About this role
Job location: Shenzhen, China About the role: The category manager at Sun King will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers and the supply chain for solar home system components, including electronic control units, photovoltaic (PV) modules, grid-tie/off-grid inverters, and associated auxiliary parts. Your mandate will be to drive sustainable business growth by building resilient, cost-competitive, and quality-assured supply ecosystems that align with Sun King’s mission of expanding access to affordable clean energy. Supplier Development & Management Support new product introduction (NPI) from a strategic sourcing perspective. Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for solar panels, inverters, and passive electronic components (e.g., resistors, capacitors, inductors). Maintain a high-quality supplier database and conduct quarterly performance reviews covering quality, delivery, cost, and service. Procurement Strategy & Execution Develop comprehensive sourcing plans and cost-control strategies for projects involving solar-powered devices and energy storage systems. Lead sourcing activities, price negotiations, and contract discussions, ensuring clarity on technical specifications, delivery schedules, and acceptance criteria. Cost Optimization & Risk Management Identify opportunities for cost reduction, supply chain localization, and supplier consolidation. Reduce total procurement costs through competitive pricing, bulk purchasing, and supply chain optimization. Monitor market price fluctuations (e.g., for solar panels and electronic components) and technology developments, implementing proactive risk mitigation strategies. Cross-Departmental Collaboration Coordinate with R&D, Project Management, Quality, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure material specifications align with project requirements. Resolve quality disputes and address delivery delays effectively. Compliance & Process Management Ensure all sourcing processes comply with industry standards (e.g., photovoltaic component certifications, RoHS compliance for electronic components). Maintain accurate records of contracts and documentation.