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Job Position Opening at 889 Global Solutions Ltd.

Posted on: 03/05/2006

Job Position Opening at 889 Global Solutions Ltd.
Position Title: Industrial Sourcing Specialist

Job Summary: To work directly with clients and sourcing coordinators to devise, plan and execute all phases of a customized sourcing program. To communicate with current suppliers in foreign countries, and negotiate pricing, delivery frameworks in line with company's purchasing policies, and customer specifications.

Essential Functions: Communicate with customer about the products/items they want sourced, and develop, with client's assistance, detailed specifications sheets on the sourced items. Analyze the performance of suppliers for supply, pricing, delivery, and quality satisfaction. Place orders with suppliers. Expedite import process as required. Monitor quality of production, delivery dates, and satisfaction. Provide suppliers with feedback report. Secure samples and pricing of new products as requested.

Qualifications:

Preferred: B.S. degree in Materials Science Engineering

Preferred: Previous work experience in international trading, trade logistics, or manufacturing related field. Part-time work or internship experience acceptable.

Must be educated in the field Materials Science Engineering for the purpose of overseeing industrial component production. Must be fluent in Mandarin Chinese to communicate fluently with Chinese factories and Chinese production managers. Must have excellent computer skills in the area of word processing and internet access and communication. Energetic, pro-active, and detail-oriented with the ability to manage time and results. Must be able to multi-task.

Nice to have (but will train): purchasing and/or manufacturing experience including trading, manufacturing and purchasing practices in foreign countries.

Scope: 889 Global Solutions Ltd. is a small business operated by two Chinese-Americans. 889 specializes in importing promotional and industrial components from China and works to promote American business through global sourcing. The founder and president, Judy Huang, has assisted clients such as Columbus Mayor Coleman and Ohio Lieutenant Gov. Bruce Johnson to increase Ohio's business relations with China. This Industrial Sourcing Specialist job opening calls for a very detail-oriented and professional person who enjoys the fast-paced and demanding atmosphere of the small business environment. Please check out 889's website for more information on the company: www.889globalsolutions.com

Location: Columbus

Hours: Full time or part time available

Salary: Depends on experience and education

To Apply: Send resume to sample@889globalsolutions.com, Attn: Julie McDermott

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