STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST III

Strategic Sourcing Analyst III

TE Connectivity in Berwyn, PA is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Analyst. Responsible for identifying, analyzing, and developing project plans, actions and metrics associated with the performance improvement with a select group of suppliers. Focus on Supplier Delivery, Quality and Inventory Performance improvements. Build relationships with the Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing and Operations organizations to become an invested team member to meet customers' needs. Responsible for assessing supplier capabilities to ensure supplier is able to reach the level of performance, capability and capacity required to meet our business needs. Work with the assigned SQE to help identify and resolve any quality issues with targeted supplier. Teach suppliers on how to work with TE TEOA Tools (Supplier Portal access, TE procedures, DPA & DLT, Standard Tools, etc.). Coach new team members on how to work within TE guidelines (portal access, e-procurement tool usage, TE procedures, etc.). Work with Commodity Managers and Strategic Sourcing Specialists to manage supplier relationship within Monthly performance reviews and Quarterly business reviews. Work as support for various TE manufacturing sites, focusing on how supplied material impacts the business unit strategy in terms of availability and inventory. Monitor and communicate key supplier performance metrics. Engage with Sourcing and Development teams to plan and execute Supplier Town Hall meeting. Requires 50% domestic / international travel. Telecommuting permitted.

Requirements :

Master's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Integrated Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field (or foreign equivalent), plus 3 years of experience in the job offered, or in a related occupation.

Special Requirements :

Requires 3 years of experience with the following :

• Experience or advanced knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and use of PDCA problem solving tools.
• Quality Engineering / NPI Engineering, IATF16949 automotive environment, or similarly regulated industries.
• Working experience in IATF16949 tools especially APQP, Root Cause Analysis, and 8-D problem solving techniques.
• Working knowledge of SPC, Capability Analysis, and Statistical Techniques.
• Ability to understand and interpret prints of plastic parts, assemblies, and systems.
• Proficiency with data analysis and data visualization.

Requires 50% domestic / international travel. Telecommuting permitted. May require employment and background checks.

Location : Berwyn, PA, US, 19312