STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST III

About the Role

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

The NPD Strategic Sourcing Analyst plays a critical role in supporting new product development (NPD) by driving sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and cost optimization from concept to launch. This role partners closely with engineering, procurement, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure components and materials are sourced competitively, sustainably, and in alignment with project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Act as the focal point for all supply chain initiatives related to New Product Development (NPD) for assigned product lines.
• Develop and implement integrated supply chain strategies to support New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Understand project background including footprint plans, commercialization timelines (sampling, ramp-up, mass production), cost targets, and BOM technical requirements.
• Define and execute supply base strategy early in the product development phase and design "first-time-right" supply chains for new products.
• Drive faster time-to-market through efficient quotation, sampling, and material standardization; lead RFQ processes, analyze supplier quotes, and facilitate supplier selection (SSR) based on cost, lead time, capability, and location.
• Ensure supplier quotations meet BOM cost targets; collaborate with commodity and should-cost teams to close gaps and promote cost optimization.
• Promote dual sourcing strategies and localization initiatives; collaborate with commodity management to leverage supplier capabilities and strengthen supplier relationships.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and project teams to ensure smooth execution of NPI projects and provide procurement/support to manufacturing plants during product launches.
• Enhance internal customer satisfaction (e.g., project managers, core teams) through improved procurement service and responsiveness; gather and act on feedback through Voice of Customer (VoC) sessions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines and lead or support special projects as assigned by regional or global management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field (advanced degree a plus).
• 6+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, NPD sourcing, or project management roles.
• Proven experience in New Product Introduction (NPI/NPD), preferably as a sourcing analyst in a global company.
• Experience with BOM costing, RFQ processes, and supplier selection.
• Strong sourcing experience in mechanical components (stamping, molding, diecasting, machining) and electronics (PCB, PCBA, cables), with solid technical understanding.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes (electronics, automotive, or industrial preferred) and exposure to global supplier environments, regional sourcing, and international collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, negotiate effectively, and drive cost savings; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English (both written and verbal); self-motivated and able to work effectively with cross-functional and international teams.
• Proficient in MS Office (advanced Excel and PowerPoint). Experience with SAP is a plus; Lean Product Development (Lean PD) experience is a plus.

Additional Information

• Competencies / Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork.