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SR MGR STRATEGIC SOURCING

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

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Job Overview

TE Connectivity (TE) is a leading global provider of highly engineered connectors and sensors with sales of $ 15.83 billion to customers in more than 150 countries. We design, manufacture and market products for customers in a broad array of industries including automotive; consumer electronics; telecommunications; aerospace; defense & military; medical & healthcare; oil & gas/marine; and energy & utilities. With 80,000 associates including 8,000 engineers and worldwide manufacturing, sales and customer service capabilities, TE Connectivity’s commitment is their customers’ advantage. TE Connectivity is an independent publicly traded company whose common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “TEL.

The Senior Manager, Strategic Procurement for TEIS and Corporate Services is a pivotal role within the Global Indirect Procurement team, responsible for driving the strategic sourcing vision for IT and Corporate Services Commodities, including software, hardware, telecommunications, marketing, travel, consultancy, and insurance. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who can translate market intelligence into actionable strategies, challenge the status quo, and drive significant value creation across a $320 million annual spend.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Vision and Market Benchmarking: Lead the development of a comprehensive strategic roadmap for IT and Corporate Services sourcing. Leverage deep market intelligence to benchmark against industry leaders and identify opportunities for innovation and cost optimization.

• Contract Analysis and Management: Critically assess the current and future state of work (SOW), service level agreements (SLAs) and NDA’s for key contracts. Drive improvements by negotiating terms that reflect best practices and future business needs, ensuring that all contracts align with TE’s strategic objectives and deliver maximum value.

• Stakeholder Collaboration and Influence: Partner with senior leadership across TE to define strategic priorities, ensuring that procurement strategies are aligned with broader business goals. Act as a trusted advisor who provides insights on market trends, potential risks, and opportunities for competitive advantage.

• Vendor Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with key suppliers, focusing on long-term partnerships that drive continuous improvement and innovation. Conduct regular business reviews to ensure alignment with TE’s expectations and to address any performance issues proactively.

• Team Leadership and Development: Build and lead a high-performing team of procurement professionals. Mentor and coach team members to enhance their strategic sourcing capabilities, ensuring that they are equipped to support TE’s ambitious growth objectives.

• Operational Excellence: Implement and oversee rigorous procurement processes that ensure transparency, accountability, and efficiency. Utilize advanced procurement tools and analytics to drive decision-making and measure success against key performance indicators (KPIs).

What your background should look like:

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, IT Procurement, Finance, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) are a plus.

Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management, with a focus on IT and Corporate Services. Demonstrated success in leading global procurement teams and managing large, complex spend categories.

Skills and Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think holistically and drive long-term procurement strategies that align with business objectives.

• Analytical Expertise: Proficient in analyzing complex financial data, market trends, and supplier performance metrics to inform sourcing decisions.

• Negotiation Mastery: Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of achieving favorable contract terms and cost savings.

• Leadership: Inspirational leader with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization and drive cultural change.

• Communication / Dealing with ambiguity : Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively.

• Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the IT and Corporate Services market, including key suppliers, emerging technologies, and evolving industry practices.

• Technology Proficiency: Advanced skills in procurement software, contract management tools, and analytics platforms.

• Key Competencies

• Market Intelligence and Strategic Sourcing

• Contractual and Legal Acumen

• Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Stakeholder and Supplier Engagement

• Leadership and Team Development

Competencies

Managing and Measuring Work

Motivating Others

Building Effective Teams

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries. TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/te-connectivity/) ,Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/teconnectivity/) ,WeChat, (http://www.te.com.cn/chn-zh/policies-agreements/wechat.html) Instagram andX (formerly Twitter). (https://twitter.com/TEConnectivity)

COMPENSATION

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $139,360 -$209,040 (subject to change dependent on physical location)

• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.

• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

Location:

Berwyn, PA, US, 19312

City: Berwyn

State: PA

Country/Region: US

Travel: 10% to 25%

Requisition ID: 124036

Alternative Locations:

Function: Procurement

TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.