TE Connectivity is hiring a Project Manager in Hermosillo, Mexico to lead cost-reduction initiatives across products, materials, logistics and processes. Day to day they run value engineering and design-to-cost projects, build cost models and should-cost analyses, and coordinate Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Finance and Supply Chain teams to deliver measurable savings.
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)