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Main Target Summary
The main target of the Electronics Advanced Sourcing Analyst is to support the development and implementation of aligned New Product Introduction (NPI) strategic sourcing strategies enterprise wide across Electronics, Cables & PCB/PCBA. The person aligns strategy and execution with cross-functional partners such as engineering, product management and NPI procurement.
Provide key input to the preferred supplier list for electronics, cables, & PCB/PCBA that ensures a technical and commercial advantage for TE. Ensure NPI sourcing from the PSL.
Align TE and preferred supplier technology roadmaps and ensure TE has a competitive, capable, and reliable supplier base to support these roadmaps.
Lead the implementation of Scope 3 sustainability efforts at the NPI stage across Electronics, Cables, and PCB/PCBA.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Advanced Sourcing Manager of Electronics & Cable in the Corporate Procurement Team, the Advanced Sourcing Analyst will be driving the development of, and execution of, the strategic sourcing of electronics, cables & PCB/PCBA for New Product Introduction (NPI), enterprise wide across TE.

The role requires the ability to effectively collaborate and partner with Business Unit engineering, product management and procurement teams to drive an aligned advanced sourcing strategy for electronics, cables & PCB/PCBA on NPI that ensures a technical and commercial advantage for TE.

61 Provide key input and help to develop the global preferred supplier list for Electronics, Cables & PCB/PCBA, and collaborate with the global category leaders to ensure alignment
61 Ensure preferred supplier alignment with BU engineering and NPI procurement teams, and ensure preferred supplier selection for all NPI programs
61 Understand supplier technology roadmaps and identify new technologies that could bring a technical and/or competitive advantage to TE
61 Align TE and preferred supplier technology roadmaps
61 Understand TE BU technology roadmaps and ensure TE has a competitive, capable, and reliable supplier base to support these roadmaps
61 Negotiate NPI component pricing and commercial terms
61 Secure material availability for sample, pilot, pre-production and ramp production schedules
61 Initiate and implement Scope 3 Sustainability efforts with key strategic partners in Electronics, Cables & PCB/PCBA
61 Primary interface and liaison to TE Asia Pacific Business Units
61 Represent procurement in Project Approval Committee meetings
61 Ensure suppliers meet TE regulatory and legal requirements
61 Drive multi-source options on NPI product selection
61 Assist efforts to support the VA/VE pipeline
61 TEOA Mindset
61 Work in accordance with TE processes, values & behaviours
3 Requirements for a typical Job Holder / Applicant
Educational Degree 83 Minimum Bachelors degree, preferably in engineering related course
83 MBA is a plus
Professional Experience (years in what processes and functions would be ideal)
83 At least 5 years of experience in a global electronics company in a global strategic sourcing role and/or New Product Introduction sourcing role
83 Broad commodity knowledge of semi-conductors, PCB, PCBA and electronic components
83 Experience in an engineering and/or technical field application role would be of benefit
Special Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills
83 Broad knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, especially Semi-Conductors, Passive components, Cables, & PCB/PCBA
83 Knowledge of New Product Introduction gate stage processes
83 Knowledge of global electronics & cables sourcing
83 Strong negotiation skills
83 Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate to people at all levels of the organization in both commercial and technical roles
83 Ability to influence others
83 Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
83 Strong project management skills and ability to multi-task
83 Ability to work in a matrix environment with multi-cultural teams
83 Ability to demonstrate strong customer focus and continuous improvement attitude
83 Ability to form successful working relationships quickly at all levels
83 Ability to prioritize and manage complexity in a fast-paced environment
83 Ability to meet demanding deadlines and task prioritization
83 Continuous improvement mindset
83 Fluent in English both written and spoken
83 Other languages are a plus
83 Time zone flexibility and ability to travel internationally