POSITION SUMMARY:
The sourcing engineer reports directly to sourcing manager and will be mainly focus iron and Stainless-stell valve parts supplier management for supplier development and management .
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- QAD price maintenance: Requires quotation, comparison, and negotiation; (suppliers related to iron valves, stainless steel valves, castings, forgings, machining, rubber parts, etc.)
- Mold contract signing, payment, and other procedures
- Cross-departmental coordination: Coordinate suppliers with product managers and engineering departments for drawings and price negotiations, and promptly provide quotations to product managers or relevant engineers
- Sales sample shipment work
- Supplier negotiation: Negotiate with relevant suppliers, continuously drive down material costs, and achieve annual Cost Down
- Other tasks assigned by line manager
EMPLOYEE CORE COMPETENCIES:
1. Collaborate Across Workgroups
2. Communicate Effectively
3. Deliver High Quality Work
4. Drive for Results
5. Focus on the Customer
6. Initiate Positive Change
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical, Automation, Instrumentation, or related fields; at least 3 years of procurement experience.
• Work Experience: Prior experience in valve procurement or related fields, with familiarity of the valve market and supply chain.
• Valve Knowledge: Basic understanding of the principles of various valve types (e.g., ball valves, butterfly valves, gate valves).
• Procurement Knowledge: Familiarity with valve procurement processes and standards, able to interpret technical specifications, determine procurement needs, and evaluate and select suitable suppliers.
• Supply Chain Management: Knowledge and skills in supply chain management, including supplier selection, procurement negotiations, contract management, and supplier performance evaluation.
• Cost-Effectiveness Analysis: Capable of conducting cost-benefit analyses to optimize procurement processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation abilities to effectively negotiate with suppliers on price, delivery time, technical support, and other aspects to reach favorable agreements.
Top Skills
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