About this role
Electronic components, contract manufacturing & APAC sourcing
SensitHaptics – Berlin/Potsdam – Hybrid
About us
SensitHaptics develops market-leading haptic technology for gaming and sim racing hardware. Our products consist of complex electronic assemblies and are manufactured in collaboration with international suppliers and contract manufacturers (CM/EMS).
Tasks
Electronics sourcing (PCBs, FPGAs, MCs, components, cables, actuators, power supplies) in the EU and APAC; supplier identification, evaluation and negotiation. Implementation of structured RFQ/RFP processes and bid analyses; use of platforms (Alibaba, 1688) and international fairs. Management of contract manufacturers in APAC/Eastern Europe (EMS/CM): capacity planning, quality, lead times & series production. Handover & maintenance of BOMs, manufacturing documents, EVT/DVT/PVT builds; production monitoring & troubleshooting. Rolling purchasing & production planning (forecasts, MOQ, safety stock); optimisation of working capital. Negotiations for order volumes > £50,000 per order. Ensuring relevant standards: CE, FCC, KC, RoHS, REACH; coordination with test laboratories. Control of import/export, customs duties; application of optimal Incoterms. Use of the ERP system for POs, goods receipts, master data & reporting; inventory analyses & risk monitoring.
Requirements
Several years of experience in electronics sourcing or supply chain (hardware, IoT, automotive, consumer electronics). Experience with APAC/China suppliers and international contract negotiations. Experience in managing contract manufacturers (EMS/CM). Strong understanding of BOMs, components, PCBs & manufacturing processes. Confident in Incoterms, customs clearance, certifications & RFQ/RFP. Very good ERP, data & Excel skills. Independent, structured, reliable way of working. Fluent English; German a plus; willingness to travel EU/APAC.
Benefits
Significant influence on costs, quality and production reliability. Responsibility for the entire international supply chain. Hybrid work, fast-paced environment and genuine ownership. Working with high-tech hardware in the gaming market.
Then join a team that not only develops software, but also experiences you can feel.