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:Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.5-7 years of purchasing, supply chain, Procurement Project or Project Buyer experience.At least 2-3 years as Strategic Sourcer.Sourcing Supplier strategy experience.Electronics Industry experience.Automotive industry experience (desirable).Must have experience in stamped products.Strong analytical & negotiation skills.Strategic mindset with strong communication and intercultural skills, ability to adapt and work with team members in various countries/cultures.Able to negotiate with key internal stakeholders as well as management team.Advanced knowledge in the use of MS Office applications, i.E. Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with MS Project as well as SharePoint is a plus.SAP knowledge is a plus.Travel up to 25% of time, some international travel involved.#LI-Remote Travel: 50%-75%CompetenciesValues: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork#J-18808-Ljbffr