About the role
About MISUMI Americas
MISUMI Americas, a division of MISUMI Group, is a leading provider of standard, configurable, and custom manufacturing solutions. By integrating a vast catalog of components with a world-class digital manufacturing platform, MISUMI Americas empowers engineers and procurement teams to accelerate innovation across the entire product lifecycle. With operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chicago, the company serves as a vital partner for the most innovative companies in the Americas.
Impact In This Role
The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing, developing, and managing mechanical products(linear shafts, timing pulleys, bushings, locating pins, washers, etc.) to support production programs. This role requires hands-on experience in full-cycle product development, and the ability to balance cost, lead time, quality, and risk in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.
You will report to the Strategic Sourcing Lead in Feidi.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Sourcing & Supplier Management
- Source and manage mechanical products, including linear shafts, timing pulleys, bushings, locating pins, washers, automation components, and raw materials.
- Leverage Misumi and similar catalogs while identifying and qualifying true OEM manufacturers in Guangdong.
- Build and maintain a diversified supplier base to reduce single-source dependency.
- Procurement Execution
- Own end-to-end product/project delivery: RFQs, cost analysis, negotiation, PO placement, delivery tracking.
- Negotiate not only price, but also MOQ, lead time, payment terms, capacity commitments, and buffering strategies.
- Manage NDAs, supplier agreements, and commercial terms in line with company policies.
- Technical & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and quality teams to ensure correct sourcing and smooth execution.
- Support substitutions, alternates, and value-engineering decisions when constraints arise.
- Supplier Performance & Risk Management
- Monitor supplier performance across quality, cost, and delivery.
- Drive corrective actions with underperforming suppliers.
- Anticipate supply risks and act early to prevent disruptions.
Desired Traits
- 5-8 years of experience in sourcing & supply chain.
- Written & Spoken English skills, CET-6 or above is preferred.
- Experience in mechanical products is preferred.
- Self-driven & problem-solving mindset.
- Willing to learn.
Perks and Benefits
- Housing fund, and social insurance, commercial insurance for employee and your child
- Annual leave, paid sick leave
- Team celebrations
- Annual training opportunities including English learning, technical skills certifications,
- Yearly health check-up
- And much, much more!
Interested in learning more? We look forward to hearing from you soon.
We’re actively seeking teammates who:
- Bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company.
- Excel at being part of a strong, empathetic team.
- Thrive in an environment emphasizing respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth.
- Have an ‘always learning’ mindset that celebrates learning, not just wins.
- Help us continue to build a world-class organization that values the contributions of all of our teammates
We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans.