Sourcing Engineer

Location: Nanjing, Hengtai, China

Company: Epiroc (Nanjing) Construction & Mining Equipment Ltd, Underground Division

Business Area: Equipment & Service

Department: Sourcing

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Sourcing Engineer to join our sourcing team within Epiroc's Underground Division. You will play a critical role in supporting company projects by identifying, developing, and managing qualified suppliers that meet our competitive cost, quality, and delivery standards. Your collaboration with cross-functional teams such as SDE (Supplier Development Engineering), RD (Research & Development), and D&D (Design & Development) will ensure smooth supplier integration and alignment with the company's technical and commercial requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support ongoing company projects by searching for and developing stable and qualified suppliers alongside the SDE and RD teams.
• Negotiate competitive total costs with suppliers to achieve cost efficiency without sacrificing quality.
• Work closely with the SDE team to establish and implement quality improvement targets and programs for all new suppliers.
• Coordinate with the D&D team to maintain clear and effective communication with suppliers, ensuring they fully comprehend Epiroc's lead time, technical specifications, and quality requirements.
• Take full ownership of the process from initial sample placement through to full verification and supplier qualification.
• Manage acceptable supplier lead times to align with project timelines and ensure smooth transition from sample to batch production.
• Implement and facilitate supplier phase-in and phase-out activities, coordinating closely with all relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and organize supplier evaluation plans for all local suppliers based on TSQP standards, while tracking and driving improvements in supplier quality.
• Take responsibility for overall supplier quality management and support Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE) in resolving quality issues.
• Conduct regular price negotiations (1-2 times per year) with local suppliers with a focus on ongoing cost reduction.
• Drive continuous cost savings initiatives through localization strategies and supply chain optimization.
• Negotiate lead times and payment terms with local suppliers to meet corporate financial and operational targets.
• Monitor supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance against targets and initiate improvement actions as needed.
• Foster positive and transparent relationships with suppliers based on open communication, integrity, and mutual respect.
• Administer and manage supply agreements, ensuring all appendices are signed, archived correctly, and accessible.
• Ensure that all commercial master data including pricing, lead time, and minimum order quantity (MOQ) is accurate and up to date in the system.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• University degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement and sourcing, preferably in a technical or engineering environment.
• Strong negotiation skills with proven ability to assess vendor capabilities and drive competitive agreements.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and demonstrate initiative as a self-starter.
• Professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with fluency in English required.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a multicultural environment and collaborate effectively within diverse teams.
• High ethical standards and commitment to executing responsibilities with integrity.
• Result-oriented mindset with openness to innovative thinking and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

By joining our team, you become part of a knowledgeable and supportive network of colleagues who are passionate about collaboration, commitment, and innovation. We prioritize a culture that supports a healthy work-life balance, offers opportunities for professional development, and provides access to global career growth within the organization.

At Epiroc, we provide an inclusive and respectful workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued. Our comprehensive benefits package and investment in employee well-being reflect our commitment to your holistic success. Your efforts will contribute directly to advancing the company's leadership in construction and mining equipment by ensuring a resilient and efficient supply chain.

Behavioral Expectations

• Adaptability to multicultural work environments with a strong team orientation.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, capable of managing competing priorities.
• Execution with high ethical standards and transparency.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English to effectively collaborate within global teams.
• Willingness to innovate, experiment with new ideas, and focus on results that drive business success.