Strategic Sourcing Analyst IV
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TE Connectivity seeks a Strategic Sourcing Analyst IV in Middletown, PA to drive supplier strategy, cost optimization and lead time reduction across machinery, applicators and components. Lead RFQs and supplier selection, analyze cost breakdowns, monitor performance, support dual sourcing and consolidation, and ensure policy compliance with teams in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations and Quality. The candidate has a bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Engineering or related field, 3 to 7 years in strategic sourcing, strong SAP MM and advanced Excel, familiar with drawings and BOMs. To apply, tailor your resume to show measurable savings, cross functional impact, and negotiation wins, via TE Careers site.
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
Overview
We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Strategic Sourcing Analyst to support sourcing initiatives across multiple commodities, including machinery, applicators, and high-volume components.
This role will play a key part in:
- Supplier strategy
- Cost optimization
- Lead time reduction
- Sourcing execution
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in supplier management, cost analysis, and procurement/planning processes within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies by commodity (machining, assembly, electronics, tooling, etc.)
- Lead RFQs, negotiations, and supplier selection
- Analyze cost breakdowns (material, labor, overhead, logistics)
- Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities
- Drive lead time reduction initiatives and supply continuity
- Manage and optimize supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost)
- Support dual sourcing and supplier consolidation strategies
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and agreements
Work cross-functionally with:
- Supply Chain (Materials Planning)
- Engineering
- Operations
- Quality
Job Requirements
- Establishing and executing mid-term and long-term sourcing strategies for assigned categories.
- Leading supplier negotiations and contract development in alignment with business objectives.
- Managing supplier relationships to ensure achievement of cost, delivery, and performance commitments.
- Partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to leverage global spend and optimize supplier footprints.
- Identifying innovation, design-to-cost, and early supplier involvement opportunities.
- Researching market, technology, and industry trends to inform sourcing strategies.
What your background should look like
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in: Supply Chain, Engineering, Business / Finance
3–7 years of experience in Strategic sourcing, Procurement, Supplier management
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of:
- Machining / metal fabrication / assembly processes
- Industrial supply chains
- Advanced Excel skills (analysis, modeling, cost comparisons
- Ability to interpret: drawings, BOMs, technical specifications
- Experience with SAP (MM module preferred):
- Info Records and Source Lists
- Purchase Orders
Soft skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple suppliers and priorities
- Strong communication (internal & external stakeholders)
Results-driven and detail-oriented
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to have)
Experience with: Tooling / applicators / machinery sourcing, Data connectivity / electronics components
Understanding of tariffs and trade impacts, should-cost modeling
Competencies
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.
Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, 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: $113,800 - $170,700 (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
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