Senior Manager - Vendor Management (eCommerce)

TL;DR

Senior Manager - Vendor Management (eCommerce): Leading vendor selection, onboarding, and governance for the China market with an accent on strategic sourcing and cost optimization. Focus on building a robust vendor ecosystem for eCommerce data and ensuring high KPIs for data accuracy and timeliness.

Location: Shenzhen, China (Onsite)

Company

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth.

What you will do

• Lead vendor selection, onboarding, and governance specifically for the China market.
• Develop strategic sourcing, backup strategies, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Act as the primary point of contact for vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Track and ensure vendor performance against KPIs for data accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Data Science, Ops, Procurement, Finance, and Legal.
• Provide localized expertise on the China eCommerce ecosystem including platforms like Alibaba, JD, and Tmall.

Requirements

• 8–12 years of experience in vendor management, eCommerce data, or procurement.
• Fluent Mandarin (mandatory).
• Strong English proficiency for global collaboration.
• Deep knowledge of the China eCommerce ecosystem (Alibaba, JD, Tmall).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Data, or a related field.
• Ability to navigate China’s local business culture.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working environment.
• Volunteer time off.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP).