Archives May 2007

Sr. Sourcing Mgr

Job Description:
Report To: GM
Location: Shanghai
1.Be involved in or responsible for a number of larger strategic sourcings such as trucking services, warehouse services, barge transportation and different key commodities. Some sourcings might involve USD 50-100 mill, include project teams of 10-15 people and last 4-6 months
2.pursue new suppliers in categories already sourced in the region as well as categories that potentially could be sourced in the region in the future
3.actively participate in the China related Strategic Sourcing Groups and act as spearhead towards new potential Chinese suppliers
4.keep close contact with suppliers to ensure smooth communication with APM-M and create a Most Favored Nation situation ensuring capacity when none is available
5.co-operate closely with key internal stake holders, lead buyers and colleagues

Job Requirements:
1.an extensive sourcing background including team/project leader experience
2.project management experience from larger strategic sourcing groups where leadership, communication and making decisive decisions is a key
3.a background within logistic and transportation
4.good planning and co-ordination skills and is a self-starter and motivator
5.professional English skills both verbal and written
6.has good co-ordination skills and ability to work independently and with drive
7.familiarity with MS Office package
8.a chance to develop his/hers own job and change the job description accordingly as we get to know each other

* Please send us your complete resume (both in Chinese and in English) to:
‘topjob_eo099sh#dacare.com'(Please replace “#” with “@”)

Office Administrator (China) (mn/154/sh)

Location:
Shanghai, China
Reports To:Managing Director/Chief Representative of Shanghai Rep office

Key Responsibilities:
a)Assist the Managing Director/Chief Representative in all aspects of administrative support and procedural implementations. This includes assisting in the monitoring and execution of Company¡¯s operating procedures, budgetary control, human resource, and all other directives as and when implemented;
b)Provide all levels of administrative and secretarial support to the Chief Representative, Sales & Purchase and New Building teams. This includes but not limited to process general office correspondence by email, fax, scanning and post.
c)Generating and consolidation of the office expense through proper accounting procedure and input of expenses into SAGE ACCPAC accounting system (general ledgers i.e. double entries only); Maintaining and recording of Petty Cash account;
d)Liaise with tax partners on all tax issues (chief rep¡¯s withholding tax and corporate tax filings);
e)Manage all travel-related activities (including arranging for corporate rates with regular hotels) for all employees within the Shanghai office;
f)Manage all inter-office administrative and logistic matters;
g)Telephone/Receptionist duties. (This is very important and you will need to learn to recognise clients/brokers and be welcoming on the telephone.)
h)Setting up and maintaining efficient filing system to include filing of ships¡¯ plans. Organise printing/photocopying of ships¡¯ plans and courier to third parties.
i)Liaise with suppliers to ensure competitive rates. Ensure stationary / stamps / refreshment / cleaning supplies are adequate.
j)Maintenance of telephone/IT networks and co-ordination with telephone and IT support locally and overseas.
k)Ensure daily backups are completed and backup tape taken off site.
l)When Trainee Broker absent, assist to update the shipping database.
m)Welcome visitors to office and make tea/coffee when necessary.
n)Planning of corporate events.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:
a)University graduate in business administration with minimum 2 years of experience as a secretary or an office administrator;
b)Must be an effective communicator in both written & spoken English;
c)Being resourceful, informative and a good team player are value added advantages;
d)Must be competent in MS Office software packages;
e)Must have basic accounting knowledge and experience;
f)Knowledge of Sage ACCPAC accounting software preferred but not essential as training will be provided.

* Please send us your complete resume (both in Chinese and in English) to:
‘topjob_mn154sh#dacare.com'(Please replace “#” with “@”)

China to spend US$4.3b in US shopping spree

CHINA is on another shopping spree in the United States that appears to be as much about salesmanship as the country’s rapidly growing purchasing power.

Hoping to ease tensions raised by the massive trade imbalance dividing two of the world’s economic powers, China has periodically come to the United States on “buying missions” to demonstrate the country’s willingness to import more goods and services.

China kicked off its latest campaign on Wednesday in San Francisco with a commitment to buy US$4.3 billion in US technology.

In two weeks, government leaders will begin talks in Washington on the US’ US$232 billion trade deficit with China and other issues.

Chinese President Hu Jintao and his US counterpart George W. Bush yesterday exchanged views in a telephone conversation on the upcoming second round of strategic economic dialogue between the two countries.

Hu appreciated the US government’s active attitude toward the development of China-US economic and trade cooperation.

Hu said he believes that with concerted efforts by both sides, positive achievements will be scored in this round of dialogue, which will contribute to giving fresh impetus to China-US economic and trade cooperation.

Bush hopes that great achievements will be made in this round of dialogue.

At a posh hotel in San Francisco, a broad cross-section of business and government leaders from China and the United States celebrated 27 contracts signed on Wednesday.

The deals primarily involved computer software, semiconductor and telecommunications companies. The list of US beneficiaries included high-tech bellwethers Microsoft Corp, Oracle Corp, Cisco Systems Inc and Hewlett Packard Co.

California Lieutenant Governor John Garamendi hailed the agreements as an “important step in furthering the deep relationship between this state, this country and China.”

To underscore China’s resolve to explore more US investments, executives from more than 200 Chinese companies are meeting with their US counterparts in 24 cities scattered across 23 states, said Ma Xiuhong, vice commerce minister.

She met with Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger at the state Capitol on Wednesday, and the governor later said California had nearly doubled sales to China. California exports to China totaled nearly US$10 billion in 2006, Schwarzenegger said.

Assistant Mgr ¨C Vender Development

Company introduction: Our client is a TS 16949:2002 certified organization with engineering competency at their crux.
Three decades of hardcore expertise forms their backbone in designing and manufacturing of high technology precision engineering components viz. Compressor Valves, Disc/ Belleville Springs and Precision Auto Components. There has been a growth of 50% in three of the four product lines mentioned above.
The company also designs and manufactures mass finishing systems for a wide variety of finishing applications on the automotive and general engineering horizons.
They are working towards Business Excellence while catering to the needs of some of the most advanced countries in niche segments. As first foot forward for the same, strategic initiatives like domestic and international acquisitions and world-class plants in India and China are being implemented for Precision Metal Components in automotive and compressor applications.
They have carved their name deep onto the international scene over the last five years, with clientele spanning across continents from Japan to Europe to America. Additionally, the equity funding by India Value Fund (formerly GW Capital), an US based private equity fund, has put the company in a unique position to aggressively invest in marketing, R&D and operations to become a leading player in Precision Metal Components business.

Job Description:
Report To: GM
Location: Shanghai Feng Xian District
1.Sound network of Vendors in Shanghai particularly in Blanking, Heat Treatment, Casting and Machining.
2.Technical Process knowledge of Precision Sheet Metal operations
3.Experience in Sourcing and Cost Reduction
4.Systems knowledge in ISO 9001 / TS 16949

Job Requirements:
1.Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering with experience in Sourcing and Vendor Development.
2.Minimum 3 to 5 years in relevant function
3.Good skills of Negotiation Skills, Execution Skills and System Orientation
4.Decision Making skills, Analytical Skills and Proactive Approach
5.A good team player, responsible, open mind and self-motivated
6.Good command of English both in oral and writing

* Please send us your complete resume (both in Chinese and in English) to:
‘topjob_mn152sh#dacare.com'(Please replace “#” with “@”)

Ways to Recruit Online

There are three major avenues in online recruiting.

You can advertise your job openings in the online equivalent of classified want ads and wait for jobseekers to contact you.
And you can browse online resume sites for likely candidates and contact them yourself.
You can also get professional assistance from recruiters and employment agencies who advertise their services online.

We’ll be covering each of these hiring opportunities in this Buyer’s Guide. An article from the AllBusiness.com Business Advice section, “Recruiting in the Internet Age,” gives you a quick overview of these main recruiting avenues ¨C print ads, the Internet, recruiting firms, and referrals.

A famous Investment Bank Seeking a Associate Controllers in Risk & Product Control, Urgent!

Company Introduction: A TOP FOUR International INVESTMENT BANK

Location: Beijing, China
Job responsibilities:
•Assist Chief Risk Officer in all aspects of risk monitoring and controlling for Beijing Dept.
• Daily monitoring of risk management system’s alerts, and follow up on issues with Operations, Compliance, Sales and Traders
• Daily monitoring of proprietary positions against various risks measures and limits
• Participate in all new projects/business and help consider risk angles
• Confidently interact with regulators and auditors
• Intelligently review trading businesses, to highlight and report unusual activity
• Prepare daily P&Ls for trading desks, including a review of inventory valuation, and limits
• Stay informed of developments and issues in the trading area
• Month end procedures including prepare accounts and post to firm’s ledger
• Liaise with various departments
• Work closely with other areas within Controllers, both in China, Hong Kong, and globally, as well as with other divisions

Qualifications:
•Fluent Chinese and good English speaking/writing skills (risk management system is in Chinese, and interacting with regulators will be in Chinese)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Have a good understanding of securities business, products, operational flow, and associated risks
• Team player
• Strong character, able to work under pressure, and relatively independently
• Self confidence to interact with demanding internal clients
• Computer literate and highly numerate
• Ideally have 4 years+ experience in Big 4 accounting and/or the financial industry
• Previous experience in Risk Control functions in PRC, Operations and/or Product Control are a plus

Education: Banchelor or above
Salary Range: Negotiable, based on experience and capabilities

* Please send us your complete resume (both in Chinese and in English) to:
‘topjob_fi147bj#dacare.com'(Please replace “#” with “@”)

A Famous Investment Bank Seeking a Analyst for China Operation, Urget!

Company Introduction: A TOP FOUR International INVESTMENT BANK

Location: Beijing, China
[pagebreak]Job responsibilities:
1.Day-to-day cash management
2.Funds reconciliations to maintain the integrity between internal records versus external records
3.Issues analysis and resolution through working with banks, controllers, trade processing team and IT
4.Ensure all treasury-related processes adhere to GS internal policy as well as external rules and regulation
5.Work with Corporate Treasury and other relevant departments to explore funding opportunities
Qualifications:
1.Knowledge in Initial Public Offering process
2.Organized, ability to set priorities as well as multi-tasking
3.Good attention to details / ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
4.Good communication skills (verbal and written) for both English and Chinese (Putonghua)
5.Good interpersonal skills with good analytical abilities
6.Client-service oriented; ability to clarify and understand internal client needs, efficiently and effectively respond to business queries
7.Prior experience in Operations or Initial Public Offering process: 1-2 years preferred
Education: Bachelors Degree required
Salary Range: Negotiable, based on experience and capabilities

* Please send us your complete resume (both in Chinese and in English) to:
‘topjob_fi146bj#dacare.com'(Please replace “#” with “@”)

Red Cross hotline used to recruit volunteers

THE Shanghai Red Cross Association yesterday launched a service hotline (6323-7380) to recruit volunteers to serve in the city’s 10 Red Cross institutes as part of its celebrations for the 60th Red Cross Day today.

The association stipulates that volunteers must be available to offer their services at least once a month and work for more than two hours every time. They are also required to keep up their service for at least a year.

Foreign volunteers are also welcomed to the join the activity but so far a foreign language hotline service is not available.

The association will interview candidates and provide free training to those who pass the interview. Volunteers will get a certificate from the administration.

The administration unveiled 10 Red Cross service centers yesterday, including one at Fudan University’s Children’s Hospital and at Nanhui Central Hospital.

60-Second Guide to Employee Recruiting

A small business owner was looking for a few good employees for his alarm company. In the past, he advertised in the classifieds. Then, it dawned on him that the kind of employee he wanted probably wasn’t sitting at home reading the “help wanted” ads. His best workers had always come to him with personal recommendations. That’s when the first brainstorm hit. He chose a select group of customers and sent them a letter asking their help with his recruitment drive. He got his referrals and the unexpected benefit of engendering goodwill with his customers, who were flattered to learn he thought so highly of their opinion.

In just 60-seconds, you will learn how to recruit and hire good employees.

0:60 Take Recruiting & Hiring Seriously
The lesson here is to treat your employee recruitment efforts as seriously ¡ª and creatively ¡ª as you would any other business-related endeavor. A new employee is a major investment. There¡¯s the cost of training and the cost you want to avoid ¡ª the mistake of hiring the wrong person.

0:46 Use Your Network to Find Good Employees
When you set out on your candidate search, do as the small business owner did and solicit referrals from customers. Ask acquaintances, colleagues, and current employees as well. Other avenues include college placement offices, trade and professional associations, and employment agencies.

0:38: Set up an Interview Schedule
When you begin receiving resumes, you’ll want to contact the best candidates and set up an interview schedule. Prepare a list of questions to ask each candidate. By asking everyone the same interview questions in the same way, you will be able to more fairly compare their responses.

0:20 Pay Attention to Your Initial Impression
Check the candidate’s references, but be warned that you may not get an accurate picture. Sometimes people will give positive references because they fear legal action. It’s better to rely on insights you glean from the interview and by paying attention to your own gut feeling. Ask candidates you are impressed with to come back for a second interview.

0:11 Be Clear About Responsibilities
During the hiring process, be clear about the new employees’ role within the company. Set expectations by defining job responsibilities before hiring the candidate. A job description clarifies everyone’s duties and heads off confusion about who is responsible for what tasks.

0:03 Make the New Hire Feel Comfortable
Put your best employee in charge of training the new hire, and consider starting off with a three- or six-month trial period. If you approach your employee recruitment efforts with the same creativity and drive you do other business projects, chances are you won’t have a thing to worry about.