• Inventory and Order Management: Managed procurement and oversight of 50+ BOM and 100+ non-BOM materials. Coordinated with 15+ vendors to place weekly orders. Utilized SAP to manage PRs, POs and invoices, and to ensure consistent material availability.• Cost Reduction and Vendor Negotiation: Sourced and negotiated with local US vendors for raw materials, packaging materials, and warehouse improvement projects. Achieved a total cost reduction of $50,000 through strategic vendor… Show more • Inventory and Order Management: Managed procurement and oversight of 50+ BOM and 100+ non-BOM materials. Coordinated with 15+ vendors to place weekly orders. Utilized SAP to manage PRs, POs and invoices, and to ensure consistent material availability.• Cost Reduction and Vendor Negotiation: Sourced and negotiated with local US vendors for raw materials, packaging materials, and warehouse improvement projects. Achieved a total cost reduction of $50,000 through strategic vendor negotiation.• Shipment and Logistics Coordination: Collaborated daily with three freight forwarders to track and monitor all in-transit shipments, ensuring timely delivery and smooth production processes.• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Issue Resolution: Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including the customer, production team, and planning team to optimize delivery plans. Effectively troubleshot and resolved material shortages and logistics delays to prevent disruptions in the supply chain.• Inventory Control and Project Coordination: Utilized Warehouse Management System (WMS) for precise inventory management and conducted root cause analysis for discrepancies. Coordinated with project teams to launch new products and build inventory. Show less

• Optimized Supply Chain Operations: Strategically managed and optimized supply chain processes using Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Achieved a 15% reduction in production down time through labor and material optimization.• Forecasting Alignment: Aligned material planning with Bill of Materials (BOM) and customer demand forecasts using Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR). Resulted in a 20% improvement in forecast… Show more • Optimized Supply Chain Operations: Strategically managed and optimized supply chain processes using Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Achieved a 15% reduction in production down time through labor and material optimization.• Forecasting Alignment: Aligned material planning with Bill of Materials (BOM) and customer demand forecasts using Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR). Resulted in a 20% improvement in forecast accuracy, reducing excess inventory and stockouts.• Manufacturing Capacity Management: Proactively monitored material availabilities and manufacturing capacities, collaborating with vendors to ensure Just-In-Time (JIT) deliveries. Successfully mitigated production bottlenecks, resulting in a 25% increase in throughput.• Inventory Optimization: Implemented data-driven inventory management strategies, reducing excess inventory levels by 30% while maintaining optimal stock levels. Generated cost savings of $50,000 quarterly through improved inventory turnover.• Logistics Coordination: Coordinated end-to-end logistics operations. Reduced transportation costs by 15% through long-term planning, route optimization and freight forwarder negotiations.• Vendor Validation: Ensured vendors’ compliance with US export control laws and regulations and company requirements. Conducted vendor evaluations, mitigated risks, and maintained thorough documentations, fostering effective stakeholder communications. Show less

• Strategic Project Oversight: Directed and coordinated the successful execution of 50+ projects across the North America Region, collaborating closely with 5 sales teams. Ensured projects were delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Managed a diverse team of supply chain managers, facilitating bi-weekly status updates and fostering collaboration between departments. Streamlined communication channels to enhance efficiency and… Show more • Strategic Project Oversight: Directed and coordinated the successful execution of 50+ projects across the North America Region, collaborating closely with 5 sales teams. Ensured projects were delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Managed a diverse team of supply chain managers, facilitating bi-weekly status updates and fostering collaboration between departments. Streamlined communication channels to enhance efficiency and resolve project roadblocks promptly.• Financial Analysis and Optimization: Conducted monthly financial analyses to evaluate project profitability, identify cost-saving opportunities, and determine future sales strategies. Presented YTD performance reports to C-Level executives, influencing strategic decision-making processes.• Supply Chain Management: Utilized advanced Warehouse Management System (WMS) to oversee 1000+ SKUs across multiple warehouses. Optimized inbound and outbound shipments, minimized inventory holding costs, and ensured seamless logistics operations.• Integration Leadership: Led the integration of systems between ZTE USA and third-party warehouses. Developed comprehensive documentation, coordinated testing efforts, and ensured a smooth transition to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.• Compliance and Risk Management: Served as Export Compliance Point of Contact (ECPOC), ensuring full compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations. Maintained transparency with the Special Compliance Coordinator (SCC) team, mitigating potential risks and ensuring regulatory adherence. Show less

• Vendor Relationship Management: Managed relationships with over 30 vendors, overseeing the placement of weekly purchase orders and handling invoice processing. Fostered strong vendor partnerships to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any procurement issues proactively.• Inventory Optimization: Collaborated with logistics coordinators and warehouse personnel to manage inbound and outbound logistics for 45,000+ SKUs. Utilized advanced tools and methodologies to optimize… Show more • Vendor Relationship Management: Managed relationships with over 30 vendors, overseeing the placement of weekly purchase orders and handling invoice processing. Fostered strong vendor partnerships to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any procurement issues proactively.• Inventory Optimization: Collaborated with logistics coordinators and warehouse personnel to manage inbound and outbound logistics for 45,000+ SKUs. Utilized advanced tools and methodologies to optimize inventory levels, minimize stockouts, and reduce carrying costs.• Process Improvement Initiatives: Led initiatives to automate redundant purchase orders, resulting in a 5% reduction in total working hours. Identified opportunities to streamline supply chain processes and enhance efficiency through the implementation of best practices and innovative solutions.• Data Analysis and Forecasting: Utilized Distribution Key Process (DKP) and Safety Stock Calculation (SSC) tools to analyze SKU-level data and identify trends. Conducted root cause analysis for deviations and implemented corrective actions to improve forecast accuracy and inventory management.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with demand planning teams to develop and revise product-level forecasts based on sales data and market trends. Collaborated with internal stakeholders to align supply chain strategies with business objectives and customer requirements. Show less

• Optimized Distribution Operations: Developed and executed optimal delivery plans for distribution centers, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and timely fulfillment of customer orders.• Supplier Negotiation and Cost Reduction: Negotiated with material suppliers, resulting in a 5% reduction in unit costs and an increase in safety stock levels, enhancing inventory management capabilities and reducing supply chain risks.• Process Improvement and Quality Control: Implemented… Show more • Optimized Distribution Operations: Developed and executed optimal delivery plans for distribution centers, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and timely fulfillment of customer orders.• Supplier Negotiation and Cost Reduction: Negotiated with material suppliers, resulting in a 5% reduction in unit costs and an increase in safety stock levels, enhancing inventory management capabilities and reducing supply chain risks.• Process Improvement and Quality Control: Implemented process improvements for New Product Introduction (NPI) and First Article Inspection (FAI) processes, ensuring adherence to quality standards and minimizing production delays.• Supply Chain Documentation and Management: Validated Bill of Materials (BOM) for all active and upcoming projects, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Updated and maintained item masters for accessories, packaging materials, and handsets, facilitating efficient inventory management and tracking.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to contribute to global Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) projects. Provided valuable insights and analysis to support short-term revenue forecasting and decision-making processes. Show less

• Problem-Solving and Process Improvement: Identified and resolved purchase order (PO) issues arising from the e-commerce platform (SellerCloud), ensuring seamless procurement processes and maintaining supply chain efficiency.• Logistics Coordination: Collaborated with the logistics team to facilitate the receipt of Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs), ensuring timely processing and resolution of customer returns. Implemented streamlined procedures to enhance the RMA process and… Show more • Problem-Solving and Process Improvement: Identified and resolved purchase order (PO) issues arising from the e-commerce platform (SellerCloud), ensuring seamless procurement processes and maintaining supply chain efficiency.• Logistics Coordination: Collaborated with the logistics team to facilitate the receipt of Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs), ensuring timely processing and resolution of customer returns. Implemented streamlined procedures to enhance the RMA process and minimize turnaround time.• Customer Order Management: Verified the status and ensured the on-time delivery of each customer purchase order (PO), maintaining accurate records for bookkeeping purposes. Implemented proactive communication channels to address any delivery delays and mitigate potential customer dissatisfaction. Show less

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