Sourcing Engineer - Electrical (Local candidates only)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sourcing Engineer Electrical to join a forward-thinking organisation in Ho Chi Minh City, where your expertise will directly shape the future of electrical equipment sourcing across Asia-Pacific.

This role offers you the chance to work hands-on with a diverse range of low-voltage electrical products and installation components, supporting major building and infrastructure projects. You will be at the heart of supplier engagement, contract structuring, and technical negotiations, all while collaborating closely with engineering, quality, and procurement teams. The company is committed to nurturing your professional growth, offering exposure to international markets and the potential to progress into category management as the function expands. If you are looking for a collaborative environment that values practical solutions, cultural adaptability, and continuous learning, this is your ideal next step.

• Gain direct involvement in shaping sourcing strategies for electrical equipment across Asia-Pacific, with a strong focus on regional supplier development and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Work in a supportive and internationally oriented team environment that encourages knowledge sharing, cross-functional collaboration, and personal growth within the supply chain discipline.
• Benefit from clear pathways for career progression towards category management roles as the sourcing function matures and evolves within a growing organisation.

What you'll do:

As a Sourcing Engineer Electrical based in Ho Chi Minh City, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of large-scale building and infrastructure projects through effective supplier engagement and technical procurement. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you working alongside cross-functional teams to identify reliable suppliers across Asia-Pacific—especially China—while developing deep category knowledge of low-voltage electrical equipment. You will be instrumental in translating technical requirements into actionable RFQs, managing supplier communications from initial contact through contract finalisation. Your analytical skills will be put to use as you support cost analysis exercises and contribute to value engineering decisions. By participating in supplier audits and capability assessments, you will help ensure that only qualified partners are brought onboard. Your ability to coordinate between engineering design needs and commercial objectives will be essential as you maintain structured documentation for all sourcing activities. Success in this role means being proactive in managing multiple priorities while fostering positive relationships both internally and externally.

• Support sourcing activities throughout Asia-Pacific supply bases, particularly focusing on supplier identification, evaluation, and benchmarking by category and capability.
• Assist in dual-sourcing and risk-mitigation initiatives for key electrical components to ensure robust supply chains for ongoing projects.
• Participate actively in supplier selection processes aligned with evolving regional sourcing strategies and business needs.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of assigned product categories including cables, fire detection systems, switches, sockets, and related installation materials used in construction.
• Contribute to cost analysis by supporting reviews of manufacturing processes, material costs, and supplier cost breakdowns to drive value engineering discussions.
• Translate complex engineering and quality requirements into structured requests for quotation (RFQs), ensuring suppliers provide accurate quotations based on aligned specifications.
• Follow up diligently with suppliers to secure timely, complete, and compliant quotations while reviewing offers for technical consistency and commercial alignment before nomination.
• Support drafting and structuring of supplier agreements such as NDAs, MSAs, and sourcing contracts to ensure negotiated terms are clearly documented and contractualised.
• Participate in supplier qualification assessments, audits, factory visits, and onboarding processes for new regional or international suppliers.
• Collaborate closely with engineering on design feasibility studies and standardisation efforts while coordinating with procurement, costing teams, and quality assurance functions.

What you bring:

To excel as a Sourcing Engineer Electrical you will bring a blend of academic qualifications—ideally at Bachelor’s or Master’s level—and several years’ hands-on experience within technical sourcing or procurement engineering roles. Your background should include working with international suppliers on complex projects involving mechanical or engineered products. You will have demonstrated your ability to interpret intricate technical documentation while supporting contract negotiations that balance commercial logic with engineering requirements. Your interpersonal skills will enable you to collaborate effectively across departments such as engineering design teams, quality assurance specialists, procurement professionals and external suppliers from diverse cultural backgrounds. A keen eye for detail combined with structured thinking allows you to manage large volumes of data accurately while maintaining version control over critical documents. Proficiency in English is essential given the international scope of this position; additional language skills such as Vietnamese or Chinese will further enhance your effectiveness when interacting regionally. Above all else your curiosity about markets coupled with resilience under pressure ensures that you remain dependable even when faced with ambiguity or competing priorities.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial or related field) or equivalent experience relevant to technical sourcing roles.
• Three to seven years’ proven experience in technical sourcing, procurement engineering, supplier development or early-stage category structuring within non-transactional environments.
• Demonstrated exposure to international suppliers with cross-border sourcing experience across China, India or Southeast Asia regions.
• Hands-on experience working with mechanical or engineered products including fabricated components used in construction or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven ability to draft or support supplier contracts such as framework agreements or detailed sourcing agreements involving pricing schedules and technical annexes.
• Strong technical understanding of materials science and manufacturing processes relevant to electrical distribution equipment.
• Excellent skills in reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications and international standards applicable to electrical installations.
• Solid negotiation abilities combined with effective communication skills for engaging suppliers constructively across cultures.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail; comfortable using Excel for data analysis while ERP system exposure (SAP B1 & Navision) is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Professional proficiency in English is required; Vietnamese language skills are highly desirable while Chinese language proficiency would be considered a significant advantage.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out by offering genuine hands-on involvement in building international sourcing foundations within a rapidly expanding Asia-Pacific context. Here you’ll find an inclusive culture that values practical problem-solving approaches alongside open collaboration between colleagues from diverse backgrounds. The company places strong emphasis on professional development—providing opportunities for you to evolve toward more senior category management positions as the function grows. You’ll benefit from working within an environment that prioritises knowledge sharing across disciplines such as engineering design quality assurance procurement logistics—and supports your growth through exposure to cutting-edge projects spanning multiple countries. The workplace is defined by its commitment to transparency accountability mutual respect—and above all—a shared vision for delivering high-quality outcomes on time every time. If you’re seeking an employer who invests in your long-term success while encouraging flexibility adaptability continuous learning then this is the place where your career can truly flourish.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey within international sourcing apply now to become part of this collaborative team making an impact across Asia-Pacific.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your expertise could be exactly what this growing organisation needs!

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