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Spares Sourcing Specialist

Electrolux Group

Spare parts Specialist, Shunde Be part of something bigger.

As a spare parts buyer, you will own end-to-end strategic Spares procurement management across different product lines in Product Sourcing Organization (PSO). You will develop and execute long-term Spares procurement strategies, build a robust & best cost supplier base, drive cost excellence, resolve ad-hoc quality and delivery issues during Spares supply lifecycle, and align with global/regional operations to ensure reliable and agile spare parts supply.

About Electrolux Group

  • Decode the future.
  • At Electrolux Group, our vision is to be the home appliance industry leader in consumer satisfaction by delivering outstanding lifetime experiences with solutions that always get better.
  • We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver more enjoyable and sustainable living.
  • Come, join us as you are.
  • We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative.
  • In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.
  • Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home!
  • You will be based at the Shunde, Guangzhou As part of Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development.
  • There are no barriers to where your career could take you.
  • Electrolux Group is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years.
  • We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations.
  • Under our group of leading appliance brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell household products in around 120 markets every year.
  • In 2025 Electrolux Group had sales of SEK 131 billion and employed 39,000 people around the world.
  • For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.

Responsibilities

  • In detail, you will: Strategic Spares Sourcing & Category Management Lead strategic Spares sourcing including supplier (sub-supplier) identification, evaluation, qualification and end of life supply management.
  • Related Spares includes electronic components, plastic components, metal components, packaging etc and other consumables as well.
  • Strategic Spares Supplier Management Establish and manage a qualified core supplier portfolio; conduct supplier performance reviews & drive improvement initiatives and take ownership of strategic cooperation & negotiations.
  • Drive supplier MOQ & lead-time optimization and collaborate with cross functional team for different audits ( when required ); resolve critical quality and delivery issues.
  • Drive continuous improvement on spare parts packaging and best cost logistics set up with suppliers.
  • Cost Optimization & Price Management Ownership to reach annual cost reduction targets through negotiation, bidding, CEP, volume optimization and logistics integration etc.
  • Through price benchmarks, cost models and market intelligence to monitor & ensure pricing competitiveness with transparency.
  • New Product Development, Engineering Change, & PIPO Early involvement in new product/ project development & ensure Spares set up and delivery follows PDCL in time.
  • Promote standardization, commonization and modularization of spare parts to reduce SKU complexity and optimize supply chain costs.
  • Secure the Spares life cycle and supply availability especially to manage when finished good is phased out.
  • Collaboration & Global Alignment Collaborate & leverage with other PSO Sourcing team ( eg C&A Sourcing, Finished Goods Sourcing ) so to drive best negotiation deals; Collaborate closely with After-sales, Quality, Supply Chain includes regional planning & logistics, and R&D to ensure strategy alignment and stable supply.
  • From regional bulk purchasing, global supplier integration, compliance to sustainable procurement etc.
  • Compliance & Risk Control Strictly follow Electrolux Group & Procurement compliance policies, anti-corruption guidelines and sustainable procurement requirements etc.
  • Spares supply risks including potential shortages, significant price fluctuations, quality and delivery issues from Spares suppliers and take actions to develop contingency plans and mitigate supply risks.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Supply Chain, Procurement, Mechanical Engineering, Cost Analysis, or Business Administration.
  • Minimum 1 year of professional experience in Spare Parts Procurement / Strategic Procurement within Home Appliance or Manufacturing Industry with proven track record.
  • Knowledge about full range of spare parts: PCB, motors, batteries, compressors, power cable, sensors, plastics, metal stamping parts, etc.
  • Strong capabilities in cost analysis, bidding negotiation, CEP and supplier audit Capability of understanding technical drawings and specifications; as well as quality standards.
  • Advanced MS Excel (PivotTables, functions, data analysis), and Proficient in SAP / REX is a plus.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English as working language.
  • Result-oriented, strong execution, logical thinking, cross-functional communication and project management skills.

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