Manages a commodity/category of Direct components. Develops the strategy that optimizes the supply chain of such a category for TE benefit, in alignment with Business Unit strategies. Executes the sourcing process, including but not limited to preparing RFQ packages, prices, T&Cs, and contracts (pricing agreements, supply agreements, etc.). Develops and sustains robust business relationships with internal customers and external suppliers. Sourcing specialists are 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, executes, and categorizes 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 an extensive supply base
• Manages data Integrity in SAP related to the field. The ERP system is accurate regarding Info Records, Source List, Lead Times
• Develops and executes the Should cost analysis.
• Periodic reporting to upper management on objective performance

What your background should look like

• 5-7 years’ Experience in the field
• Bachelor’s degree (Business management, finance, or engineering preferred)
• Knowledge of ERP systems as applicable to planning & purchasing (SAP knowledge is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (Fluent in the English language)
• Project management skills/knowledge, beginner to intermediate
• Negotiation and analytical skills
• Intermediate to advanced use of MS Office applications, mainly focusing on Excel
• Solid presentation skills, will be presenting to upper management (Sr. Mgrs. and Directors)
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of finance and cost analysis to determine component price competitiveness

Competencies