Sourcing Engineer

About Source Of Asia
Way beyond a simple consulting firm, Source of Asia is an international business accelerator. In simple words, we enable our customers to explore, operate and grow business in Vietnam, across ASEAN, and further afield. We thrive on challenges, permanently motivated to learn and grow along the way.
We believe success lies in the human relationships we build. This dynamic environment is the ideal gateway for talents, who believe, like we do, in sustainable growth. Our fast-growing company is permanently looking for new talents.
The following job description pertains to an external position that we are currently hiring for on behalf of our client. Submit your application today!
Working location: Long Hau 3 Industrial Park, Can Giuoc Commune, Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam
Main Responsibilities
Our client designs, develops, and manufactures professional instrumentation used by some of the world's top brands in the fields of industrial, environmental, and scientific measurements. They mainly focus on Original Design Manufacturing (ODM), which means they design new products for their customers based on the solid foundation of core competencies in engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality. They are one of the largest ODM companies in Taiwan that specialize in handheld instruments.
Our client focuses on manufacturing these products to be directly shipped to our customers outside of Vietnam.
The Sourcing
Engineer is responsible for identifying, selecting, and qualifying local Vietnamese suppliers of our core commodity Raw Goods (RG).
The list of core commodities includes: packaging (shipping and colored product boxes), printed materials, PCA/EE components, plastic and rubber injection molded parts, extruded aluminum and brass parts, CNC metal parts, and other customized parts.
The Sourcing
Engineer will be working with a local sourcing agent partner to handle coordination and communication directly with the suppliers.
Objectives of this role
Ability to clearly read and understand blueprints/technical drawings. (Excluding design requirements.)
Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and technical personnel. (Clearly defining requirements and identifying problems.).
Ability to evaluate suppliers. (Regarding cost, quality, capacity, etc.)
Ability to demonstrate understanding of timelines of need including samples stage, pilot stage, and start of mass production phases.
Requirements
Critical skills
Organizational and execution skills.
Evaluation and decision-making capabilities.
Document recording and management.
Deep understanding of commodity production processes such as metal extrusion, CNC milling, die-casting, PCA manufacturing, and printed material fabrication.
Additional Evaluation Criteria
5+ years of experience as a Sourcing Engineer, Sourcing Specialist.
BS in Engineering in related field.
Willingness to learn the differences between various materials.
Ability to work independently.
Possess logical thinking and analytical skills.
Vietnamese and English language proficiency skills are required.
Willingness to meet with suppliers at their factory is required.
The ability to work independently is required.
Benefits
Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic team environment.
Comprehensive training and support are provided to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
Access to cutting-edge tools and software to support job responsibilities.
Other employee benefits follow company policies.
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