Senior Sourcing Engineer
Core
Lead strategic sourcing and category management for Particle Optics or EM OEM commodities to optimize cost, ensure supply continuity, and strengthen supplier capabilities within China.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing engineer (commodity management)
Builds
Resilient supply chains for high-technology manufacturing components (Particle Optics, EM OEM)
Domain
Life Sciences / Analytical Instruments / High-technology manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
strategic sourcing, supplier development, commercial negotiations, contract management, supplier performance management, New Product Introduction (NPI) support, cost modeling, localization strategy, market analysis
Preferred skills
SAP/ERP proficiency, Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, value engineering, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, Asia-Pacific region sourcing experience
Technologies
SAP, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Lead supplier selection, RFQ/RFP activities, and onboarding; Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives; Partner with R&D and Engineering for early supplier involvement; Monitor supplier performance and mitigate supply chain risks; Analyze market trends to identify sourcing opportunities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC