Dir Strategic Sourcing

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**Job Summary**:
The Category Director for Resin Molding will be responsible for leading the strategic direction, development, and management of the Resin Molding category across TE Connectivity. The role will require a strong focus on key aspects of the business, including the development of long-term strategies to support TE’s growth and manufacturing footprint, make vs. buy decisions, regional supplier segmentation, enterprise productivity, supplier development in key growth areas, process improvement, and quality optimization.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and execute a strategic plan for the Resin Molding category that aligns with the company's overall vision and goals
- Determine the most appropriate Make vs. Buy strategy for the Resin Molding category and implement it in collaboration with TE’s Segments, Business Units, and cross-functional teams
- Lead the long-term strategy for the Resin Molding category and oversee its implementation, including identifying new opportunities for growth and expansion
- Segment suppliers based on regional needs and collaborate with business units, to develop and implement supplier development plans
- Optimize the manufacturing footprint for the Resin Molding category to ensure the highest levels of efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction
- Implement enterprise productivity initiatives across the Resin Molding category to drive cost savings and improve overall performance
- Develop supplier relationships in key growth areas and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supplier alignment with the company's strategic objectives
- Drive process improvement and quality optimization initiatives across the Resin Molding category to ensure the highest levels of product quality and customer satisfaction
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement sourcing strategies that deliver the best value for the company and our customers

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, MBA preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Procurement, Engineering or Operations
- Knowledge of Resin Molding: In-depth understanding of the Resin molding processes, techniques, and materials used in the industry. This knowledge will enable you to make informed decisions while sourcing materials and selecting suppliers.
- Technical expertise: You should be familiar with the technical aspects of the Resin molding industry, such as tooling, process control, and quality assurance, to effectively communicate with suppliers and understand their capabilities.
- Market Intelligence: Good understanding of the industry trends, market dynamics, and supplier landscape. This knowledge will help you identify new opportunities, stay abreast of industry developments, and negotiate better deals.
- Supplier Management: You should have strong skills in supplier management, including the ability to assess supplier capabilities, develop supplier relationships, and manage supplier performance.
- Negotiation skills: As a procurement professional, you should be skilled in negotiating contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure the best value for your organization.
- Project management: You should possess strong project management skills to effectively manage procurement projects, from initial supplier selection to final delivery of goods and services.
- Data analysis: You should have analytical skills to analyze procurement data, develop procurement strategies, and monitor procurement performance metrics.
- Collaboration and communication: Effective collaboration and communication skills are essential to work closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and other stakeholders to achieve procurement objectives.
- Strategic thinking: You should be able to think strategically and develop a clear category strategy that aligns with the company's overall business goal.
- Decision making: You should be able to make informed and timely decisions that take into account all relevant factors, including risks, opportunities, and stakeholder needs.
- Talent development: You should be able to identify and develop procurement talent, build high-performing teams, and foster a culture of learning and development.
- Influencing and relationship building: You should be able to build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and internal teams, and use your influence to drive positive outcomes.
- Accountability: You should hold yourself and your team accountable for meeting procurement objectives and delivering value to the organization.

**Competencies**:

- Building Effective Teams- Managing and Measuring Work- Motivating Others- Values: Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation- SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)