ABOUT THE ROLE
Crossian is a high-growth technology-driven eCommerce business. Behind our success is our people. As a start-up formed in 2020, we have created a fast-paced and dynamic environment, enabling our people to reach a collective CAGR of over 400% in just under 3 years. Our mission now is to build DTC brands and increase customer LTV by providing best-valued products backed by no-nonsense customer service policies as Customer Centricity is at the core of our values.
Position overview:
We are seeking a senior Sourcing Specialist to identify suppliers/factories in China to uphold our quality and enable timely order execution as we scale. As a senior sourcing specialist, you are expected to lead sourcing initiatives to identify top suppliers/factories in China, ensure optimal product quality, timely delivery, and cost efficiency.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Supplier Identification & Evaluation:
- Source potential suppliers/factories in China through market research and network outreach.
- Develop criteria for vetting new suppliers on production capabilities, quality systems, lead times, etc.
- Assess supplier facilities and conduct capability audits.
Sourcing execution:
- Analyse new product request from R&D team and start end-to-end sourcing projects including product match assessment, price negotiations, contracts.
- Follow up sourcing activities to ensure on-time delivery of orders.
- Keep tracking on sale volume of the product and proactively expand sourcing scope to ensure capability of order fulfillment from suppliers.
- Expand partnership network by Identifying and acquiring the right suppliers and factories.
Performance management:
- Periodically review supplier performance base on analytical data and lead improvement process with suppliers in charge.
- Lead discussions to renegotiate contracts/pricing as needed.
Process improvement:
- Develop suppliers/subcontractor selection criteria, negotiate price, terms and conditions, cost reduction calculation, breakdown and analyze the actual cost.
- Develop knowledge of suppliers capabilities, capacity and performance and contribute to the right placement decisions.