Procurement & Sourcing Manager - Fluent Chinese (m/f/d)

️ At Gauder, we rethink home improvement.

Magnets, adhesives, insect protection – sounds basic? We get it. But the truth is: many DIY products on the market are overpriced, poorly made, or just not built to last. That’s what we’re here to change. At Gauder, we develop home improvement solutions that are reliable, user-friendly, and designed with purpose.

Since 2017, more than 2 million customers across Europe and the US have trusted our products – from DIY enthusiasts to professionals. With 70,000+ monthly orders, we’ve grown into one of the leading e-commerce brands in our category. And we’re just getting started.

Backed by experience from Rocket Internet, WHU, WU Vienna, and several international startups, our team combines operational excellence with big-picture thinking. Our vision: expand into new product categories, build scalable infrastructure, and become a household name in home improvement.

At Gauder, we value initiative, accountability, and collaboration. We believe in learning fast, building together, and enjoying the ride. This is your chance to shape the future of a fast-growing consumer brand.

Start: Immediately

Type: Permanent position

Location: Berlin, Germany

Tasks

You will work directly with our Head of Supply Chain in Berlin on further scaling Gauder and positioning the company as a leading brand in the home improvement and DIY space.

• Drive growth by identifying and sourcing new products that strengthen our position as a leading brand in the home improvement and DIY market.
• Evaluate and qualify suppliers in China and worldwide, ensuring the best mix of quality, cost efficiency, and reliability.
• Build and manage strong supplier relationships , from sample testing and benchmarking to auditing and long-term partnerships.
• Oversee the global flow of goods by coordinating shipments and inventory across multiple warehouses and continents.
• Support strategic decisions by analysing sales performance, forecasting trends, and contributing to process improvements and automation.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, purchasing, logistics, e-commerce, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in business, supply chain management, or a similar discipline.
• Analytical strength – you are confident with numbers, fluent in Excel/Google Sheets, and comfortable translating data into insights.
• Entrepreneurial mindset – you take ownership, move fast, and enjoy turning challenges into opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills in English (C1+) and Mandarin (C1+), both written and spoken; additional languages are a plus.

Benefits

• Real ownership from day one – you’ll drive sourcing and supplier projects that directly impact Gauder’s growth.
• Your ideas matter – we encourage you to actively shape our processes, culture, and supplier strategy.
• Steep learning curve with the opportunity to grow into a leadership role in sourcing and supply chain.
• A dynamic mix of strategic challenges and hands-on execution in a global business environment.
• Competitive compensation package with performance-based growth opportunities.

We look forward to receiving your application! Please send us your CV – we will review it carefully and get back to you within 48 hours.