[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All TE Connectivity jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/te-connectivity/) · [Search jobs](/search/) TE Connectivity # Webster Mgr Ii Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Ny 14580 Supply Chain & Logistics Listed on TE Connectivity’s official careers site. Listed as of October 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on TE Connectivity’s careers site →](https://careers.te.com/job/Webster-MGR-II-STRATEGIC-SOURCING-&-PROCUREMENT-NY-14580/1400714600/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [TE Connectivity](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/te-connectivity/) / Webster Mgr Ii Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Ny 14580 ## Job description ### Job Overview - This position will require regular visits to our plant in Rochester, NY * - The Ideal candidate will reside in the Rochester, NY metro area - The Global Optical Components Category Strategy Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global category strategies for optical components that support business growth, cost competitiveness, and supply resilience. This role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program teams to support NPI execution, strengthen strategic supplier partnerships, and drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, delivery, and technology alignment—particularly for high-speed optics used in AI and accelerated-computing interconnects. ### Major Responsibilities Category Strategy & Market Intelligence - Develop and execute global optical commodity strategies aligned with business objectives - Monitor global market trends, supply-demand dynamics, and geopolitical risks - Identify and mitigate risks related to supply continuity, pricing volatility, and capacity constraints ### Supplier Management & Development - Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations - Optimize the supplier base to improve cost, quality, delivery, and scalability - Lead quarterly supplier scorecard reviews and performance improvement initiatives - Identify underperforming suppliers, assess risks, and implement corrective action plans - Strengthen long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers Cost, Productivity & VA/VE - Drive cost reduction initiatives through should cost analysis, market benchmarking, and negotiations - Partner with Engineering to lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives - Improve procurement efficiency while supporting business growth and technology roadmaps ### NPI & Cross-Functional Execution - Lead and support RFQs for NPI (New Product Introduction) programs - Coordinate cross-functional efforts to achieve KPIs, including: o Cost savings o Lead time reduction o MOQ optimization o Dual sourcing and localization - Support successful NPI execution, ensuring supply readiness and supplier alignment ### Strategic Impact - Support business growth and evolving market demands - Accelerate decision-making and adaptability in a fast-changing optical technology landscape - Enable localization strategies and global expansion initiatives ### Job Requirements Technical Qualifications – Optics The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong working knowledge of optical technologies relevant to high-speed interconnects, including: - Solid understanding of high-speed optical transceiver architecture, including: o Optics chain o Fiber interfaces o Optical budgets - Knowledge of optical components and technologies, such as: o Optical transceivers o Passive fiber connectivity and optical jumpers o Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) o Silicon photonics o Lasers (e.g., EML, VCSEL) o Fiber and connector interfaces - Understanding of optical transmission concepts and components used in AI / accelerated computing interconnects - Knowledge of optical devices and materials, with awareness of performance and cost tradeoffs - Understanding of manufacturing flows for optical components, including: o Key yield drivers o Capacity constraints o Lead time drivers - Basic familiarity with how manufacturing factors influence component selection, sourcing strategy, and cost structure What your background should look like Education, Technical ### Qualifications & Experience Education - Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field - Engineering background strongly preferred ### Experience - Minimum 10 years of experience in a global or regional commodity role within a multinational company - At least 5 years of people management experience - Minimum 5 years of experience with optical-related commodities - Proven experience working with suppliers across the Asia Pacific/ US and global regions #TEOpticsJobs #USOpticsJobs Competencies SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers) ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days[Apply on TE Connectivity’s careers site →](https://careers.te.com/job/Webster-MGR-II-STRATEGIC-SOURCING-&-PROCUREMENT-NY-14580/1400714600/) ## More jobs at TE Connectivity ### [Bangalore Manager Procurement Digital Transformation Ka 560076](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/te-connectivity/jobs/8f61ef55c0e06e8a773a/) ### [Bangalore Sourcing & Procurement Analyst Ii Ka 560066](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/te-connectivity/jobs/2a25540b1fa06443dfc5/) ### [Bangalore Sourcing & Procurement Analyst Ii Ka 560076](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/te-connectivity/jobs/80f8d3cee60e80a890a9/) ### [Bangalore Supply Chain Analyst I Ka 560066](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/te-connectivity/jobs/f00842011840bab87b1d/) ### [Bangalore Supply Chain Analyst Iii Ka 560076](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/te-connectivity/jobs/1507a6c0ac64d647ae20/) ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Mgr Sourcing](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fedex/jobs/fcc4c44c323a024e737f/) FedEx ### [Senior Lead Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/9a13a72b8a66e01baa94/) Sandisk ### [Strategic Sourcing Manager (IT & Information Security)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/9a76890b87a7930a31db/) Sandisk ### [Strategic Technology Sourcing Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lennox-international/jobs/abe427bdb2fe9adba9f9/) Lennox International ### [Strategic Sourcing Manager, Corporate Services](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lennox-international/jobs/e6abe4de0a9170c0aa92/) Lennox International OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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