STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST III

TE Connectivity; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity seeks a Strategic Sourcing Analyst in Penang to enhance supplier management and sourcing strategies. The role involves analyzing supplier requests, negotiating terms, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 10 years of sourcing experience in relevant industries.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in sourcing, preferably in electronics or related industries.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment with multicultural teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze input requests and identify suitable suppliers.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies, including supplier selection and approvals.
• Drive procurement KPIs and manage supplier performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Customer-focused mindset

Proficiency in SAP

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Project management

Fluent English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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 Overview

TE Connectivity's Strategic Sourcing Teams develop and implement multi-year strategies for assigned commodities, suppliers and parts/services to achieve established goals in supplier quality, delivery, price and service. The Strategic Sourcing Analyst will be responsible for supplier identification, sourcing strategy development, cost optimization, and supplier relationship management. This role involves driving procurement efficiencies, ensuring supplier compliance, and supporting business needs across multiple regions, including SEA, India, Mexico, and North America. The analyst will play a key role in material productivity, supplier performance, and contract negotiations while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic sourcing objectives.

Responsibilities

• Analyze input requests and identify suitable suppliers from the approved supplier panel.
• Prepare RFQs, conduct quote analysis, negotiate terms, and manage supplier selection and approvals.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies, including "make or buy" analysis and supplier footprint optimization.
• Ensure accurate PO and info record management, transferring relevant data to SCM.
• Drive key procurement KPIs, including material productivity, lead time performance, and supplier quality.
• Manage material productivity, price negotiations, VA/VE projects, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Optimize supplier pricing, inventory management, and MOQ requirements for production needs.
• Consolidate supplier footprint, introduce new suppliers, and establish supplier agreements.
• Ensure compliance with TE regulations (RoHS, REACH, conflict minerals) and contractual obligations.
• Conduct regular supplier risk assessments and drive corrective actions through QBRs.
• Support ISO compliance, process documentation, and team collaboration on procurement tasks.
  
  

What Your Background Should Look Like

• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: 10+ years in sourcing, with expertise in electronics, stamping, machining, molding, or connector assembly industries.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Customer-focused with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of regional/global supplier base and market trends.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment with multicultural teams.
• Strong project management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Fluent English communication skills at a negotiation level.
• Personal Attributes: Proactive, detail-oriented, accountable, and team player with a strategic mindset.
  

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork