Partner Specialist Lead

Job Summary This role is responsible for leading the integration and execution of Specialized's key E-System suppliers (motor, battery, etc.) across Taiwan and Mainland China, in close collaboration with EU-based product development teams. This role ensures supplier performance, cross-functional coordination, and operational execution. ________________________________________ How You Will Make a Difference 1. Relationship Management • Act as the primary interface between SBC and assigned manufacturing partners. • Maintain strong, trust-based partnerships to enable seamless execution. 2. Performance Management • Lead regular reviews on Delivery, Quality, and Ramp-Up performances. • Escalate and resolve critical issues in coordination with internal teams and partners. • Track and manage key metrics (OTD, production accuracy, launch readiness) 3. Cross-Functional Coordination • Collaborate with internal teams (Planning, Quality, ME, Logistics, Sourcing). • Contribute to sourcing strategy and allocations • Drive resolution of critical issues, and ensure readiness for NPI and scale-up. • Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives internally and externally. 4. Team Strategy & Talent Development • Support strategic alignment within the Partner Management team and contribute to annual objectives and roadmap. • Encourage best-practice sharing and promote a culture of accountability and skills development. 5. Issue Resolution & Action Planning • Drive structured problem-solving with clear gap analysis, ownership, and timelines. • Monitor action implementation with stakeholders and ensure timely, measurable outcomes ________________________________________ What You Need to Win • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field • 5–10 years of experience in partner management, supply chain, or procurement • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Fluent in English and Mandarin; other Asian languages are a plus • Strong ability to work with European teams across time zones • E-Parts or system integration experience is a strong advantage • Background in the bike industry is preferred