Procurement Leader

is responsible for delivering localization objectives in cost, quality, technology and supply resilience, while also strengthening sourcing capabilities, supplier management practices and team effectiveness. The position leads a team of Sourcing and SQE Engineers and works closely with China and global Procurement, Engineering, R&D, Quality and Operations teams to support both localization projects and ongoing business needs. Responsibilities: Lead the sourcing strategy and execution for product localization projects from supplier scouting through

and production ramp-up. Develop product and sourcing strategies, including local vs. global sourcing, supplier selection and supplier allocation. Identify, evaluate and develop capable Chinese suppliers for technically complex products and components. Lead cost analysis, Should-Cost / Should-Pay and commercial negotiations to achieve competitive product costs. Build strategic supplier relationships and drive supplier performance in Cost, Quality, Delivery and Technology. Work closely with SQEs to ensure effective supplier qualification and industrialization, including APQP / PPAP. Act as the key interface between Chinese suppliers and global Engineering / R&D teams, facilitating technical communication and localization decisions. Read and understand English engineering drawings, BOMs and technical specifications and translate technical requirements into sourcing and supplier development actions. Lead and develop a team of Sourcing and SQE Engineers and drive effective cross-functional collaboration.