Experienced Sourcing & Supply Chain Manager (China / E-Commerce) – Long-Term

Job Description:

We're a German e-commerce brand (baby & child safety products) selling primarily on Amazon. We're expanding our product line and need an experienced sourcing professional to own our supply chain end-to-end so our founder can focus on growth.

This is not a data-entry VA role. We're looking for a smart, seasoned sourcing manager who thinks independently, understands product quality, and can negotiate with Chinese manufacturers as an equal.

What you'll do:

• Find and vet suitable manufacturers for new product ideas (Alibaba, 1688, direct contacts)
• Reach out, screen suppliers, and build shortlists
• Negotiate pricing, MOQ, payment terms, and customization
• Order and manage samples, evaluate quality, run feedback loops
• Coordinate quality control (pre-shipment inspections) and handle defects
• Coordinate with freight forwarders on timing and cost, track shipments
• Report cleanly and keep everything documented

You're a great fit if you have:

• 3+ years of hands-on product sourcing / supplier management experience (Amazon/e-com brands a big plus)
• Proven track record working with Chinese manufacturers
• Strong quality mindset (MOQ, material testing, inspections, defect handling)
• Fluent English (negotiation level)
• Ability to take a brief and run with it – minimal hand-holding
• Sharp, structured, proactive communication

Bonus points:

• Mandarin Chinese (huge plus for negotiation)
• German (nice, not required)
• Academic background in business, supply chain, or engineering
• Experience with baby/child or regulated products

The setup:

Start hourly, part-time – long-term collaboration with room to grow into a bigger role (part-/full-time) as we scale together
Rate depends on your experience (roughly $10–25/hr) – we value quality and reliability over the cheapest option

Looking forward to working with you!