convictions; Unafraid of change / improvement.
•Excellent oral and written communication skills, both in 1-to-1 situations and group settings
•Interpersonal skills that could be described as “firm but fair”; Objective yet compassionate in evaluating performance; Connect all people of the organization to the mission and goals of the organization.
•Ability to prioritize very well and maintain appropriate balance in a fast-paced, heavy-workload environment.
•Sound problem-solving skills in both functional areas of operations and interpersonal relationship management.
•Bachelors degree in a technical or business discipline
•Graduate degree in business (i.e. MBA) is highly desired but not a requirement
•Work Location: Remote
•Travel Requirements: Up to 20% (domestic and international).
•Fluent in English

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