STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST III 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. They align strategy and execution with cross-functional partners such as engineering, manufacturing, product management and functional owners. They execute the competitive bid, negotiation, contracting processes and/or technical continuous improvement for assigned commodities or services; collaborate across Business Units and cross-regions for optimal TE leverage. Our teams demonstrate a high level of expertise in procurement competencies (business/supply chain acumen, negotiation, sourcing strategy development and execution, global savvy, and project and product lifecycle management) and ensure results are delivered compliant with TE policies and procedures. **What your background should look like:** Job Summary: Asia-Pacific strategic sourcing analyst is considered the corporate expert for the assigned commodities and leads the development and implementation of the regional commodity strategy in collaboration with the global and regional commodity strategy owner to realize established goals and objectives on tactical and transactional levels. Responsibility: 1. Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management Lead supplier selection and negotiation for assigned commodities. Develop and maintain a robust supplier database, conduct regular performance reviews, and implement improvement plans. Lead supplier rationalization, add/reduce supplier 2. Procurement Process Execution Responsible for managing RFX processes, negotiating contracts including their terms and conditions, and working in alignment with the regional commodity leader and the global commodity director, based on the global strategy, through collaboration with the corporate function teams and cross-business units. 3. Cost Optimization & Market Analysis Analyze market trends, benchmark pricing, and implement cost-saving strategies for recurring purchases. Monitor budget adherence and provide cost reports to stakeholders . 4. Cross-functional Collaboration Partner with Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams to align procurement activities with business objectives. Resolve supply chain issues and escalate critical risks proactively. Qualifications - Education: Bachelor’s degree or above Experience: 5+ years’ experience in sourcing area. Experience in marketing, travel, or corporate services. Experience with HR-related commodities is a plus. Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management capabilities. Knowledge of regional and global supplier base for relevant commodities. Fluency in English (written and spoken) Proficiency in ERP system and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint). Preferred Attributes Proactive problem-solver with a customer-centric mindset. Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation Positive, Optimistic, detailed-oriented. Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities. **Competencies** Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork Location: SHANGHAI, SH, CN, 200233 City: SHANGHAI State: SH Country/Region: CN Travel: Less than 10% Requisition ID: 133424 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.