Mô tả Công việc
Source and develop suppliers for specialized materials such as technical fabrics, metal trims, and plastic components for bags and protective gear.
Participate in brainstorming sessions with the R&D team to advise on material feasibility.
Manage the RFQ (Request for Quotation) process and issue sample purchase orders (PO) for the sampling stage.
Collaborate with R&D and
Purchasing teams to ensure on-time material delivery, supporting sample development timelines.
Collect quotations, perform cost comparisons, and negotiate pricing, MOQ, lead time, and commercial terms.
Monitor material progress for sampling and production, ensuring on-time delivery.
Work with suppliers on quality standards, testing, and certifications (e.g., REACH, CPSIA if applicable).
Maintain and update supplier database including pricing, lead time, capacity, and performance history.
Handle sourcing-related issues such as delays, quality problems, and material substitutions.
Work with R&D, Costing and QC on material specs and approvals