Lead global sourcing activities across electronic and mechanical components for all Rocky Talkie products
Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to reduce cost, improve resilience, and support long-term scalability
Integrate sourced components into ODM/JDM/CM partner supply chain systems
Partner closely with engineering, operations, and product teams to understand technical requirements and drive value-based sourcing decisions
Stay informed on component markets, supply risks, and technology roadmaps to proactively address supply and demand challenges
Lead supplier negotiations, including pricing, payment terms, capacity commitments, and long-term commercial agreements
Support cost control efforts during design reviews, change control processes, and New Product Introduction (NPI) programs
Develop and maintain sourcing strategies and supplier plans that improve cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity
Support material sourcing for new programs, including forward pricing and cost roadmaps
Partner with Asia-based Supplier Quality Engineering to ensure suppliers meet ongoing cost and quality expectations
Maintain supplier performance metrics and lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs)
Support escalation, shortage mitigation, or expediting efforts when required

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering preferred) or equivalent practical experience
5–7+ years of experience owning sourcing activities across electrical and mechanical components for powered consumer electronics products
Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and electronic component datasheets
Demonstrated experience supporting products from design through qualification, mass production, and sustained lifecycle
Track record of contributing to products that ship at scale
Experience working with ODMs, JDMs, and contract manufacturers in Asia
CPSM or similar certification preferred
Fluency in English and Mandarin (written and spoken)
Strong negotiation and communication skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Highly independent, self-driven, and results-oriented
Ability to regularly join early-morning meetings (as early as 7:00 AM Asia time) with US-based teams
Willingness to travel within Asia and occasionally to Rocky Talkie locations in the United States
Comfortable working remotely when not traveling

Global Sourcing Manager, Electronics & Components

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