Jim Tobojka
SVP, Global Operations TE Connectivity
ABOUT THE WINNER
When he was growing up, Jim Tobojka always wanted to be a professional golfer. He even taught golf after college.
His career took a pivotal turn when he accepted his first job after graduating, where he was assigned directly to the shop floor. Thirty years later, he is still doing what he loves in the Supply Chain and Operations field around the world.
Congratulations, Jim Tobojka!
Case Study Highlights
Jim Tobojka, COO and SVP of Global Operations at TE Connectivity, sees operations as a powerful lever for value creation. Under his leadership, the company has cut logistics costs from 8% to under 3% of sales, using data engineering, automation, and real-time visibility tools across over 250 facilities.
TE’s digital transformation extends to procurement and customer feedback loops, helping align product development and services to evolving needs. The Integrated Operation Network (ION) program aims to unlock over $1B in value over five years, transforming logistics, planning, and procurement.
Jim’s leadership philosophy emphasizes clear strategy, governance, and centralized transformation efforts. He champions accountability and agility across global operations.
People are central to TE’s success. From enabling real-time issue resolution to building strategic supplier partnerships, Jim fosters a culture of empowerment and continuous improvement across the ecosystem.
