Business Development Specialist - Bilingual in Mandarin Preferred

About Us: Axon US Corp is a New York City-based e-commerce company, thriving since 2008 as a trusted leader in the supply chain industry. We build strong, lasting relationships with vendors and brands across the United States, ensuring seamless delivery of quality tools, plumbing, hardware, and a wide range of products to both professionals and everyday consumers. Our expertise goes beyond products - we provide end-to-end supply chain solutions that streamline logistics, optimize sourcing, and drive collaborative growth. Through strategic partnerships with top brands, we deliver innovation, reliability, and excellence at every step, cementing our reputation as industry leaders dedicated to supporting our clients’ success.

About the Position: The Business Development Specialist will be mainly responsible for performing activities related to procurement and acquisition of final goods, ensuring the company plan at optimal cost, quality, and delivery. The ideal candidates should not only have expertise in market analysis and negotiation to secure the best deals; but also have excellent communication skills to maintain robust vendor relationships. This role empowers you to shape procurement strategies, optimize our supply chain, and be a driving force in achieving our business goals. Elevate your career with us, where your strategic vision shapes our success story.

Key Responsibilities: Procurement & Sourcing: Source products and follow approval for supplier, pricing, and purchase order approvals. Negotiation & Cost Optimization: Secure the best deals and cost-saving opportunities for the company. Vendor Relations: Develop positive relationships with vendors, driving to continuous-improvement goals of optimal cost, quality, service, availability, and delivery. Cross-Functional Coordination: Proactively coordinate with sales team and warehouse team members to monitor inventory and evaluate appropriate safety stock levels. Market Analysis: Track industry trends and analyze monthly supply chain metrics and/or data. Industry Knowledge: Stay updated on supply chain technologies, purchasing management techniques, and industry best practices.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Experience or interest in market research, optimizing procurement strategies, forecasting future needs, and making informed decisions to drive our operations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with internal teams, stakeholders, and external suppliers effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Oracle Net Suite Supply Chain Management and/or Planning Experiences preferred but not required Bilingual in Mandarin (preferred but not required)

Salary: Starting at $50K (all salary and packages are subject to negotiation based on professional experience and skill set).

Job Type: Full-time onsite, Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm