We invite now high caliber talent to apply for Manager Sourcing (Core Range) to join our rapidly growing sourcing team in Hong Kong. This position supports product development and commercialization with a fast-paced successful team.
Responsibilities.
- Lead and drive product tendering and selection by follow up with appropriate suppliers and manufacturers.
- Apply product knowledge and expertise with allocated product area, the existing supplier & manufacturer base including detailed knowledge on production, raw materials and components, effecting continual improvement throughout ALDI’s supplier base.
- Recommend strategy to locate, develop and manage source of supply for ALDI direct buying program such as utilizing relevant trade fairs within Asia. Experience with Canton Fair preferential.
- Manage existing supplier relationships and direct buying contracted orders by regular communication, and factory meetings or visits.
- Coordinate and monitor the production of all direct buying contracted items within area of responsibility until final delivery.
- Communicate proactively internally with SUST, QA and international departments as well as external suppliers & service providers to track critical path of products and ensure success of direct bought products.
- Produce regular updates as well as maintaining information source / due diligence files for market trends including production regions, pricing of raw materials, and other cost relevant items.
- Support visits to ALDI buyers during visits to suppliers / manufacturers when required.
Your Profile.
- Degree holder in business or other relevant disciplines.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in similar positions gained in sizable organization.
- Good knowledge in core range production and sourcing businesses.
- Sound product knowledge for core range.
- Experience in sourcing and order completion for German market.
- Experience in sourcing and order completion for European market(s).
- Practical hands-on experience in factories in Mainland China and South East Asia.
- Proactive and result-oriented business approach.
- Pleasant, mature personality.
- Sound managerial skills and experience.
- Excellent communications and presentation skills, team player.
- Attention to details and good organizational, coordination and planning as well as problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel (mainly in China and South East Asia).
- Professional and positive attitude.
Key Benefits of working at ALDI.
Market leading remuneration package
- Rewarding, attractive remuneration package.
- Group Medical Insurance covering dental and maternity* benefits.
Work-life balance
- Full time, permanent position, 5-day-work-week.
- 20 days of paid Annual Leave.
Being part of a pleasant, successful, growing business
- ALDI’s business is expanding, same for the Hong Kong Office with lots of opportunities for growth and development.
- Pleasant working atmosphere where proactive communication, teamwork and collaboration is highly valued.
People Focused
- Structured, comprehensive orientation and on-the-job training.
- ALDI empowers our people allowing staff ownership of their areas of responsibilities.
Trust and Integrity
- WE DO WHAT WE SAY - for us there is no grey area, we have robust business processes, procedures and strong governance in place.
- We treat our staff members, customers, suppliers and service providers with trust and fairness as business partners.
* Maternity benefits only apply for female employees due to local Insurance policy
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for the job, we look forward to receiving your full application in English, including salary expectation and possible starting date. The application should be sent through CTgoodjobs by clicking icon “Apply Now” or addressed to ALDI HR, Ms Chow, Unit 2501, Tower 1, The Gateway, Harbour City, TST, Hong Kong.
ALDI is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are dedicated to create an equal opportunity throughout recruitment process and staff employment to build a diverse and inclusive workforce. We oppose all forms of unfair or unlawful discrimination in our selection process.
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