Job Description

Monitors the supply chain performance, identifies trends and risks, and provides recommendations to reduce risk, achieve efficiency and manage cost across the supply chain.

Job Requirements

Defining and coordinating the implementation programs, initiatives, and process improvements needed to improve the key strategic Supply Chain KPIs. Coordinating and reporting regional indicators in achieving critical targets like revenue, inventory, overdue reduction, and freight forecast. Collaborating with the local teams in driving lead time reduction programs and defining mitigation plans in case of deviation from execution targets. Executing and utilizing Lean tools for continuous improvement and using advanced planning systems to optimize customer delivery and inventory performance.

Roles & Responsibilities

Global Inventory Ownership & Governance Own global inventory performance for GATD Automotive, with primary accountability for achieving budgeted inventory turns, days on hand, and inventory health targets. Define and deploy standardized inventory policies, governance mechanisms, and best practices across regions and business units. Strategy & Continuous Improvement Design, lead, and implement strategic inventory optimization initiatives aligned with TE Connectivity's operations and supply chain strategy. Drive sustainable reduction of excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory while protecting customer service and business continuity. Identify structural improvement opportunities across planning, sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution. Planning, Metrics & Performance Management Develop, implement, and monitor global inventory planning and fulfillment KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics. Partner closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure data integrity, root-cause analysis, and corrective action execution. Serve as the central point of expertise for inventory analytics, risk assessment, and opportunity identification. Lead and support cross-functional initiatives focused on optimizing customer on-time delivery, lead times, forecast accuracy, and inventory efficiency. Collaborate across the end-to-end supply chain, including Sales, Operations, Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics. Apply Lean Six Sigma tools, value stream mapping, and structured problem-solving methodologies where applicable. o Develop playbook for Material Management S&OP and New Product Integration

Desired Canduidate

Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field required. Minimum 5-8 years of progressive experience in inventory optimization, supply planning, or related supply chain roles. Experience operating in a global, multi-site manufacturing and distribution environment strongly preferred. Technical & Functional Skills Strong expertise in inventory optimization concepts, planning methodologies, and financial trade-off analysis. Solid understanding of inventory health metrics, working capital management, and cost-to-serve principles. Hands-on experience with SAP and advanced digital supply chain or analytics tools. Proven ability to influence and collaborate across functions, regions, and organizational levels. Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of translating complex data into clear insights. Self-motivated, results-driven professional with a track record of delivering sustainable process improvements. Comfortable operating under pressure while addressing systemic and structural issues. Preferred Qualifications CPIM, or equivalent professional certification. Lean Six Sigma experience or certification. Prior exposure to automotive or industrial manufacturing environments.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global 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

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Job Locations:

Bangalore, Karn?taka 560076

India

Posting City:

Bangalore

Job Country:

India

Travel Required:

25% to 50%

Requisition ID:

146086

Workplace Type:

External Careers Page:

Manufacturing