Senior Purchasing Specialist

Suzhou - China

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact peoples lives in homes around the world. the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than 3600 associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to join our team specializing in the Robotics and Small Home Appliance industries. This role involves the strategic sourcing of new products and suppliers supplier relationship management and ensuring compliance with purchasing policies and regulations. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise to optimize purchasing strategies and enhance supplier performance.

Responsibilities:

Conduct searches for new products and suppliers including industry surveys and supplier field survey collections and analyses.
Create purchasing plans review requirements and manage material requisitions selecting appropriate purchasing methods and suppliers.
Manage supplier relationships establish performance standards and assess supplier performance to meet company requirements.
Negotiate with suppliers on pricing payment terms and contract agreements including NDAs.
Resolve contractual disputes and take emergency actions as needed.
Monitor raw material market prices and industry trends sharing insights with the team to improve cost efficiency.
Identify alternative materials and suppliers for purchased goods.
Prepare and enhance purchasing department procedures and management documents.
Address and resolve issues related to incoming material quality and quantity.
Ensure all purchasing actions comply with relevant policies regulations and ethical standards.

Qualifications:

10 years of experience in the Robotics or Small Home Appliance industry.
Strong knowledge and experience in electronic products manufacturing processes and EE components purchasing.
Excellent communication interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Team-oriented self-motivated and capable of working independently.
Background in supplier quality project management and mechanical and electrical engineering.
High work ethic and adaptable attitude.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in English both written and oral; skilled in office software like Excel and Access.

Travel Requirements:

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja we dont just raise the barwe push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible push boundaries and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane youll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance retirement plans paid time off employee stock purchase options wellness programs SharkNinja product discounts and more.We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining whats possible. When you join youre not just part of a companyyoure part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together we wont just launch productswell disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja Diversity Equity and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinjas innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work making an impact and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership associates and our community we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC

About UsSharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact peoples lives in homes around the world. the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one ...