Coupang

ProcurementSpecialist/Principal

$1200–1800k ~AI est. Taipei, Taiwan
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Procurement Specialist/Principal at Coupang. Skills: Procurement, Sourcing, Negotiation. Develop procurement strategies. Execute procurement strategies”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of experience in procurement, Proven experience in vendor negotiation, Proven experience in contract management, Analytical skills, Problem-solving skills, Ability to manage multiple projects, Fluent communication skills in Mandarin, Fluent communication skills in English

Nice to Have

Experience in e-commerce procurement, Experience in retail procurement, Experience in logistics procurement, Familiarity with Taiwan supplier market, Data analysis skills, Experience working in multinational companies, Experience working in high-growth companies, MBA, Relevant professional certifications

What You'll Do.

Develop procurement strategies

Execute procurement strategies

Drive cost optimization initiatives

Manage sourcing processes

Build vendor relationships

Maintain vendor relationships

Monitor supplier performance

Implement continuous improvement

Ensure compliance with policies

Ensure compliance with regulations

Provide insights for efficiency

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional with operations; Cross-functional with finance; Cross-functional with legal; Cross-functional with business teams

Full Job Description

Company Introduction  Coupang is reimagining the shopping experience with the goal of wowing each customer from the instant they open the Coupang app to the moment an order is delivered to their door. Our services in Taiwan include “Rocket Delivery” which offers next-day delivery for a wide selection of items at affordable prices, “Rocket Oversea” which offers free international delivery on millions of best-selling products from Korea, the U.S., and beyond. We are looking for talents to help us lead Coupang’s expansion in Taiwan. 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?”   Role Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Specialist to support Coupang Taiwan’s rapid growth. This role will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, optimizing costs, and ensuring procurement excellence across multiple categories. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and has strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills. What You Will Do Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers across key categories (e.g., logistics, packaging, indirect spend, operations) Drive cost optimization initiatives through negotiation, benchmarking, and supplier consolidation Manage end-to-end sourcing processes, including RFx (RFP/RFQ/RFI) Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure quality, reliability, and scalability Partner cross-functionally with operations, finance, legal, and business teams to support procurement needs Monitor supplier performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and regulatory requirements Analyze spend data and provide insights to improve procurement efficiency   Basic Qualificatio

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