Business Development (New Product)

Your tasks

Be the central hub connecting domestic and international Suppliers with internal teams. Oversee the new product development process from inception to launch day, utilizing AI and Dashboards to increase speed and accuracy. This role is ideal for those who enjoy coordination, are detail-oriented, and are interested in the automotive business.

Main Responsibilities

1. Supplier Coordination

• Contact, coordinate, and follow up with both existing and new Suppliers/Vendors, especially international and Chinese suppliers.
• Request quotations, product specifications, samples, and test reports/certificates from Suppliers.
• Track prices, MOQ, Lead Time, payment terms, and other commercial terms.
• Monitor pending tasks and deadlines, notifying supervisors when delays or risks are identified.

1. Product and Commercial Data Management

• Collect and systematically store Supplier information, product specifications, images, quotations, samples, and test results.
• Compare prices and terms from each Supplier while ensuring data versions are always kept up to date.

1. Project Tracking and Product Launch

• Track progress throughout the entire Pipeline, from price inquiries, samples, testing, and approval to product launch.
• Track Milestones, schedules, responsible parties, and pending issues for each project.
• Prepare project progress reports, identifying delays, risks, and next steps.

1. Documentation and Digital Tools

• Establish and maintain standards for file naming, data structures, and NPD work templates.
• Use AI and digital tools such as ChatGPT or Claude to assist in summarizing information, extracting data, and reducing repetitive tasks.
• Develop and maintain the NPD Dashboard to ensure information is accurate, complete, and ready for use.

1. Cross-functional Coordination

• Work with Business Development, Purchasing, Product/Technical, Quality, Marketing, Warehouse/Logistics, and Finance teams as required by each project.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or other related fields.
2. At least 2 years of experience in New Product Development.
3. Good English communication skills for contacting international suppliers.
4. Ability to communicate in Mandarin or experience working with Chinese suppliers will be given special consideration.
5. Proficient in G-Suite.
6. Detail-oriented, systematic, proactive, and able to multitask.
7. Interested in or experienced in using AI tools, Dashboards, or Data Visualization.
8. Able to travel to meet suppliers or attend trade shows when necessary.