Job title: TECHNICAL SUPPLIER ENGINEER – RAW CABLE
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Summary/Objective: The Technical Supplier Coordinator is responsible for coordinating activities for third-party sourcing and manufacturing of raw cable in Asia. This is a strategic role focused on supplier onboarding and development, monitoring risks and opportunities within the supply chain, and driving performance metrics such as cost, yield, and capacity. The position serves as a local liaison to connect suppliers with internal engineering, operations, and sourcing teams to achieve desired outcomes.
Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:
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Identify and assess potential new suppliers through market research, industry networks, supplier outreach, and other means.
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Conduct initial supplier visits, supplier evaluations, capability assessments, and develop initial supplier relationships.
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Coordinate with Sourcing and Engineering on new supplier onboarding activities, sample builds, and product/process qualification.
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Ensure suppliers have adequate raw material supply and production capacity to support high speed cable ramp plans.
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Ensure suppliers adhere to all Samtec specifications including product drawings, control plans, and quality requirements.
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Manage implementation of new product introduction and changes at suppliers.
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Drive suppliers to improve performance including cost, yield, and capacity.
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Engage with suppliers on their product roadmaps and forward facing efforts.
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Work with internal raw cable and assembly engineering teams to optimize cable use in downstream assembly processes.
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Conduct regular on-site supplier visits and audits to identify risks and ensure execution readiness.
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Facilitate clear and timely communication regarding expectations, deliverables, and performance while tracking status, timelines of supplier contracts, purchase orders, and to escalate any schedule conflicts to management.
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Identify and escalate project risks and issues that could impact projects and carry out response plans determined by management.
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Create reports and status updates on project information and present them to management.
“The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.”
Required/Preferred Experience:
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5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, technical sourcing, or related technical role.
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Experience with onboarding and managing third-party manufacturers is preferred.
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Working knowledge of manufacturing processes for raw cables, cable assemblies, and/or similar electromechanical components is preferred.
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Ability to be forward thinking to anticipate risks and opportunities.
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Ability to work effectively with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
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Familiar with regional business practices and building supplier relationships.
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Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
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Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluent in Mandarin Chinese with working proficiency in English.
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Willingness to travel locally to supplier sites as required.
Education:
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Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or related engineering discipline.
- Lean six sigma certification is preferred.
- Certification demonstrating proficiency in supply chain is preferred.
Training required:
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On the job training as appropriate.
Languages: Mandarin, English
