Buyer I

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.
  

• 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.