Supplier Development Manager
Core
Identify, develop, and qualify emerging market suppliers for the Oil & Gas sector across the Asia Pacific region to maximize market competition and drive innovation.
Role type
Senior IC supplier development manager (emerging markets)
Builds
Global supplier base and sourcing strategies for performance and specialty products in chemicals and lubricants
Domain
Oil & Gas / Emerging Markets / Asia Pacific
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
supplier identification and development, EPC processes knowledge, engineered equipment expertise, Asia Pacific market intelligence, supplier pre-screening and qualification, category strategy operationalization, supplier relationship management, market trend analysis, cross-functional collaboration, project management
Preferred skills
MBA or Master in Engineering, experience with international travel
Technologies
none stated
Responsibilities
Identify potential suppliers via market research and internal networks; conduct pre-screening including site visits to verify engineering and quality capabilities; facilitate technical qualification exercises with specialists; synthesize long-term market trends and alert category managers; evaluate and recommend top-tier suppliers; maintain preferred supplier relationships and manage escalations; support category strategies and monitor supplier performance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC