Sourcing Manager – Upstream Supply Chain

HeadX

2d • Remote

About The Position

We’re looking for a hands-on, high-ownership Sourcing Manager to own a critical part of our upstream supply chain — from purchase order creation all the way to delivery at U.S. ports. This role sits at the intersection of strategic sourcing, supplier management, production planning, quality control, and inbound coordination, with a strong focus on suppliers in China and the broader Far East. You’ll work closely with the VP Supply Chain and cross-functional teams to keep products flowing, improve supplier performance, reduce risk, and build scalable systems that support fast growth. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys getting into the details, understanding products deeply, solving operational complexity, and making suppliers perform at a high level.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management
• Strong experience managing suppliers in China / the Far East
• Understand production planning and upstream supply chain flows in a practical, hands-on way
• Direct experience creating and managing purchase orders and replenishment cycles
• Experience with payment terms, Incoterms, and international shipping processes
• Experience overseeing quality control and supplier compliance
• Worked with Cin7 Core or a similar ERP / inventory system
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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
• Ensure a smooth handoff from production completion into logistics execution
• 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
• Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
• 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
• Ensure accurate, timely information flow across all key stakeholders
• Use Cin7 Core to manage purchase orders, supplier data, and inventory flows
• Maintain accurate system data across orders, lead times, costs, and supplier performance
• Ensure strong data integrity across procurement and inventory processes
• Use system insights to improve planning and decision-making
• 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

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed