Sourcing Agent in Shenzhen for Canton Fair

Posted 2 months ago
Worldwide

We are a design consulting firm, specializing in the design of consumer products, appliances, and electronics. We’re seeking a highly motivated and skilled Sourcing Agent based in Shenzhen.

Currently we need someone who can attend the Canton Fair on our behalf, build supplier contacts and visit a few factories. The role holds potential for recurring work, engaging in supply related activities that are crucial to our design and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:
• Attend the Canton Fair and other relevant events as our representative.
• Conduct factory audits to ensure compliance with various standards.
• Source suppliers that meet our quality and reliability requirements.
• Manage production schedules to ensure timely project completion.
• Help foster and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Handle translation and documentation efficiently to ensuring clear communication.

Requirements:
• Fluency in English and Mandarin is essential.
• Strong experience in sourcing, particularly within consumer products, electronics, and appliances sectors.
• Proven ability in factory auditing, supplier sourcing, production management, and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

  • Not Sure
    Hourly
  • 1-3 months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • $15.00

    -

    $35.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
  • Contract-to-hire
    This job has the potential to turn into a full time role
Skills and Expertise
Sourcing Price & Quote Negotiation
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Activity on this job
  • Proposals:
    5 to 10
  • Last viewed by client:
    2 weeks ago
  • Hires:
    1
  • Interviewing:
    1
  • Invites sent:
    0
  • Unanswered invites:
    0
About the client
Member since Mar 10, 2022
  • Canada
    Montreal 2:00 AM
  • 3 jobs posted
    100% hire rate, 1 open job
  • $2.9K total spent
    4 hires, 3 active
  • $33.35 /hr avg hourly rate paid
    75 hours
  • Engineering & Architecture
    Small company (2-9 people)

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