Strategic Sourcing Engineer

Nanjing, Jiangsu
Permanent
Full-time

7 days ago

The Impact You'll MakeThis role requires a blend of engineering knowledge, negotiation skills, and market analysis to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality materials while reducing total costs. He/She will optimize our supply chain, identify reliable suppliers, and drive cost-effective procurement strategies with strong technical background in semiconductor components, manufacturing processes, and supplier relationship management.What You'll Be Doing1. Supplier Sourcing & Onboarding
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for IGBT power modules components, with focus on mechanics, e.g. injection molding, stamping and forging
- lead and coordinate for supplier onboarding with cross-function departments, R&D, Quality, Global Category Management and supplier regarding technical, commertial and other relevant topics
2. Cost Optimization
- Analyze BOMs and collaborate with R&D/engineering teams to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Lead RFQ processes, negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms with suppliers
- Monitor market trends to mitigate supply risks
3. Supply Chain Management
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, resolve technical issues, and manage lead times
- Develop contingency plans for critical components
- Implement VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) or JIT (Just-in-Time) strategies where applicable
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Support Quality teams for escalation of supplier-related quality issues
- Partner with R&D to support new product development (NPI) and component lifecycle management
5. Data-Driven Decision Making
- Use ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) to track supplier performance metrics (OTD, PPM, cost variance).
- Benchmark global supplier markets and maintain a competitive supplier database.What We're Looking For- Mechanic education background bachelor or higher and work expierence
- Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and global market trends for power modules
- Proficiency in cost modeling, should-cost analysis, and TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) frameworks
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills
- Familiarity with compliance requirements (e.g., RoHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals)
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus.What You'll Get from Us

We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
You'll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking about-we think they're pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference?If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category..Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

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