Job Summary: The Overseas Sourcing Manager will be responsible for strategically identifying, evaluating, and managing a global network of manufacturers and suppliers, with a primary focus on ODM, ceramics/Glass/Stainless products. This role is critical to ensuring competitive pricing, high-quality standards, on-time delivery, and ethical sourcing practices. The successful candidate will drive cost savings, mitigate supply chain risks, and foster strong, long-term relationships with international partners.

Key Responsibilities:
61 Supplier Identification & Evaluation:
o Proactively research and identify new overseas suppliers and manufacturers, particularly in Asia, aligning with company product development strategies.
o Conduct thorough due diligence, including factory audits, capability assessments, and financial health checks, to ensure compliance with quality, social, and environmental standards.
o Build and maintain a robust database of qualified suppliers.
61 Negotiation & Contract Management:
o Lead complex negotiations with suppliers to achieve favorable pricing, payment terms, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and lead times.
o Draft, review, and manage sourcing contracts, ensuring clarity on specifications, quality requirements, intellectual property, and compliance.
61 Product Development & Project Management:
o Collaborate closely with internal product development, design, and marketing teams to translate product concepts into manufacturable designs, particularly for ODM items.
o Manage the sampling and prototyping process, ensuring samples meet design, quality, and functional requirements.
o Oversee production schedules and milestones, proactively addressing potential delays or issues.
61 Relationship Management:
o Cultivate and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key overseas suppliers.
o Conduct regular performance reviews with suppliers, providing feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
61 Travel:
o Willingness and ability to travel internationally, primarily to Southeast Asia, for factory visits, trade shows, and supplier meetings.

Qualifications:
61 Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, International Trade, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
61 Experience:
o Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in overseas sourcing or procurement.
o Demonstrable expertise in sourcing ODM products is essential.
o Proven experience specifically with gifts, and/or ceramics/ glass/ stainless products is highly preferred.
o Strong track record of successful supplier identification, qualification, and relationship management.
o Experience with international logistics, customs, and trade compliance.
61 Skills & Competencies:
o Fluency in English (written and spoken) is a significant advantage, given the common sourcing locations.
o Exceptional negotiation and communication skill.
o Excellent project management and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
o Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
o Problem-solving mindset with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
o High degree of integrity and ethical conduct.