- Location
- Suzhou, China
- Department
- 28000 - Supply Chain
- Seniority
- Manager
- Source
- Greenhouse
Description
About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
AI at SharkNinja
At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI-native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.
Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:
- Lead sourcing activities for NPD projects, incl. new technologies and components where supplier capabilities, cost structures, and risks are not yet established.
- Drive new supplier identification, qualification, and development efforts to support innovation and speed-to-market objectives.
- Manage increased complexity associated with NPD projects, including risk assessment, supply continuity planning, and commercialization readiness.
- Influence and coordinate across PD, Engineering, Quality, and supply chain teams to ensure sourcing strategies align with business objectives.
- Provide stronger cost negotiation capability and project leadership.
- Develop and manage relationships with existing OEM suppliers, including pricing, cost management, performance management
- Lead a team of supply chain professionals in Vietnam and support team development.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize supply chain operations in China and SEA.
- Overall OEM’s Performance Management
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.
What We Expect:
- Strong knowledge of sourcing management principles and practices.
- A self-starter who shows initiative and able to work independently to move forward.
- A team player, who can build cross functional alignment.
- As a corporate citizen, learn and support SharkNinja’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy
- Be an Ally, find internal Champions
- Be a quick leaner, with growth mindset
Education/Certifications/Affiliations
- Proficient in verbal and written English; This role will be expected to communicate with Global team independently – English skills are deemed important to enable this communication.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Skilled in Computer languages such as Microsoft Office, and Project
Travel Requirements
- Flexibility for domestic and international travel as required.
Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary
SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice
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For candidates based in all regions, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.
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For candidates based in China, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.
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For candidates based in Vietnam, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]
