Global Optical Sourcing & Procurement Leader

TE Connectivity; Town of Webster (NY); On-site; USD 131,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity seeks a senior leader for the Global Optical Components Category Strategy Sourcing role in Rochester, NY. The candidate will develop global optical commodity strategies, collaborate with Engineering, Operations and Quality, and drive cost, quality, and delivery improvements.

The position requires 10+ years in global or regional sourcing, 5+ years of people management, and deep optical commodities experience. Will travel and periodically visit the Rochester plant as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
• Engineering background strongly preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a global or regional commodity role within a multinational company
• At least 5 years of people management experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience with optical-related commodities
• Proven experience working with suppliers across the Asia Pacific/ US and global regions

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global optical commodity strategies aligned with business objectives
• Monitor global market trends, supply-demand dynamics, and geopolitical risks
• Identify and mitigate risks related to supply continuity, pricing volatility, and capacity constraints
• Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations
• Optimize the supplier base to improve cost, quality, delivery, and scalability
• Lead quarterly supplier scorecard reviews and performance improvement initiatives
• Identify underperforming suppliers, assess risks, and implement corrective action plans
• Strengthen long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through should cost analysis, market benchmarking, and negotiations
• Partner with Engineering to lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives
• Improve procurement efficiency while supporting business growth and technology roadmaps
• Lead and support RFQs for NPI programs
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts to achieve KPIs, including cost savings, lead time reduction, MOQ optimization, dual sourcing and localization
• Support successful NPI execution, ensuring supply readiness and supplier alignment
• Accelerate decision-making and adaptability in a fast-changing optical technology landscape
• Enable localization strategies and global expansion initiatives

Skills

Strategy

Execution

Talent

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Job description

TE Connectivity seeks a senior leader for the Global Optical Components Category Strategy Sourcing role in Rochester, NY. The candidate will develop global optical commodity strategies, collaborate with Engineering, Operations and Quality, and drive cost, quality, and delivery improvements.

The position requires 10+ years in global or regional sourcing, 5+ years of people management, and deep optical commodities experience. Will travel and periodically visit the Rochester plant as needed.