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Supply Chain Manager

Posted 12 August 2024
Salary Competitive Salary (DOE)
LocationSouth Carolina
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable Energy & InfrastructureEnergy, ESG & Green Tech Finance
ReferenceQG-SCM-12AUG24
Contact NameQihan Geng

Job description

​As a key member of the supply chain team, reporting directly to the Director of Supply Chain, you will oversee supplier management, ensuring alignment with quality, cost, delivery, and lead-time objectives. This role requires close collaboration with various departments and a proactive approach to supplier development, including potential involvement with sub-tier suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for raw materials, including wafers, silver paste, chemicals, and gases, to meet annual key performance metrics. This involves building and maintaining a robust supplier base.

  • Lead cross-functional teams, comprising R&D, New Product Introduction (NPI), Quality, and Procurement Operations, to establish and qualify global suppliers in accordance with energy sector standards. Ensure the continuity of supply while maintaining quality.

  • Manage strategic relationships with suppliers, including conducting complex contract negotiations.

  • Analyze internal and external business challenges and recommend best practices to enhance products, processes, and services.

  • Assume full responsibility for assigned suppliers, driving them to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets, potentially involving engagement with sub-tier suppliers.

  • Join a team recognized for its strong analytical capabilities, critical thinking, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

  • At least 4 years of experience in vendor management or procurement/supply chain.

  • Fluent in both English and Mandarin

  • Background in the solar industry is highly desirable.

  • Demonstrated strategic thinking and strong analytical abilities, with a practical approach to problem-solving.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to present effectively to diverse audiences.

  • Exceptional attention to detail, process-oriented, and excellent time management skills.

  • Self-driven, proactive, and efficient in managing tasks and responsibilities.