Project Manager: Strategic Sourcing - Cost Optimization Job Description Job Alerts Link Job Title: Project Manager: Strategic Sourcing - Cost Optimization
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 TE Connectivity is seeking a highly analytical and execution-focused Cost Driver & Project Manager to lead and deliver cost reduction initiatives across our the region you’re hired in. This role will identify, prioritize, and execute cross-functional cost optimization opportunities while driving measurable bottom-line impact.
You will partner with Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Finance, Quality and Supply Chain teams to systematically reduce product and operational costs without compromising quality, delivery, or innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Reduction Strategy & Execution Identify, evaluate, and prioritize cost-down opportunities across products, materials, logistics, and processes
Lead structured cost reduction projects from ideation through implementation and tracking
Drive Value Engineering (VE) and Design-to-Cost (DtC) initiatives
Develop and execute cost roadmaps aligned with business targets
Supply Resiliency projects that reduce escalations and improve operational efficiency
Other Key Job Requirements Project & Program Management Manage multiple cost optimization projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and savings targets are achieved
Comply with project governance, milestones, and reporting cadence
Use data-driven methods to track cost savings and ROI
Establish structured tracking mechanisms for all cost optimization initiatives
Deliver regular updates (weekly/monthly)



to management with clear insights and status
Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborate closely with:
Procurement (supplier negotiations, resourcing)
Engineering (design changes, material alternatives)
Manufacturing (process improvements, automation)
Finance (validation of savings, forecasting impacts)
Supplier Quality Engineering (quality and standards requirements)
Supply Chain (alignment, supplier communications, ERP updates)
Customer (alignment, change management)
Facilitate workshops or alignment meetings to drive consensus and progress
Act as the central coordinator to ensure smooth communication and execution
Influence stakeholders without direct authority to drive alignment and execution
Cost Modeling & Analysis Build and maintain detailed cost models (BOM, conversion cost, logistics)
Perform should-cost analysis and benchmarking
Analyze cost drivers and identify key levers for optimization
Supplier & External Engagement Support supplier cost reduction initiatives and negotiations
Evaluate alternative suppliers, materials, and technologies
Drive cost transparency across the supply base
What your background should look like Qualifications & Experience Required 5+ years of experience in:
Cost reduction / cost engineering / sourcing / operations
Project or program management
Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings




Strong analytical and financial acumen
Experience with cross-functional collaboration in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification
ERP (SAP) and cost modeling tools experience
PMP certification or equivalent
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Competencies Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a integral 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).
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
Job Locations:
Posting City: Hermosillo
Job Country: Mexico
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Requisition ID: 159939
Workplace Type: Remote
External Careers Page: Procurement

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