Strategic Procurement Specialist

4 weeks ago

Shanghai, Shanghai, China Sonos, Inc. Full time

About Sonos, Inc.


We're a global technology company that's passionate about creating incredible sound experiences for our customers. As a leading provider of wireless home speakers and audio systems, we're always pushing the boundaries of innovation and design.



Job Title: Strategic Procurement Specialist

We're seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Specialist to join our team. This role will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that drive cost savings and efficiency across our global supply chain.



Responsibilities:

  • Develop and Implement Procurement Strategies: Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
  • Sourcing and Negotiation: Source raw materials and components from domestic and international suppliers, negotiating prices and terms that meet our business needs.
  • Inventory Management: Maintain inventory levels at agreed safety stock levels to ensure clear to build is maintained.
  • Return Forecasts and Production Planning: Review inventory levels, return forecasts in conjunction with production plans to maintain adequate inventory levels and avoid overages.
  • B-Stock BOM Creation: Create new B-Stock BOMs to support refurbishment and repair.
  • Last Time Buys: Lead last time buys for reverse logistics to ensure continuity of component supply through b-stock lifecycle.
  • Post EOL Sourcing: Establish post EOL sourcing solutions directly with suppliers.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and meet regularly with key suppliers.
  • Process Improvement: Partner with GSMs, MPMs, and Product Ops to improve b-stock component procurement processes.
  • Logistics Optimization: Manage logistics of b-stock component globally, ensuring logistics costs are optimized for and we maximize full containers and distribute components efficiently.


What You'll Need

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Knowledge of manufacturing & assembly processes
  • Thorough experience with Excel and ability to analyze large amounts of data quickly
  • Experience with ERP procurement such as Oracle, SAP
  • Strong communication, presentation, and program management skills
  • Good communication skills in English both written and oral
  • Good teamwork, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work flexible hours


Preferred:

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, economics, finance
  • Excellent analytical, Excel, program management, presentation, and negotiation skills
  • A passion for process improvement and cost savings
  • Experience with SAP S4 Hana
  • Experience with Arena
  • Proven track record of collaboration with both technical and non-technical teams
  • Familiarity and experience of returns management, technical reverse logistics operations (screening, refurb/repair)


Salary Range:

We offer a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience.

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