Key Responsibilities
Lead End-to-End Supplier Lifecycle Management
- Lead sourcing, qualification, and onboarding of suppliers for both standard components (mechanical/electrical parts, sensors, pneumatic elements) and custom non-standard parts (machined components, sheet metal fabrications, welded assemblies);
- Independently conduct on-site supplier audits to assess technical capability, capacity alignment, quality management systems (e.g., ISO9001/IATF16949), and delivery reliability;
- Build and maintain a high-performing local supplier base, perform regular QCDTS-based performance reviews, and drive improvement or phase-out of underperforming suppliers.
Drive Sourcing Strategy & Cost Optimization
- Lead Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis for critical components by interpreting drawings and breaking down material, process (milling, turning, sheet metal forming, surface treatment), and labor costs;
- Lead annual commercial negotiations to optimize pricing, payment terms, MOQs, and secure group-level framework agreements;
- Actively participate in early-stage BOM reviews to recommend standardization, alternative sourcing, and Design-for-Procurement (DfP) improvements for cost control at source.
Own Project Material Delivery Execution
- Manage end-to-end procurement execution for non-standard automation projectsfrom requirement confirmation, RFQ/RFP, contract signing to goods receipt;
- Rapidly respond to engineering changes (ECNs) or urgent demands by coordinating with suppliers to adjust pricing and delivery schedules, safeguarding critical project milestones;
- Lead resolution of supply disruptions (e.g., delays, incoming quality issues) by aligning cross-functionally with Quality, Project, and Production teams to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Collaborate with Planning, Warehouse & Logistics
- Understand MPS/MRP logic and align procurement timing with project schedules to balance inventory and delivery risk;
- Work with warehouse teams to optimize safety stock for custom parts, monitor obsolescence, and improve inventory turns;
- Be familiar with U.S./Canada export compliance requirementsincluding HS code classification, rules of origin (e.g., USMCA), and documentation standards (commercial invoice, packing list)and coordinate with logistics/customs brokers to ensure smooth clearance.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, or related technical field;
Experience:
- 8+ years in procurement or supply chain roles, with at least 4years in non-standard automation, special-purpose machinery, industrial equipment, or capital goods manufacturing;
- Proven track record of leading supplier development, cost negotiations, and end-to-end project deliverynot limited to PO processing;
- Hands-on experience supporting North America-bound exports, particularly to the U.S., including trade compliance coordination;
Technical Skills:
- Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings and perform process-based cost breakdowns;
- Strong knowledge of local machining, sheet metal, heat treatment, and surface finishing capabilities and market rates;
- Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, etc.);
Soft Skills:
- Strong ownership mindset and results orientation; able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment;
- Excellent cross-functional communication and influence skills across R&D, Project, Production, and Quality;
Language:
- Fluent English, Chinese language proficiency is a plus.
