Engineering Specialist

ABOUT US

tms unites technology, marketing, and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world’s leading brands. With 1,200+ employees across 26 countries, we offer an impressive range of solutions – from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.

Operating as a creative agency, a strategic consultancy, a sourcing business, and a technology provider, we engage with over 110 million customers every single day for our clients, including McDonald’s, T-Mobile, O2, Starbucks, and adidas.

Most importantly, we're a place where you can achieve great things, and be recognized as the best.

WHAT MATTERS THE MOST

Breakthrough, business-driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work. Authenticity and diversity are critical elements of our business. They can only be realized when we create access and equity for all. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever-evolving.

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Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Development Engineering, the Engineering Specialist will be responsible for conducting comprehensive analyses of overseas supply chains, with a particular emphasis on North American operations. This role requires a seasoned professional with demonstrated expertise in vendor assessment, qualification, and engineering feasibility studies to support strategic sourcing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Supply Chain Assessment: Evaluate and establish overseas supply chain capabilities, focusing on North American markets.
• Manufacturer Sourcing: Identify, assess, and onboard new manufacturing partners in North America to support product development and production needs.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with external consultants and internal teams—including Engineering and Supply Chain—to ensure alignment between sourcing strategies and product requirements.
• Market Intelligence: Provide timely insights into market trends and developments in emerging supply chain regions, including second-tier suppliers.
• Feasibility Studies: Conduct engineering assessments related to production transfers from Asia to North America, including risk analysis, tariff forecasting, and contingency planning.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 7 years’ experience in plastic product development and/or production within the toy or consumer goods industry.
• Technical Expertise:
• Proficiency in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and automated production systems is highly desirable.
• Experience with sustainable polymer and/or fiber-based materials is considered an asset.
• Professional Competencies:
• Strong ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills in Cantonese and English, both written and spoken.
• Global Exposure:
• Proven track record in overseas manufacturing, engineering, global sourcing, supplier qualification, and supply chain operations.
• Availability: Candidates who are immediately available will be given priority consideration.