Mandarin-Speaking Global Procurement & Imports Lead

Oakleaf Partnership; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakleaf Partnership seeks a Mandarin-speaking Procurement & Imports Manager to lead purchasing, international sourcing, and supplier management for its North American manufacturing operation near Sacramento, California.

The role covers import operations, customs and trade compliance, inventory planning, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, logistics providers, and overseas suppliers to ensure supply continuity and cost competitiveness.

Qualifications

• Mandarin-speaking procurement leader with cross-border sourcing experience.
• Experience coordinating with overseas suppliers and manufacturing teams.
• Strong understanding of import operations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Global sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Manage international supplier relationships and performance.
• Oversee import operations, shipping, and customs processes.
• Ensure trade compliance and regulatory adherence across borders.
• Coordinate inventory planning with manufacturing and logistics teams.
• Liaise with freight forwarders and customs brokers.

Skills

Mandarin fluency

Procurement leadership

Imports management

Supplier management

International logistics

Trade compliance

Job description

Oakleaf Partnership seeks a Mandarin-speaking Procurement & Imports Manager to lead purchasing, international sourcing, and supplier management for its North American manufacturing operation near Sacramento, California.

The role covers import operations, customs and trade compliance, inventory planning, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, logistics providers, and overseas suppliers to ensure supply continuity and cost competitiveness.