SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE & DEVELOPMENT ANALYST

Job Title: SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE & DEVELOPMENT ANALYST

Posting Start Date: 8/26/26

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

We are seeking a Supplier Performance & Development Analyst to drive supplier performance improvement initiatives across a regional supplier network supporting our manufacturing operations.

This role will partner directly with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to identify systemic issues, lead root cause analysis activities, and implement sustainable corrective actions that improve quality, delivery, capacity, and operational performance.

The ideal candidate has a strong manufacturing background, experience working with suppliers, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including supplier executives, plant leaders, and cross-functional teams.

Job Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of approximately 15-20 suppliers focused on performance improvement initiatives.


• Analyze supplier performance issues related to quality, delivery, manufacturing capability, and capacity.


• Lead root cause analysis activities using structured problem-solving methodologies.


• Coach suppliers on root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement practices.


• Develop and track corrective action plans to drive sustainable operational improvements.


• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supplier Management teams to resolve supplier challenges.


• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, audits, and improvement metrics.


• Support supplier qualification, capability assessments, and risk evaluations.


• Conduct regular onsite supplier visits across Mexico and the United States to evaluate operations and facilitate improvement activities.


• Build effective relationships with supplier leadership, including General Managers, Owners, Presidents, and CEOs.

What your background should look like

HYBRID POSITION

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, or a related field.


• Experience working in manufacturing environments and supplier-facing roles.


• Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.


• Experience developing and implementing supplier improvement plans.


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Advanced English proficiency, both written and verbal.


• Ability and willingness to travel extensively, including domestic and international travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace industry experience.


• Automotive industry experience.


• Knowledge of AS9100 standards.


• Experience with APQP, PPAP, supplier quality, or supplier development programs.


• Experience with manufacturing processes such as machining, stamping, or molding.


• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.


• Familiarity with FMEA, Value Stream Mapping, and supplier assessment methodologies.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork