We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Procurement/Sourcing Specialist to join our global supply chain team. In this role you will be identifying, qualifying, and managing vendors in China and across Asia while ensuring optimal cost, quality, and delivery performance. You will work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to support our business expansion and production volume growth.
What You'll Do:
- Identify, assess, and onboard new suppliers that meet company standards for cost, quality, and capacity.
- Lead negotiations for pricing (samples, mass production, NRE/tooling) and commercial terms to achieve business targets.
- Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key vendors to secure supply and foster innovation.
- Oversee supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery, quality compliance, and alignment with production plans.
- Partner & collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to align procurement strategies with company goals.
- Drive initiatives for cost reduction, process optimization, and supply chain resilience.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred), Supply Chain Management, or Procurement.
- 10+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in global manufacturing companies, preferably in Asia.
- Proven experience with hardware, electronics, plastic injection molding, and tooling procurement/supply chain roles.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to details.
- Innovative problem solver with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills.
- Fluent in Mandarin and English (both written and spoken).
- Willingness to travel frequently to manufacturing and supplier facilities.