Strategic Sourcing Analyst (Global Mechanical) 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** + Execute commodity strategies aligned with business objectives. + Enhancing Localization and Global Expansion, especially for the Asia market + Monitor global market trends, supply-demand dynamics, and geopolitical factors. + Mitigate risks related to commodity price fluctuations. + Identify and develop new suppliers in collaboration with cross-functional teams. + Optimize the supplier base to enhance efficiency and quality. + Conduct RFQs for NPI (New Product Introduction) projects. + Negotiate master purchasing contracts, Quality Assurance agreements, Non-disclosure agreements, consignment contracts, etc., with suppliers. + Drive cost reduction initiatives through comprehensive cost analysis, market data evaluation, and negotiation. + Collaborate with engineering teams to lead Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) projects. + Coordinate cross-functional efforts to achieve project KPIs including savings, lead time reduction, minimum order quantity optimization, dual sourcing, and localization. + Identify risks, opportunities, and underperforming suppliers; implement corrective actions to mitigate risks and ensure continuous improvement. + Collaborate with plant teams as necessary. + Strengthening Supplier Management / Long-Term Partnerships/Supplier Strategy This position will strengthen strategic partnerships with key suppliers with multi-skills + Supporting Successful NPI Project Execution. **Additional Requirements:** + Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required. + Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule. **What your background should look like:** **Education, Technical Qualification & Experience:** + Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant field + Fluent in spoken and written English + 5+ years of sourcing experience in the machining field, familiar with tooling, stamping, molding, plating, diecasting & machining…… + 5 years Experience working in a global/regional commodity role in a multinational company. + Engineering background is advantageous. + Proficiency in office software; Familiarity with SAP **Reports To:** Directly reports to Global Mechanical category leader **Personal Attributes & Competencies:** + Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation + Proven ability to lead projects, coordinate, problem-solve, and make decisive decisions to achieve results + Proactive and detail-oriented + Strong analytical and cross-functional skills + Ability to understand global markets, collaborate effectively with global teams, and experience in working with suppliers in the Asia-Pacific region and Global **Competencies** Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork Location: Tanauan, BAS, PH, 4232 City: Tanauan State: BAS Country/Region: PH Travel: 10% to 25% Requisition ID: 129961 Alternative Locations: Function: 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.