Buyer, Product Developer Job in Hudson 01749, Massachusetts US
Buyer, Product Developer for Asian Operations:
Source and purchase automotive accessories, household products, air-fresheners and other automotive aftermarket products from China. Candidate should have Chinese culture and language knowledge, and have extensive experience in manufacturing and business operations in China, as well as an good understanding of international transportation logistics. Some travel required.
Responsibilities
- Sourcing potential vendors in Asia. (OEM auto accessories, air-fresheners, household products, and tools).
- Performing detailed “Due Diligence” on vendors and making vendor recommendations.
- Negotiating contracts.
- Preparing various documents according to the company procedures: contracts, POs, payment requests, design requests, shipping reports, etc.
- Managing communications and good business relations with vendors and customers in Asia.
- Completing business analysis of various projects and products.
- Managing the development of new product lines.
- Organizing the consolidating international shipments..
- Assisting in the development of the company’s strategic business activities in Asia.
Education / Background Requirements
1. Fluent Chinese preferred.
2. Minimum 3 years purchasing and supply chain experience in China.
3. Strong leadership, problem-solving, decision-making and analyzing skills.
4. Excellent negotiating skills, creative thinking and initiative.
5. College degree preferred.
6. Proficient with Microsoft Office and database software.
7. Willingness to work evening hours as needed.