BUYER I

Job Description

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

Provides support to buyers in the day-to-day purchasing transactions and executes repetitive purchases.

Job Requirements

- Act as a Procurement NPI (New Product Introduction) / Sustaining Project Team Member (manufacturing/procurement) to support the development of new projects related to processes, tools/equipment, and components.

- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for BU ICT parts, raw materials, and services, including procurement responsibility for suppliers and subcontractors (pre- and post-RFQ), in coordination with series purchasing.

- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and compliance with industry standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, etc.).

- Conduct supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms, pricing, and long-term agreements.

- Manage purchase orders, contracts, and supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to specifications.

- Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, logistics, and production teams to align procurement activities with business needs.

- Coordinate overall manufacturing processes (molds, die sets, assembly, purchased parts, and processes) through internal or external suppliers, with a focus on technology and procurement tasks.

- Prepare product value streams and provide cost data for financial analysis by:

- Collecting process-related technical inputs (cycle times, number of cavities, efficiency, required operators, CAPEX, production hours, changeover times, batch sizes, etc.).

- Enabling Finance to prepare profit & loss statements and CERs (Capital Expenditure Requirements).

- Support measurement and correction discussions with metrology centers and product development until final approval is achieved.

- Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply risks to proactively mitigate disruptions.

- Drive cost reduction initiatives and value engineering projects with suppliers.

- Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical sourcing practices.

- Support new product launches by coordinating procurement activities for prototype and series production.

- Resolve supplier issues, including delivery delays, quality concerns, and capacity constraints.

What your background should look like

- Education: University degree (or equivalent).

- Experience: Minimum 5 years of strategic sourcing experience in a global and multicultural environment.

- Technical Knowledge: Additional background in molding and stamping preferred experience with TE's requirements is a plus.

- Procurement Expertise:

- Strong methodological/strategic knowledge combined with operational/tactical skills.

- Proven track record of successful negotiations in direct procurement within a global ICT team.

- Solid background in strategic purchasing fundamentals in a global environment.

- Project & Process Skills:

- Advanced project management skills.

- Contract management experience (Jaggaer or equivalent) is a plus.

- Systems & Tools:

- Advanced SAP knowledge (mandatory).

- Proficiency in MS Office applications, with advanced skills in Power BI, Tableau, and other analytics tools.

- Communication & Leadership:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a multicultural environment.

- Fluency in English proficiency in German or French is an advantage.

- Ability to simplify and communicate complex topics effectively.

- Strong accountability for deliverables and results.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

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