Buyer

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

Responsible for the authorization of company resources to procure goods, equipment and services needed to meet customer requirements.

Essential Functions:

Purchase order placement and expediting. Supplier management and performance measurement. Provide forecast of raw material requirements with internal and external vendors on a periodic basis Work closely with engineering and manufacturing to ensure the best suppliers and components are utilized in the design; negotiate pricing, terms, availability and lead times with suppliers Prepare supply chain summary reports of the BOM (Bill of Material) to clearly define cost, lead times, supplier locations, component reuse and supply chain strategies. Procure materials for assigned departments. Prioritize, schedule critical material orders and negotiate with vendors to determine and assure best quality/service. Source new raw materials / suppliers & manage the RFQ process when required. Maintain and develop MRP including the placement of purchase orders, updating of pricing and following up of order confirmations.  Work closely with other members of the Operations team to identify & minimise risks to supply chain to ensure on-time delivery to customers and to resolve any issues that may arise Develop and drive inventory reduction strategies and activities to achieve inventory targets and minimise excess & obsolete. Identify & implement cost reduction strategies with supplier base Liaise closely with relevant functions to ensure the planning and control process is supported by accurate BOMs, routings, yields etc. Provide support to other team members in fulfilling the agreed company objectives and strategy. Collaborate regularly with Supply Base Managers to ensure alignment with strategic sourcing goals & initiatives Work as required with engineering to ensure supplier products are qualified

What your background should look like:

Three or more years of purchasing and/or production planning or other relevant experience. Working knowledge of MRP in SAP environment is desirable Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications Working knowledge of assembly & manufacturing processes Ability to manage multiple orders in a fast paced operation.  Excellent proactive communication & organization skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently, meet deadlines and follow through.  Ability to manage multiple conflicting tasks in a dynamic environment.  High degree of accuracy and detail. Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.  Excellent skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP and Internet use. 

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:
We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority

• Competitive Salary Package
• Performance-Based Bonus Plans
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events
• Employee Resource Group

Across our global sites and business units, we put together packages of benefits that are either supported by TE itself or provided by external service providers. In principle, the benefits offered can vary from site to site.

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