Job Title

Senior Vendor Manager

Reference

CNSH 1501–3

Job Description

Our client offers integrated cargo flow solutions for maritime transportation and offshore industries. It is a global company with facilities near ports worldwide. Once their system is in service, they provide  in the form of maintenance and service solutions that take care of the full lifetime of their equipment.

More than 10,000 employees worldwide

Worldwide turnover exceeding RMB650 Million in 2013

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Identify, qualify and select competent suppliers to supply components, services and manufacturing facilities in accordance with company policy and business strategy

Develop relationships with key suppliers and ensure optimal cooperation

Continuously follow production, component and steel market development in China to be able in time to report and utilize advantages or prevent negative consequences

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Industry: Marine (CMH division)

Reports to: Global Sourcing VP

Negotiate and sign agreements on behalf of the company with suppliers and partners

Ensure the availability of components and manufactures to meet planned product volumes

Maintain agreement with suppliers for components and manufacturing. Incorporate secrecy and group assignment clauses in the agreements when needed

In cooperation with the Company’s R&D, Quality and other functions identify and evaluate Chinese supplier base

Participate in developing work flow and logistic models with our suppliers and partners

Secure that our business system (SAP) is correct updated regarding supplier data relative to China, including delivery conditions, prices and lead times

Reporting results and development within sourcing in China to Strategic Sourcing functions in the Company

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor degree, ideally in a technical discipline (mechanical, design, automation, etc…). Preferably combined with diploma in commercial discipline

Experience

3-5 years relevant experience as commercial/technical buyer in the shipbuilding , machine industry or heavy industry

Proven successful experience in international purchasing

Competencies

Good technical understanding

Good writing skills in Chinese and English

Excellent negotiating experience

Ability to solve problems, analytic and flexible

Independently working

Good teamwork and communication skills

Location

Shanghai