With over 20 years of experience in sourcing and procurement across APAC, I am a strategic supply chain specialist who can manage and optimise complex and dynamic processes and relationships in the region.I am also an Executive Director and an Advisory Board Member at Good for Life, a global sourcing and procurement company that I have been involved with for over ten years. In my previous roles as the Global Procurement Director and the Sourcing Director, I led the procurement and logistics functions for the company, delivering cost savings, quality improvements, and operational efficiencies. Additionally, I have provided strategic advice and guidance to Indicia Worldwide, a leading marketing production and procurement agency, as a Global Supply Advisor.One of my core competencies and passions is sourcing across APAC, which I have developed through living and working in Taiwan, Beijing, and Hong Kong for 12 years. I have a deep understanding and respect for the culture and way of doing business with people from different backgrounds, and I have built a large network of friends and business colleagues in various industries. I am fluent in Mandarin Chinese and have completed several courses and certifications in the language. I enjoy connecting with and learning from people who share my interest and vision for creating value and making a positive impact in the world.
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Apac Procurement DirectorLinkAdelaide, Sa, Au -
Coo ApacGood For Life Jul 2024 - PresentApacRevolutionizing the packaging industry, Good for Life has established itself as a pioneering wholesale supplier of sustainable food packaging, having entered the market in 2014. Based in Taiwan, with strategic offices in Australia, the company has dedicated itself to revolutionizing the packaging industry by providing eco-friendly alternatives that cater primarily to the hospitality and retail sectors. Our products are made from responsibly sourced materials, including FSC™ certified paper and wood packaging.Our packaging solutions are crafted from renewable, plant-based materials, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic. -
Procurement ManagerFliteboard Aug 2022 - Jun 2024Australia -
Advisory Board MemberGood For Life Aug 2022 - Apr 2024Australia -
Global Procurement DirectorGood For Life Apr 2020 - Aug 2022Taichung City, Taiwan -
Executive ChairmanGood For Life May 2019 - May 2020Taichung City, Taiwan -
Sourcing DirectorGood For Life Sep 2014 - May 2019Taichung City, TaiwanGood for Life’s focus on sustainable and responsible sourcing is all about delivering our clients exceptional results.Around the world there is a growing demand for sustainable and responsible sourcing and it is a priority for our business. Good for Life’s solutions trickle down effect improve the lives of impoverished communities. We also work with our suppliers in the areas of environment & management systems like water and energy management, and use of sustainable materials, where possible.Good for Life are continually developing our suppliers in relation to things that are good for you, good for the community, and overall, good for life.Good for Life is global company With a shared interest in empowering others to live better, more sustainable lives. The realisation that the wellbeing of people and their environment should always come first. We have come to understand that what's good for 'me' is therefore good for 'us' and hence by design, Good for Life. -
Global Supply AdvisorIndicia Worldwide Jan 2022 - Jun 2022Australia -
PartnerZ Lab Ltd Apr 2020 - Mar 2022TaiwanReliable PPE supplies through comprehensive auditing, QC and production management of factories across APAC. Supplying clients including Henry Schein, Unispace Health, Sobey's, IGA, Costco, Quebec Health Department & more. -
Procurement Director ApacAdm Group Ltd Jun 2019 - May 2020Hong KongProvided leadership, direction and vision as part of the Regional Senior leadership team, managing 6 direct reports and 130 staff across APAC.• Create and drive the in region sourcing strategy that works hand in hand with the regional client / business development business strategy• Support best practice roll out into new emerging adm markets such as Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Japan & Korea.• Support business development and implementation in the region.• Lead cross-functional and/or cross-regional teams to develop and implement sourcing strategies from Asia to support our global Procurement platform ensuring consistent approach, innovation and global category management• Support/develop and lead a team of regional category managers• Developing and driving sourcing strategies for Procurement at a global level• Determine the procurement process and ensure service delivery efficiencies, cost reduction, value for money and collaboration whilst maintaining and improving quality of services and goods.• Responsible for all global tenders ensuring that we are working on best practice around brand assurance, price and CSR• Develop and lead cross functional teams in the development and execution of sourcing strategies and plans.• Lead the IT platform discussion and integration for the region• Analyse and deliver a low-cost country procurement strategy• Support and deliver on all P&L requirements within the Global Sourcing CentreKey Achievements• Diversified preferred supplier list to include suppliers from emerging low cost countries to remain competitive in market• Instigated workflow management tool to provide visibility and accountability across teams globally• Planned operational and structural changes to reduce operational overheads, and increase efficiencies and effectiveness of procurement team. -
Managing Director/Sourcing, Procurement & Supply Chain ManagerOrient Sourcing | A New Way To Source From Asia Mar 2004 - May 2019Beijing, China, AustraliaSince 2004, we at Orient Sourcing have established and nurtured healthy business relationships with factories across Asia. Ranging from printing, promotional products, textiles and general manufacturing, for our clients.Our substantial relationship with our Asian-based partners and successful assimilation into Eastern culture have enabled us to be the forerunners in all international issues associated with procurement and sourcing offshore.My role includes, but is not limited to:- Team Management and Team Leadership of staff across Asia- Source RFQs from a wide variety of vendors across Asia - Negotiating pricing and terms with vendors- Project management of vendors- Factory QC - LogisticsSome of my key achievements include:- Management of 12 staff across 4 countries in Asia- Grew business to $5M turnover through sourcing, procuring and project managing a wide variety of products for some of Australia’s largest companies.- Saved client $900,000 per year and cut 4 weeks from delivery times on printing and distribution of travel magazine to 65 countries and 700 different delivery locations by setting up regional printing and distribution hubs in Asia, Eastern Europe & US- Reduced production cost of SA Police uniform manufacturing by 40% by outsourcing to China and making minor design alterations for better efficiencies.- Re-arranging of logistics, due to port strikes, to ensure time sensitive delivery was completed for various clients.- Developed and Built online RFQ software which streamlines RFQs for our business, clients and suppliers by sending to multiple, relevant suppliers with one click.
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Account ManagerFinsbury Green Nov 2001 - Mar 2004Adelaide, Australia- Manage a list of clients.- Development of leads/prospects into new business.- Meet set individual budget.- Use of data and spending patterns to increase sales.- Keeping informed of client’s needs and competitor’s products.- Work to tight deadlines ensuring that quality procedures are followed at all times.Key achievements:- Significantly grew customer list in the first year by analysing data on spending patterns to forecast the next trends- Devised and investigated opportunities to outsource printing to China to save on production costs -
Account Manager/New Business DevelopmentSalmat Jul 1999 - Nov 2001Adelaide, Australia- Development of strategic sales opportunities – Both new & existing clients- Successful completion of sales training.- Liaising with Clients (both written & verbal)- Assist in training and development of Account Co-ordinators. -
Storeman/Warehouse ManagerThe Polygon Group Pty Ltd Feb 1993 - Nov 1998Adelaide, AustraliaKey achievements:- Set up systems to manage inventory in and out of the warehouse - Negotiate preferential freight rates to reduce logistics expenditure - Assisted with training and development of all new employees
Adam Elson Skills
Adam Elson Education Details
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Supply Chain And Logistics Management -
Mandarin HouseChinese (Mandarin) -
Vocational Language Learning CentreMandarin Chinese -
Westminster School
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Adam Elson attended Rmit University, Mandarin House, Vocational Language Learning Centre, Tafe Sa, Westminster School.
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