Role Purpose:

The Strategic Sourcing Supervisor is responsible for leading sourcing initiatives for steel and industrial tooling categories. This role focuses on developing and executing strategies that deliver cost savings, ensure supply continuity, and drive innovation. The position requires strong analytical skills, supplier management expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Planning

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for steel and industrial tools aligned with company goals.
• Conduct market intelligence, cost analysis, and risk assessments to identify opportunities.
• Drive long-term value creation through supplier partnerships and strategic initiatives.

Supplier Management

• Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, delivery, and compliance.
• Lead negotiations for pricing, contracts, and terms to achieve cost competitiveness.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement plans.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to meet technical requirements.
• Support new product development and tooling projects with timely sourcing solutions.
• Act as a sourcing advisor for internal stakeholders.

Risk & Compliance

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to steel and tooling categories.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Track and report category performance metrics (cost savings, supplier KPIs, risk mitigation).
• Drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes and tools.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in sourcing/procurement, preferably in steel and tooling.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
• Knowledge of global steel markets and industrial tooling technology.
• Proficiency in procurement systems (ERP) and MS Office tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; additional Chinese language is a plus.