Role Overview

Own a critical part of our upstream supply chain — from purchase order creation all the way to delivery at U.S. ports.
Support and co-own supplier relationships in China in close partnership with the VP Supply Chain and leadership team.
Help negotiate and manage commercial terms, including pricing, payment terms, and Incoterms.
Serve as the primary point of contact for supplier-related topics.
Drive supplier performance across cost, lead time, quality, and reliability.
Identify and onboard new suppliers when needed.
Prepare and issue accurate purchase orders based on business requirements.
Propose replenishment plans based on demand, inventory levels, and lead times.
Monitor order confirmations and ensure alignment with agreed commercial terms.
Track purchase order progress from placement through shipment.
Proactively identify supply risks and drive corrective actions.
Define and manage the spare parts strategy together with Operations and Customer Support, including forecasting, replenishment, and inventory optimization.
Coordinate production schedules with suppliers to support business needs.
Monitor timelines and drive on-time production completion.
Work closely with suppliers to reduce lead times and improve flexibility.
Anticipate delays early and implement mitigation plans.
Oversee and continuously improve quality control processes for inbound shipments from China.
Coordinate pre-shipment inspections and quality checks with suppliers and third parties.
Review inspection reports and take action on non-conformities.
Ensure shipments meet quality standards before departure.
Manage and oversee product compliance-related topics.
Partner closely with Finance on payment planning, cash flow timing, and supplier terms.
Align with Logistics teams to ensure a smooth transition from factory to freight.
Coordinate with Warehouse and Operations teams on inbound planning requirements.
Use Cin7 Core to manage purchase orders, supplier data, and inventory flows.
Maintain accurate system data across orders, lead times, costs, and supplier performance.
Track and report on key KPIs, including OTIF, lead times, supplier performance, and quality.
Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities across the supply chain.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers and internal teams.
Help build scalable sourcing and upstream supply chain processes for the next stage of growth.

Requirements

Have 5+ years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management
Bring strong experience managing suppliers in China / the Far East
Understand production planning and upstream supply chain flows in a practical, hands-on way
Have direct experience creating and managing purchase orders and replenishment cycles
Know your way around payment terms, Incoterms, and international shipping processes
Have experience overseeing quality control and supplier compliance
Have worked with Cin7 Core or a similar ERP / inventory system
Are highly analytical, organized, and structured in how you solve problems
Communicate clearly and confidently with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Enjoy balancing detail, urgency, and long-term process improvement.

Tech Stack

Benefits

Remote flexibility. Work from wherever you do your best work.
High ownership. You’ll have real influence on how Hansø’s supply chain operates and scales.
Fast-moving environment. No heavy bureaucracy, no endless layers — just smart people building quickly.
Meaningful impact. Your work will directly affect availability, margin, quality, and customer experience.
Strong team. Join an ambitious, operator-led company with high standards and big goals.
Room to grow. As the company scales, so does the opportunity around you.

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Sourcing Manager – Upstream Supply Chain