Job Overview

This is a remote role

TE Connectivity (NYSE:TEL) is a $18+ billion global industrial technology leader incorporated in Galway, Ireland, with its U.S. corporate headquarters in Berwyn, Pennsylvania. TE Connectivity designs and manufactures connectivity and sensor solutions that are essential in increasingly connected and electrified environments across a broad range of industries. On June 29, 2007, Tyco International separated into three independent publicly traded companies, including Tyco Electronics Ltd. On March 10, 2011, Tyco Electronics Ltd. was renamed TE Connectivity to better reflect its focus on connectivity and sensor solutions.

 
TE Connectivity employs approximately 93,000 people globally and serves customers in roughly 130 countries. The company operates through two primary segments: Industrial Solutions and Transportation Solutions.

 
§    The Industrial Solutions segment is a leading supplier of products that connect and distribute power, data, and signals. Its products are used in the digital data networks; automation and connected living; aerospace, defense, and marine; energy; and medical markets.
§    The Transportation Solutions segment is a leader in connectivity and sensor technologies. Its products, which must withstand harsh conditions, are used in the automotive, commercial transportation, and sensors markets.

 
Within the Industrial Solutions segment, TE Connectivity's Automation & Connected Living (ACL) sector is at the forefront of enabling the intelligent, connected world of tomorrow. ACL delivers innovative connectivity and sensor solutions that power smart appliances, HVAC systems, home automation, building technologies, and consumer devices. As the demand for smarter, more energy-efficient, and seamlessly connected living environments accelerates, ACL plays a critical role in shaping how people interact with the spaces and technologies around them.

 
With a global footprint and deep engineering expertise, the ACL sector partners with leading manufacturers and technology innovators to bring reliable, high-performance solutions from concept to market.
 

The Senior Manager, ACL TEOA Operations is responsible for leading the deployment, sustainment, and advancement of the TEOA Business System across the Automation & Connected Living Sector. The role partners with sector and business unit Operations leaders to strengthen operating mechanisms, accelerate Lean transformation, build continuous improvement capability, and improve execution discipline across a global, highly matrixed organization.

This leader translates business and operational priorities into scalable TEOA roadmaps, standards, coaching, and governance. The role drives alignment and sustainable results through influence, structured problem solving, and strong partnerships across functions, businesses, and regions.

Job Requirements

TEOA Business System Leadership
•    Lead the deployment, sustainment, and continuous advancement of the TEOA Business System across ACL Operations.
•    Develop and support execution of sector and business unit continuous improvement roadmaps aligned with strategic and operational priorities.
•    Assess TEOA and operational excellence maturity, identify gaps, and partner with leaders to establish practical improvement plans and interventions.
•    Drive consistent use of TEOA playbooks, standards, Lean methodologies, visual management, and problem-solving disciplines.
•    Facilitate cross-business and cross-enterprise sharing and adoption of proven practices.

Strategy and Transformation
•    Partner with ACL Operations leadership to strengthen the sector Management Operating System and sector-to-business-unit interlocks.
•    Support development and execution of a comprehensive TEOA transformation roadmap for sector and business unit Operations organizations.
•    Provide fact-based insights and recommendations to improve alignment across strategy, execution, and organizational capability.
•    Lead and support complex, cross-functional transformation initiatives that improve organizational effectiveness and enable sustainable operational performance.
•    Support enterprise transformation priorities by capturing lessons learned, identifying implementation gaps, and recommending improvements.

Execution and Governance
•    Partner with Operations leaders to implement and improve standard work, operating cadence, and tiered accountability.
•    Monitor progress against annual TEOA goals and facilitate corrective actions or targeted interventions when needed.
•    Coach business units and focus sites in establishing deployment roadmaps and advancing toward targeted TEOA maturity levels.
•    Partner with Operations functions, including Supply Chain, Procurement, Safety, and Manufacturing, to strengthen TEOA practices and execution.
•    Establish clear governance, measures, and review mechanisms that reinforce accountability and sustain improvements.

Talent and Capability Building
•    Develop and deploy a TEOA Business System training and capability-building plan that strengthens leaders' ability to lead Lean and scale continuous improvement.
•    Assess TEOA capability across the Operations organization and identify opportunities to strengthen the talent pipeline and organizational readiness.
•    Coach senior leaders, managers, and individual contributors in TEOA principles, Lean leadership, and structured problem solving.
•    Build a connected network of TEOA and continuous improvement practitioners across ACL and the broader enterprise.
•    Provide relevant capability and talent insights to support leadership development and organizational talent discussions.

Leadership and Influence
•    Operate as a trusted advisor to senior Operations leaders on TEOA deployment, transformation, and organizational effectiveness.
•    Create alignment and followership across geographic, functional, and business boundaries without relying on direct authority.
•    Set a strong pace, reinforce accountability, and communicate a clear vision and priorities across the organization.
•    Navigate ambiguity and competing priorities while maintaining focus on sustainable business outcomes.

What your background should look like

Required
•    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
•    Progressive experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean transformation, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Operations, or a related discipline.
•    Demonstrated success developing and gaining organizational alignment on significant cross-functional transformation plans.
•    Deep knowledge of Lean principles and tools, with demonstrated experience using them to drive transformation and measurable results.
•    Experience implementing effective operating cadence, standard work, and tiered accountability models.
•    Proven ability to deliver results at scale by building organizational capability and expanding Lean programs across a complex organization.
•    Strong analytical, synthesis, problem-solving, and executive communication skills.
•    Experience leading and influencing in a global, cross-cultural, highly matrixed environment.
•    Proven ability to coach senior leaders and develop continuous improvement talent at manager and individual contributor levels.

Preferred
•    Multi-regional or international leadership experience.
•    Experience leading Lean or continuous improvement across multiple business units, sites, or functions.
•    Professional certification or advanced training in Lean, Six Sigma, TEOA, or a comparable business system.
•    Demonstrated enterprise leadership and contribution beyond the immediate area of responsibility.

Key Leadership Capabilities
•    Strategic thinking and transformation leadership
•    Business and operational acumen
•    Executive presence and communication
•    Influence without authority
•    Accountability and results orientation
•    Organizational capability building and coaching
•    Change leadership and stakeholder alignment
•    Comfort with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment

Role Success Profile
Success in this role requires a leader who can connect strategy, execution, and talent; establish sustainable operating mechanisms; scale Lean capability; and create organizational followership for TEOA transformation across ACL.