Sourcing Specialist (Garment - Chinese Speaking)

ABOUT THE ROLE
Crossian is a high-growth technology-driven eCommerce business. Behind our success is our people. As a start-up formed in 2020, we have created a fast-paced and dynamic environment, enabling our people to reach a collective CAGR of over 400% in just under 3 years. Our mission now is to build DTC brands and increase customer LTV by providing best-valued products backed by no-nonsense customer service policies as Customer Centricity is at the core of our values.
Position overview:
We are seeking a senior Sourcing Specialist to identify suppliers/factories in China to uphold our quality and enable timely order execution as we scale. As a senior sourcing specialist, you are expected to lead sourcing initiatives to identify top suppliers/factories in China, ensure optimal product quality, timely delivery, and cost efficiency.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Supplier Identification & Evaluation:
Develop criteria for vetting new suppliers on production capabilities, quality systems, lead times, etc.
Source potential suppliers/factories in China through market research and network outreach.
Assess supplier facilities and conduct capability audits.
Sourcing execution:
Analyse new product request from R&D team and start end-to-end sourcing projects including product match assessment, price negotiations, contracts.
Keep tracking on sale volume of the product and proactively expand sourcing scope to ensure capability of order fulfillment from suppliers.
Follow up sourcing activities to ensure on-time delivery of orders.
Expand partnership network by Identifying and acquiring the right suppliers and factories.
Performance management:
Periodically review supplier performance base on analytical data and lead improvement process with suppliers in charge.
Lead discussions to renegotiate contracts/pricing as needed.
Process improvement:
Develop suppliers/subcontractor selection criteria, negotiate price, terms and conditions, cost reduction calculation, breakdown and analyze the actual cost.
Develop knowledge of suppliers capabilities, capacity and performance and contribute to the right placement decisions.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
At Crossian, our people are the key to our success. We believe in creating an attractive total compensation package (TCP) that not only retains employees but allows them to excel in their profession. These include:
Competitive salary (17 - 30M VND & negotiable depending on what you bring to the table).
20 days of work-from-home per year & 12 days of paid annual leave.
Full salary during probation.
Global health insurance package for yourself and direct family members.
Quarterly bonus and year-end bonus as part of our profit-sharing program.
Guaranteed 13th-month salary.
General company T&D Program.
A Pantry & a Crossian Cafe stocked with goodies, ready to serve.
Lots of other company benefits including a 5-star annual Summer Summit, budget for frequent team building activities, and other monthly/quarterly/annual company events.
Other benefits in accordance with the Company's Policy and Vietnam Labor Laws.
Please note, we thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Bachelor degree in business, Chinese language.
+3 years experience in sourcing/procurement with Chinese partners.
Experienced in sourcing new vendors in apparels industry.
Good understanding of business process when working with apparels factories.
Have background and knowledge in Chinese culture.
Fluent in Chinese language abilities, English is a plus.
Superior communication and negotiation skills.
Be familiar with sourcing platform like Ali Express, Tmall, 1688.
Proven success in securing favorable contracts.