Job title: APAC Supplier Development Lead

Location: Qingdao / Shanghai – CN

Reports To: Global Sourcing Leader CCR

About this role: the Supplier Development Lead is responsible for researching, identification and supporting the qualification of new suppliers. This role supports global strategic sourcing initiatives by building a robust and competitive supplier base to support CCR’s cost competitiveness. The role is required to interface with various areas of the business (e.g., Product Management, Engineering, Factories) on a local and global level.

Key Responsibilities

61 Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers across APAC regional markets.
61 Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified suppliers for key commodities
61 Evaluate supplier capabilities, certifications, financial health, and compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
61 Collaborate with engineering, product marketing and quality teams to define supplier requirements
61 Lead initial supplier engagement including RFI/RFP/RFQ processes based on defined technical requirements
61 Maintain and update a supplier database, including performance, capabilities, and risk profiles in the APAC region.
61 Collaborate with other businesses within the Corporation to leverage supply base to drive synergies for CCR.
61 Support Supplier Quality team in the qualification process of suppliers.
61 Monitor market trends, new product developments relative to CCR’s key commodities and provide regular updates
61 Support make-versus-buy analyses and sourcing strategy development.
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84 Responsible for data collection, consolidation, processing and analysis of Quality Metrics and other ad-hoc Reports related to supplier quality
84 Responsible for follow up and data accuracy

Basic Qualifications
84 Degree in Technical Field or Supply Chain
84 ＞ 5 years experience in Supplier Sourcing or Procurement
84 Experience with Supplier Qualification process
84 Proficient Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Power BI)
84 Local language and advanced English is a requirement
84 Skills: Negotiation, Analytic, Communication and
Other qualifications that would be beneficial in this role:
84 Project or Program Management
84 SAP
84 Refrigeration application knowledge is a plus


Open to Travel
Remote work possible based on hiring location rules