Sourcing Manager Responsibilities:   

evaluating sourcing procedures and presenting improvement strategies to senior management for approval

Analyzing and calculating procurement costs and developing cost reduction strategies

Driving purchasing decisions based on cost and scenario analysis, as well as market trends

Negotiating contracts with key suppliers, including costs and terms of supply, service, and quality

Identify and pursue new supplier opportunities with a clear goal to increase production capacities and profit margins

Conducting market research, as well as creating cost estimates and forecasts

Estimating risks and applying risk minimizing techniques, as well as negotiating contracts that comply with industry rrequested standards (BSCI, C-tPAT, SCANN, REACH, EIA etc.)

Maintaining strategic sourcing relationships and developing strong partnerships

Manage, motivate and coach a team of 6 Buyers and 6 QC people to achieve the next level of performance.

Recommend, develop and implement buying strategies that ensure operational efficiencies which increase customer service levels and reduce lead times to an average of 8-10 weeks

Sourcing Manager Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree in engineering, product development, supply chain etc.

You have a previous experience in managing teams of 12-15 people, preferably in buying/supply chain management

At least four years' procurement experience in a related industry

Good communication skills and proficiency in English to communicate with Overseas management

You have a hands-on mentality and are able to work independently.

Advanced ability to work in teams, build long-term relationships with external partners and negotiate

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking abilities

Willingness to travel in order to develop, promote, and maintain strategic sourcing relationships

You are pragmatic and stress resistant.  You are straight forward in your communication when required

We offer an interesting position in a fast-growing company, exporting worldwide.  The position comes with a wide range of responsibilities and you will work in a young & dynamic team.  The company is operating in the high-end furniture industry, with a focus on the whole globe.

Interested?

Please send your application in English, together with a recent picture to jobs@verdonasia.com

职能类别：采购经理