TE Connectivity
Manager II Supplier Development - Remote in the United States
TE Connectivity, Middletown, Pennsylvania, United States
Manager II Supplier Development - Remote in the United States
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TE Connectivity
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 The Supplier Development 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.
Position is remote: Must be located in the United States
Please note: This position may involve working with technical data, technology, software/source code, hardware, or other items (collectively “items”) subject to U.S. and non-U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these regulations, it may be necessary for TE to verify a candidate’s national origin and/or citizenship status to determine whether a U.S. or other government export license is required prior to releasing its technologies to the candidate. If TE determines that TE will require a license or will be prohibited by applicable laws from providing the candidate with items necessary for the performance of this position, then TE expressly reserves the right to either a) make an offer of employment contingent upon TE receiving required export licenses from the appropriate government agency, b) consider the candidate for a different position that is not subject to such restrictions, on whatever terms and conditions TE shall establish in its sole discretion, or c) decline to move forward with the candidate’s application.
Job Requirements
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
What Your Background Should Look Like
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Operations or other related disciplines
12+ years of Supplier Development experience
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.
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
Willingness to travel and interact proactively with TE manufacturing sites and suppliers (+50%)
Preferred 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
French or Spanish are a plus
Competencies SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
About TE Connectivity TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries. TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
Compensation
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $146,900 - 160,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity
never requests payment or fees
from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come
only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com . If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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Manager II Supplier Development - Remote in the United States
role at
TE Connectivity
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 The Supplier Development 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.
Position is remote: Must be located in the United States
Please note: This position may involve working with technical data, technology, software/source code, hardware, or other items (collectively “items”) subject to U.S. and non-U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these regulations, it may be necessary for TE to verify a candidate’s national origin and/or citizenship status to determine whether a U.S. or other government export license is required prior to releasing its technologies to the candidate. If TE determines that TE will require a license or will be prohibited by applicable laws from providing the candidate with items necessary for the performance of this position, then TE expressly reserves the right to either a) make an offer of employment contingent upon TE receiving required export licenses from the appropriate government agency, b) consider the candidate for a different position that is not subject to such restrictions, on whatever terms and conditions TE shall establish in its sole discretion, or c) decline to move forward with the candidate’s application.
Job Requirements
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
What Your Background Should Look Like
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Operations or other related disciplines
12+ years of Supplier Development experience
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.
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
Willingness to travel and interact proactively with TE manufacturing sites and suppliers (+50%)
Preferred 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
French or Spanish are a plus
Competencies SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
About TE Connectivity TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries. TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
Compensation
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $146,900 - 160,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity
never requests payment or fees
from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come
only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com . If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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