Sourcing Partner (China and Worldwide)

Open Dock is a growing organisation focused on building efficient, reliable, and ethical global supply and sourcing networks.

The company partners with manufacturers, suppliers, and logistics providers to ensure high-quality products and competitive pricing across multiple regions, including China and other international markets. Open Dock emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and long-term relationships with its partners. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, improve processes, and support sustainable business practices.

The company offers an environment where sourcing professionals can make a direct impact on operational performance and business growth. This position is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and managing suppliers in China and other international markets, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability. Day-to-day tasks include conducting market research, analyzing supplier performance and pricing, and negotiating contracts and agreements that align with company standards. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams in procurement, logistics, and operations to forecast demand, manage lead times, and resolve supply issues.

The Sourcing Partner will also build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, support recruitment of new sourcing partners as needed, and continuously optimise the global sourcing strategy.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to compare suppliers, assess costs, evaluate risks, and support data-driven sourcing decisions.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners across different cultures and time zones.
• Proficiency in contract negotiation to secure favorable terms, manage supplier agreements, and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Experience in recruiting or onboarding new suppliers and sourcing partners within global supply chains.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and international trade practices.
• Proven experience in sourcing or procurement, ideally involving China and other international markets.
• Ability to work on-site in Melbourne, VIC, and coordinate effectively with global teams.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in supply chain, business, logistics, or a related field is highly regarded.
• Familiarity with import/export regulations, quality assurance standards, and cost optimisation strategies is beneficial.