TE Connectivity · 5 hours ago
Global Supplier Quality Leader - Energy
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$134K/yr - $201K/yr
10+ years expTE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. The Global Supplier Quality Lead is responsible for driving the strategic direction, performance, and continuous improvement of supplier quality across the Energy Business Unit, ensuring that the organization's supplier base consistently meets expectations for quality, delivery, cost, compliance, and operational excellence.
AutomotiveElectrical DistributionHardwareManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the Supplier Quality function across all regions of the Energy Business Unit
Develop and deploy global supplier quality strategies, standards, policies, and governance frameworks
Lead the implementation of continuous improvement programs to enhance supplier performance in delivery, quality, and inventory management
Aligning cross-functional teams on supplier compliance and audit-readiness activities, resolving systemic gaps
Strengthen supplier development processes and oversee improvement initiatives for critical and strategic suppliers
Build and maintain strong relationships with Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, and regional teams to ensure cohesive execution and alignment with business needs
Drive global harmonization of SQ methodologies, measurement systems, and capability-building programs
Serve as a subject matter expert and advocate for the application of advanced Supplier Quality tools, such as APQP, PPAP, SPC, PFMEA, and root-cause problem-solving methodologies
Represent the supplier quality function in strategic planning discussions, business reviews, and cross-functional decision-making forums
Manage all Supplier caused customer complaints. Complete problem-solving (8D), and chargeback processes
Ensure global processes comply with organizational, regulatory, and customer requirements
Provide leadership, coaching, and development for regional Supplier Quality teams
Reviewing and reporting on supplier quality performance metrics to senior management
Support measurement correlation activities with suppliers when required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering with 10+ years+ experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role; candidates without a degree but who have equivalent experience will also be considered
Proven experience working with quality management systems (QMS), including ISO9001, AS9000, IATF, or similar certifications
Strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
3+ years' leadership experience must include Supplier Quality Manager expertise and demonstrated success in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, or related Quality/Operations leadership roles
Ability to influence cross-functional and cross-regional stakeholders in a complex global environment
Proven experience driving supplier improvement programs and achieving measurable performance gains
Experience with APQP
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to develop and implement quality strategies and initiatives
Expertise in data-driven decision-making and reporting
In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes, systems, and industry standards
Experience working with suppliers globally is required
25-50% travel required
Ability to travel globally
Preferred
Experience outside of Quality is a plus
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k)
Disability
Life insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Voluntary benefits
Company
TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity provides and markets engineered electronic components, network solutions, and specialty products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.1B2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $1.47B
2025-01-28Post Ipo Debt· $782.37M
2024-07-30Post Ipo Debt· $350M
Leadership Team
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Terrence R. Curtin
Chief Executive Officer
Heath A. Mitts
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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