MANAGER STRATEGIC SOURCING - Facilities and Energy Commodity Indirect Procurement (Remote)

Job Posting Title: MGR I STRATEGIC SOURCING - Facilities and Energy Commodity Indirect Procurement (Remote)  
Job ID: 121017 
Job Code: 30004228    
Business Unit: GLOBAL OPERATIONS (50108236)  
Building: Non-TE facility (902)  
Band/Level: 5  
Hiring Manager: Karl Trutschmann 
Recruiter: Albert Peter Roosendaal   
Relocation: Yes - Domestic  
Travel: Less than 10%  
Employee Referral Amount: $1,000.00  
Education Experience: Bachelors Degree (High School +4 years)  
Employment Experience: 3-5 years  

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. 

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Job Overview

The Indirect Procurement Facilities Commodity Manager is responsible for strategically sourcing, negotiating, and managing indirect procurement categories, explicitly focusing on facilities-related commodities and services. This role requires a highly skilled professional to optimize costs, ensure supply chain stability, and maintain quality standards while supporting the company's operational goals and sustainability initiatives. Knowledge of sustainability practices in procurement, including Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) initiatives, is desirable.

 

Job Summary: 
 

1. Strategic Sourcing and Category Management:

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for facilities-related commodities, including but not limited to maintenance services, janitorial, landscaping, food services, HVAC, and security.
• This position at TE includes the sourcing of Energy 
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers, assess market trends, and benchmark pricing.

 

2. Supplier Relationship Management:

• Establish strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure continuous improvement, innovation, and cost-effective procurement.
• Conducted supplier performance evaluations and managed supplier development programs.

 

3. Contract Negotiation and Management:

• Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels.
• Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.

 

4. Cost Management and Savings:

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement cost-reduction initiatives without compromising quality or service levels.
• Monitor and report on procurement performance metrics, including savings achieved and supplier performance.

 

5. Risk Management:

• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements

6. Collaboration and Cross-functional Support:

• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including facilities management, finance, legal, risk, and operations, to understand their needs and ensure alignment of procurement strategies.
• Provide procurement expertise and support for cross-functional projects and initiatives.

 

7. Continuous Improvement:

• Promote and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement process.
• Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging trends, and new technologies to enhance procurement strategies.

 

Responsibility/Job Complexity: 

• Utilizes discretion and independent judgment in significant matters.
• Collaborates effectively with other departments.
• Demonstrates competence in handling highly complex assignments.
• Regularly interacts with internal and external stakeholders concerning company plans and objectives. 
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices in procurement, including Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) initiatives, is desirable.
   

What your background should look like:

Required Job Family Skills:

• Draft standard and custom RFQs/RFIs and utilize e-procurement technology to define requirements and analyze supplier responses.
• Possess advanced knowledge of liability agreements and special purchasing techniques, such as last-price paid contracts, online ordering discounts and rebates, and total landed cost analysis.
• Understand the impact of suppliers' proposed deviations from standard terms and conditions, recommend responses or action plans, and minimize the