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This is an exceptional opportunity to become a part of Coupang’s growth in Taiwan and create a world where our customers wonder, “How did I ever live without Coupang?”\nPosition: Principal, Global Sourcing 資深跨境採購經理\nWhat will you do?\nConduct market research to identify trending and in-demand products to capture the sales opportunity in the market.\nSource new suppliers overseas, ensuring product quality and cost-effectiveness.\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, payment terms, and supply reliability.\nDevelop and execute buying strategies aligned with sales goals and inventory needs.\nEvaluate and refine product assortments based on customer trends and performance insights.\nManage purchase orders, shipping arrangements, and import documentation for smooth operations.\nKey Responsibilities:\nIdentify high-potential global products through data-driven research, customer insights from the Coupang app, and Taiwan market trend analysis.\nSource and evaluate overseas suppliers across Asia, U.S., or Europe to enhance category competitiveness, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery reliability aligned with Rocket Overseas operations\nLead end-to-end negotiation on pricing, payment terms, MOQs, lead time, and return policies to maximize margin and improve supply chain efficiency.\nBuild and maintain long-term supplier partnerships, implementing performance scorecards to track OTIF (On Time In Full), defect rate, and responsiveness.\nDevelop strategic buying plans aligned with sales forecasts, inventory health, seasonal demands, and customer WOW expectations.\nCurate category assortments that reflect Taiwan customer preferences and competitive landscape, continuously optimizing the product mix based on sales performance and conversion rates.\nCollaborate with logistics, customs, compliance, and finance teams to ensure import documentation accuracy and smooth cross-border operations.\nMonitor product lifecycle metrics such as sell-through rate, GMV contribution, and margin performance, adjusting sourcing strategies proactively.\nMaintain thorough records of sourcing activities and present periodic business updates, insights, and recommendations to management.\nEssential Qualifications:\n5+ years of experience in procurement, buying, or global sourcing, ideally within e-commerce, retail, or consumer goods environments.\nProven track record in overseas supplier management and contract negotiation, with strong ability to secure cost-effective and reliable supply.\nStrong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data interpretation for assortment planning and decision-making.\nFamiliarity with import regulations, cross-border compliance, and logistics processes.\nExcellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple categories and projects in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.\nFluent in written and spoken Chinese and English; strong communication and stakeholder management skills.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience working with Korean, Japanese, or Southeast Asian suppliers and consumer product trends.\nProficiency in SQL or BI tools for advanced data analysis and performance tracking.\nPrior experience in an app-first or rapid-delivery e-commerce model.\nKnowledge of supplier auditing, quality inspection processes, or product certification standards.\nAdditional language abilities (e.g., Japanese, Korean).\nStrong business acumen with the ability to identify new sourcing opportunities and optimize profitability.\nDemonstrated ownership mindset and bias for action in ambiguous or rapidly evolving environments.\nRecruitment Process\nApplication Review - Phone Interview - Onsite (or Virtual Onsite) Interview - Offer\nThe exact nature of the recruitment process may vary according to the specific job and may be changed due to scheduling or other circumstances.\nInterview schedules and the results will be informed to the applicant via the e-mail address submitted at the application stage.\nThings to Consider\nThis job posting may be closed prior to the stated end date for application if all openings are filled.\nCoupang has the right to rescind an offer of employment if a candidate is found to have submitted false information as part of the application process.\nCoupang does not discriminate against disabled applicants or those with veteran status. 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