Strategic Sourcing Lead – High-Speed Interconnects

Amphenol Corporation; Yocumtown (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Corporation is seeking a Senior Technical Sourcing Specialist in Etters, PA to drive strategic supplier selection and cost reduction for high‑speed interconnect components. You will partner with global engineering teams, obtain quotations, lead times, and feedback, and coordinate DFM reviews and production schedules.

The role emphasizes negotiation, supplier development, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Manufacturing, Optoelectronics, or related engineering field.
• 5+ years in sourcing, procurement, or supplier development.
• Experience with connectors, cable assemblies, optical modules, or precision components.
• Ability to read 2D/3D drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of stamping, molding, electroplating, machining, tooling, or automated assembly.
• Strong cost analysis, negotiation, supplier management and cross‑functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design reviews with global engineering teams.
• Obtain supplier quotations, lead times, and manufacturing feedback.
• Prepare quotation summaries and track project spending.
• Coordinate DFM reviews, sample deliveries, and production schedules.
• Support suppliers through First Article Inspection (FAI) approval.
• Evaluate and qualify new suppliers.
• Negotiate annual cost reductions and identify value‑engineering opportunities.
• Monitor supplier cost, quality, delivery, and technical performance.
• Participate to qualify new vendor.

Skills

Deadline-Driven

Negotiator

Curious

Relationship Manager

Effective Communicator

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Manufacturing, Optoelectronics, or a related engineering field

Job description

Amphenol Corporation is seeking a Senior Technical Sourcing Specialist in Etters, PA to drive strategic supplier selection and cost reduction for high‑speed interconnect components. You will partner with global engineering teams, obtain quotations, lead times, and feedback, and coordinate DFM reviews and production schedules.

The role emphasizes negotiation, supplier development, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver value.