Develop and execute global supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels across all regionsOversee logistics operations to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation and distribution of goods, including managing relationships with third-party logistics providersCoordinate with internal departments (e.g. sales, finance, production) and external partners to align supply chain activities with business goals and customer needsIdentify and mitigate supply chain risks, including disruptions, regulatory changes, and supplier issues, to ensure continuity and resilienceImplement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess and improve supply chain performance, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence

Took on the leadership for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region and broadened my responsibilities to include Information Technology

Oversee operations efficiency and effectiveness in Sales Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Indirect Purchasing, and Regulatory Affairs for the Asia Pacific RegionDevelop and implement strategic solutions to improve and optimize the supply chain, supporting revenue and earnings goalsManage Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and channel operations processesFoster a global, customer-focused approach and collaborate across functions to drive change and improvementsEnsure alignment with business objectives while enhancing operational performance and meeting revenue targets

Promoted to Human Resources Director, Asia Pacific Region, overseeing an expanded territory that includes Greater China

Implement and manage HR activities in line with the organization's strategy, covering areas like recruitment, development, compensation, and employee wellnessCollaborate with regional leaders and HR teams to drive results and manage change across organizational boundariesLead and develop a team of HR professionals to ensure effective and consistent execution of HR strategies and adherence to budgetContribute to strategic planning and align HR strategies with broader business objectives, providing guidance on workforce planning and organizational developmentAct as a liaison with key regional leaders, external parties (e.g., unions, labor agencies), and promote clear communication and the employer brand

Develop and implement supply chain strategy that aligns with the region's business goals, revenue, and earnings objectivesOptimize Supply Chain Operations across purchasing and material flow processes to support manufacturing, new product launches, and product phase-outsDevelop and manage accurate demand plans and coordinate with supply managers to ensure alignment of supply plansLead sales meetings to analyze forecast opportunities and risks, implement risk mitigation and opportunity action plans, and manage cadence filesOversee and manage sales compensation processes

Provide leadership to the ASEAN logistics teams in overseeing third-party logistics providers by developing and implementing effective operating procedures and performance metricsFormulate and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy to align with the region’s business goals, driving revenue growth and achieving earnings targetsStreamline and enhance supply chain processes across purchasing and material flows to support manufacturing, new product launches, and phase-out activitiesLead the S&OP process by developing accurate demand plans, ensuring alignment with supply organizations, and managing the order-to-revenue cycleEnsure adherence to regulatory standards, such as Good Distribution Practice for Medical DevicesProvide training to the demand planning team on advanced planning tools like JDA and SAP

Oversee third-party logistics service providers by developing operating procedures, setting key performance indicators, and conducting regular performance reviewsLiaise with regional and country sales and supply chain managers across the Asia Pacific region to address supply chain matters, ensuring alignment between manufacturing plants and regional demandCollaborate with manufacturing sites to ensure that regional demand is met and develop backup plans to address potential capacity or resource constraintsAssess and enhance the supply network to improve overall supply chain efficiency and effectiveness in the regionImplement strategies to streamline operations and address supply chain challenges, ensuring optimal performance across the Asia Pacific region

Coordinate country sales and demand plans with sources of supplyCollaborate with country planners to align item reorder points with overall demand plans, balancing customer service with inventory targetsDrive supply chain initiatives, including managing changes in supply sources, product conversions, launches, and discontinuancesPartner with country sales teams and planners to develop and implement strategies for inventory improvements, aiming to meet inventory objectives