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Senior Manager / Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing

Senior Manager / Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing

Hatch AsiaSingapore
20 days ago
Job description

The Challenges

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

  • Develop and execute a global strategic sourcing strategy for solar cells, ensuring cost optimization, quality, and supply chain stability.
  • Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with key solar cell suppliers (SEA & China) to secure reliable, cost-effective, and compliant sources.
  • Manage and optimize relationships with current suppliers while developing new partnerships for future growth and cost reduction.
  • Establish alternative suppliers to mitigate risks and enhance supply chain resilience.
  • Formulate and execute annual cost reduction programs while ensuring supply continuity and quality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with R&D, NPI teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to guide product design decisions based on the latest solar cell advancements.
  • Collaborate with finance teams to quantify pricing impacts and assess the economic feasibility of sourcing strategies.

    • Industry Expertise & Compliance

  • Stay ahead of solar industry trends, regulations, and policies (including U.S. laws and anti-dumping regulations) that impact sourcing decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with global trade regulations, import / export laws, and industry standards.
  • Provide strategic business insights on sourcing strategy, supplier performance, and cost structures.

    • Efficiency & Process Optimization

  • Implement strategies to increase efficiencies with existing suppliers while driving continuous improvement in manufacturing and supply chain processes.
  • Drive supplier development initiatives to ensure a mature and stabilized supply chain with optimized cost structures.
  • Support internal processes such as SLT forecasting, production planning, and risk mitigation strategies.

    • What It Takes

  • 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or procurement within the solar industry or related sectors.
  • Strong technical expertise in solar cell technology, manufacturing processes, and supplier landscapes within ASEAN & China.
  • In-depth understanding of global solar cell market trends, industry regulations, and compliance requirements (U.S. trade laws, anti-dumping policies, CPV regulations, etc.)
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to quantify impact, develop cost models, and drive data-driven decisions.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with R&D, NPI, finance, and supply chain teams to align sourcing strategies with business goals
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