China Sourcing Agent / Partnership Manager for Humanoid Robotics
Worldwide
We are Droid Depot, a US-based robotics startup building a managed deployment platform for robots. We have active client demand and are looking for a Shenzhen-based sourcing expert / partnership manager to help us establish strategic partnerships and consignment arrangements with humanoid & advanced robotics manufacturers in China. What We Need • Identify and introduce verified humanoid / advanced robotics manufacturers (e.g. companies in the UBTECH, Unitree, or similar ecosystem) • Leverage existing connections to arrange introductions, meetings, and factory visits • Support negotiation of partnership terms, consignment deals, pricing, and MOQs • Provide ongoing on-ground support (vetting, quality checks, relationship management) Must-Have Requirements • Based in Shenzhen (or very close — Dongguan, Guangzhou, etc.) • Strong existing network in the humanoid robotics / advanced electronics manufacturing sector • Proven experience closing partnership / OEM / consignment deals (please share examples) • Technical understanding of robotics/hardware is a big plus • Fluent English + native Mandarin Budget & Structure • Initial milestone-based (e.g. “Deliver 5 qualified warm introductions + summary”) • Then possible monthly retainer for ongoing support • Long-term collaboration preferred How to Apply Please reply with: 1. Your current location 2. Examples of robotics/electronics partnerships or deals you’ve closed 3. One or two relevant manufacturer contacts you could potentially introduce quickly 4. Your hourly rate or expected milestone pricing Only serious candidates with real Shenzhen robotics connections will be considered.
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 1-3 monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
- Remote Job
- One-time projectProject Type
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