Location
Guangzhou, China Office
Workplace
Not specified
Level
Mid-Level
AccelZelda VenturesPosted 11mo agoListed 333 days - may be stale
Skills & Keywords
Market DataResearchSupply Chain ManagementMachiningGoogle Sheets
Department
Strategic Sourcing & Supply
Role Type
Research Scientist
About This Role
About MISUMI Americas
MISUMI Americas, a division of MISUMI Group, is a leading provider of standard, configurable, and custom manufacturing solutions. By integrating a vast catalog of components with a world-class digital manufacturing platform, MISUMI Americas empowers engineers and procurement teams to accelerate innovation across the entire product lifecycle. With operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chicago, the company serves as a vital partner for the most innovative companies in the Americas.
Impact In This Role
You will research, identify, and document potential manufacturing partners (CNC machining, die casting, forging, etc.) to help Fictiv’s sourcing team make data-driven decisions. Your work will directly contribute to expanding our supplier pool, improving cost efficiency, and ensuring a reliable supply chain for our customers.
You will report to the Strategic Sourcing Manager.
What You’ll Be Doing
-
-
Supplier Identification:
- Assist in researching and identifying potential new suppliers/vendors across various categories.
- Collect company profile, equipment list, RFI(Request for Information), RFQ(Request for Quote) from potential suppliers.
- Prepare pre-assessment summary report.
- Attend industry exhibitions (as needed) to gather supplier insights and market trends.
- Conduct market analysis to stay informed about industry trends, commodity pricing, and potential supply chain risks.
Supplier Management:
1- Responsible for signing MSA, NDA, TOS with suppliers.
2- Complete supplier onboarding processes.
3- Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records in the procurement system, including contact information, pricing agreements, and performance documentation.
4- Purchase Order (PO) management: issuing PO and tracking order status to ensure timely delivery.
-
Desired Traits
- Bachelor’s degree (Supply Chain, International Trade, Economics, ect.).
- 1-3 Years experience in sourcing & supply chain.
- Strong English verbal, reading/writing skills (CET6 or equivalent preferred).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets (data organization, filtering, basic analysis).
- Open mindset & Willingness to learn and adapt.
- ✅ Self-Motivated Learner – Eager to develop expertise in sourcing and manufacturing.
- ✅ Detail-Oriented – Strong organizational skills to manage supplier data accurately.
- ✅ Research-Driven – Comfortable digging into market data to find the best suppliers.
- ✅ Collaborative Mindset – Works well with sourcing team to support strategic goals.
Perks and Benefits
- Housing fund, and social insurance, commercial insurance for employee and your child
- Annual leave, paid sick leave
- Team celebrations
- Annual training opportunities including English learning, technical skills certifications,
- Yearly health check-up
- And much, much more!
Interested in learning more? We look forward to hearing from you soon.
We’re actively seeking teammates who:
- Bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company.
- Excel at being part of a strong, empathetic team.
- Thrive in an environment emphasizing respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth.
- Have an ‘always learning’ mindset that celebrates learning, not just wins.
- Help us continue to build a world-class organization that values the contributions of all of our teammates
We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans.