Material Sourcing Manager

About the job Material Sourcing Manager
About the Job
Transformer Robotics is looking for a strong Material Sourcing Manager to find and develop new material suppliers to strengthen the company's supply chain management
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Development of Raw Material Supply Base
Design and implement forward-looking strategies to enhance raw material supply networks, focusing on security, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.
Monitor and forecast market dynamics to proactively manage supply risks and cost volatility in collaboration with internal stakeholders and finished goods suppliers.
Cultivate a robust and agile supplier ecosystem by aligning finished goods partners with top-tier raw material sources.
Explore new sourcing avenues, alternative materials, and emerging suppliers to bolster supply chain resilience and adaptability.
2. Driving Cost Efficiency & Supply Chain Excellence
Utilize predictive analytics and market insights to support finished goods suppliers in securing favorable raw material procurement terms.
Recommend cost-saving initiatives through supplier collaboration, material innovation, and value engineering practices.
Stay abreast of global commodity pricing and geopolitical developments to ensure competitive and flexible sourcing strategies.
Implement benchmarking tools and supplier performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in cost and operational efficiency.
3. Proactive Risk Management & Continuity Planning
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in raw material sourcing.
Develop and maintain contingency plans, including backup and alternative sourcing strategies, to ensure uninterrupted supply.
Promote supplier diversification by guiding partners toward regional and global sourcing models that reduce dependency risks.
Partner with compliance teams to uphold regulatory, environmental, and ethical standards across the raw material supply chain.
4. Supplier Engagement & Strategic Influence
Identify, select, and manage high-performing raw material suppliers aligned with business objectives.
Create structured engagement frameworks to foster collaboration between finished goods suppliers and raw material vendors.
Build strategic alliances with key suppliers through influence and relationship management, securing access to premium materials.
Inspire supplier-driven innovation by encouraging investments in technology, sustainability, and operational excellence.
5. Cross-Functional Leadership & Strategic Alignment
Serve as a strategic advisor, delivering data-backed insights on global sourcing trends to inform executive decisions.
Collaborate with Product Development, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure raw material strategies support long-term growth.
Lead initiatives with finished goods suppliers to enhance supply chain agility and strategic sourcing capabilities.
Advocate for digital transformation in procurement, integrating AI-powered analytics and predictive tools to refine supplier selection and performance.
Job Requirements
Bachelors or Masters degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 10-15 years experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, or global procurement.
Demonstrated success in crafting future-ready sourcing strategies, enhancing supplier performance, and executing cost optimization programs.
Deep knowledge of market intelligence, supplier strategy, and cost modeling to anticipate and address sourcing challenges.
Proficiency in data-driven decision-making using procurement analytics and key supply chain performance indicators.
Strategic mindset with the ability to link macroeconomic trends to sourcing initiatives.
Strong influencing and negotiation capabilities, especially in managing supplier relationships without direct contractual authority.
Fluency in English & Vietnamese.
Who We Are
Transformer Robotics PTE is a Vietnam-based manufacturing arms of Transformer Tables a fast growing furniture startup headquartered in Canada.