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 in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or related engineering discipline.
2-3 years' experience in Supply Chain Management/Procurement
Previous SAP experience required
Fluent English. Strong communication skills both written and verbal required
Proven experience managing commodities and materials related
Demonstrated leadership of a commodity, project team or direct reports is preferred
Demonstrated experience handling transferring of production process
Able to work well with international teams and individuals
Strong analytical skills. Ability to analyze complex financial documentation and RFP submissions and make detailed reports and recommendations to management
Negotiation skills
Organized and able to meet critical deadlines
Ability for periodic travel required
Proficient in MS office suite; advanced Excel, Power point
**Competencies**:
- Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork