Supplier Manager

  • Hastings
  • Te Connectivity

Overview:

The Supplier Performance Manager role is responsible for Managing and Developing strategies, actions and metrics associated with the performance improvement of direct material suppliers and development of strategic suppliers. The position focuses on Supplier Delivery, Quality, and Inventory Performance improvements. It is a position to build relationships with the Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing and Operations organizations by leading its team in meeting our customers’ needs.



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Responsibilities

As Supplier Development Manager your responsibilities would include but are not limited to the following:

  • Manage and develop strategies to improve Supplier Performance
  • Collaborating closely with key suppliers to achieve the following supplier results:
  • Process control and Quality system improvement
  • Delivery performance and Lead time improvement
  • Cost reduction and Productivity improvement
  • Supply Chain effectiveness improvement and optimization
  • Capacity increases
  • Responsible for coaching its team in assessing supplier capabilities to ensure supplier can reach level of performance and capacity required to meet our business needs
  • Assure compliance to business procedures and team accountability
  • Work with Operations and Business support teams to obtain resources that will support the Supplier Performance team strategy

This position will teach suppliers and team members on how to work with TE TEOA Tools (Supplier Portal, TE procedures, DPA & DLT, Problem Solving Tools, etc.)

  • Ensure Monthly performance reviews and Quarterly business reviews processes are sustained
  • Work as support/coach for various TE manufacturing sites, focusing on improving supplied material availability and inventory optimization
  • Track and communicate key supplier performance metrics


Candidate Profile


Motivated individual with the ability to learn quickly and work in a self-directed work environment with minimal supervision

Experienced in leading and developing a group of direct reports

Ability to take ownership of actions and lead to closure. Strong project management skills

A clear communicator who can speak and present confidently to a diverse audience, including senior management

Technically competent to interface with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Materials, Supply / Demand Management as well as all levels within the Supplier’s organization

Fluent in English; reading, writing, and speaking English language. French or Spanish are a plus

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Operations or other related disciplines

Proficient with MS-Office and SAP products

Experience with Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Development or Supply Chain fields

Practical Problem Solving, 8D, 5 why, Fishbone experience

Certified Supply Chain Professional (APICS) is a plus

Certified AS9100 Auditor or similar QMS. Understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Production Part Approval Process is a plus

Willingness to travel and interact proactively with TE manufacturing sites and suppliers (25%~50%)


Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork