Sourcing Specialist

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
You will report to the Head of Sourcing 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.