Supplier Development Manager

JOB OVERVIEW

This role will report directly to the Vice President of Purchasing and will be responsible for developing and managing supplier relationships in mainland China. The successful candidate must possess a strong background in supplier management within the electronics components and finished goods (key parts) industry, with a focus on optimizing supplier performance and ensuring the highest quality standards. Frequent travel to mainland China will be required.

JOB ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, manage, and strengthen relationships with key suppliers in mainland China, ensuring alignment with the company's quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and work with them to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure suppliers meet quality and delivery expectations consistently.
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions. Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining product quality.
• Ensure all suppliers adhere to relevant quality standards and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to address any quality issues.
• Support the development of sourcing strategies specific to the APAC region, particularly for critical components sourced from mainland China. Align supplier capabilities with the company’s business objectives and market trends.
• Collaborate closely with the purchasing and quality teams to ensure supplier capabilities meet internal requirements and support operational efficiency.

JOB REQUIREMENT(S)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in supplier management within the electronics components or finished goods industry.
• Proven experience in managing suppliers in mainland China, including frequent travel.
• In-depth understanding of supply chain processes, supplier evaluation, and performance improvement techniques.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain vendor relationships.
• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement or buyer roles within the trading industry preferred but not necessary.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel frequently to mainland China as required.
• Familiarity with electronic components and key parts such as memory, CPU, SSD, GPU etc. will be advantageous.