STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST III

TE Connectivity; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Analyst III in Bangalore, India. This role focuses on developing and executing sourcing strategies for New Product Development (NPD) initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in sourcing, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of supply chain dynamics. Responsibilities include managing vendor relationships, driving sourcing efficiency, and supporting cross-functional teams. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience in NPD Sourcing or project management.
• Proven experience as a sourcing analyst in a global company.
• Experience in sourcing mechanical and electronic components.

Responsibilities

• Support commodity strategy development for procurement.
• Drive NPD supply chain initiatives and manage vendor costs.
• Ensure timely execution of project requirements and sourcing activities.

Skills

NPD Sourcing experience

Project management

Sourcing mechanical components

Technical understanding of electronics

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Sourcing/Procurement

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

SAP

Job description

STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST III

Posting Start Date: 3/2/26

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

Job Description:

Job Overview

Supports the development and execution of commodity strategy for the procurement team and drives the leading indicators like savings pipeline.

Job Requirements

The NPD (New Product Development) Strategic Sourcing Analyst will focus on the following initiatives:

• Focal point of all supply chain initiatives associated with NPD for assigned product lines.
• Develop & implement all integrated supply chain activities for New Product Introduction.
  • Fully understand new project background information, including project footprint plan, project commercial information in terms of sample/ramp up/MP schedule and cost target, BOM components technical requirement and etc.
  • Develop strategic vision for supply base at conception phase of new products.
  • Improve time to market including quotation and sampling activities, driving material standardization,
  • Arrange RFQ, analyze and organize SSR meeting to award business based on cost, lead time, core competency, and location.
  • Ensure vendor quoted costs meet BOM cost Landing Zone targets. Work with commodity management team and should cost team to achieve the target.
  • Design first-time-right supply chains for new products / platforms during development phase
  • Promote Dual Source and Localization in new project phase.
• Work with commodity management to leverage supplier capabilities and improve collaboration among TE and supply base
• Improve overall service from Procurement to Internal customer e.g. project managers and project core team members.
• Provide strong support for TE manufacturing plant(s) for NPI.
• Holds Voice of Customer Sessions with internal customers and utilizes feedback to improve team performance and supply base service.
• Complete special projects as directed by regional or global management.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• 6+ years’ experience in NPD Sourcing or project management role.
• Proven Experience in New Product Introduction as a sourcing analyst in a global company is preferred.
• Experience in sourcing mechanical components such as stamping, molding, diecasting, machining, and electronics components such as PCB, PCBA, cable. Technical understanding of these commodities is required.
• Education: Bachelor level degree in Business, Supply Chain, Sourcing/ Procurement or related field. Advanced degree a plus.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal English.
• Self-motivated individual with a positive attitude, able to work well with international teams and individuals.
• Strong analytical skills, comprehensive and logic thinking.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Proficient in MS office suite; advanced Excel, Power point.
• Lean PD experience is a plus.
• Previous SAP experience or training a plus.

What your background should look like

Generally requires Bachelors degree in appropriate field with a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional level experience; Masters degree or higher or local equivalent may be preferred at this level

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

Job Locations:

• 88P, Sahasra Shree
• Bangalore, Karnātaka 560066
• India

Posting City: Bangalore

Job Country: India

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Requisition ID: 147610

Workplace Type: External Careers Page: 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.