AsiaProcure

Supply Chain & Ingredient Sourcing Manager

SOKIA MATCHA Chicago, USA • Freelance

Nov 2025 - Present • 6 mos

SOKAI Matcha is a premium matcha and wellness brand based in Texas and California, specializing in high-quality ceremonial matcha, functional ingredient blends, and innovative matcha-based consumer products. Their formulations rely on carefully selected ingredients sourced from trusted global suppliers to maintain purity, consistency, and premium taste standards. As Supply Chain & Ingredient Sourcing Manager for the SOKAI Matcha Honey Salt and related matcha ingredient projects, I oversee the complete sourcing lifecycle for all raw materials essential to product development. This includes MCT powder, coconut powder, sage honey, sea salt, and other specialized components used across their matcha and wellness lines. My responsibilities include identifying qualified suppliers across Asia, evaluating ingredient quality, validating certifications, and ensuring all vendors meet strict compliance, documentation, and export requirements. I manage direct communication with suppliers, negotiate pricing and MOQs, review product specifications, and assess manufacturing capabilities to ensure they align with SOKAI’s standards. I coordinate all logistics under FOB terms for U.S. shipment, ensuring timelines, packaging requirements, and export documentation are properly executed. I also conduct ongoing market and ingredient research to identify emerging trends, new functional components, and potential product innovations. My work supports SOKAI Matcha’s strategic expansion and ensures a stable, high-quality supply chain that enables consistent production, cost efficiency, and long-term market growth.

SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

ASIA PROCURE INC. • Full time

Jun 2021 - Present • 4 yrs 11 mos

Procurement & Supplier Sourcing Specialist Asia – China – Europe - USA - Carribeans. I manage end-to-end sourcing operations, from identifying verified manufacturers to conducting full due diligence, compliance checks, and feasibility assessments. My role includes supplier vetting, market research, RFQ management, and preparing structured sourcing reports that support executive decision-making. I work closely with businesses to reduce procurement risk, ensure product quality, and secure reliable, export-ready partners across the region. Global Product Research & Supply Chain Analyst I conduct comprehensive market and supplier analysis to evaluate cost structures, production capabilities, and supply chain reliability. My responsibilities include competitive benchmarking, category research, and guiding clients on optimal sourcing strategies in fast-moving industries. Business & Procurement Consultant I support companies in improving procurement workflows, integrating AI-driven research, enhancing supplier databases, and executing strategic sourcing for scale. My consulting work emphasizes operational clarity, precision, and measurable business outcomes.