Brian Carlson

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Sr. Manager Global Program Management @ Nokia
Wichita, KS, US
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Wichita, Kansas, United States, United States
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About Brian Carlson

I am a global sales and supply chain leader with success across all facets of the electronics value chain. Whether strengthening executive interface or collaboration across functions and countries, I manage the relationships necessary to achieve stellar results. By identifying and addressing longstanding issues, I grow stagnant accounts, increasing sales and market share while reducing material costs. I am known for achieving and surpassing challenging goals in Sales or Supply Chain leadership positions. With acumen in risk mitigation, I identify intractable problems, building and executing tailored solutions that improve performance. By effectively addressing customer concerns such as speed of delivery and material risk, I also achieve my own organization’s objectives. Finally, I never let go of leading the process to its end-result.As a leader I am known for strategically building high performance teams. By understanding each individual’s abilities and motivations, I provide appropriate direction and support resulting in high-engagement and execution. Executives depend on me to build bridges across all organizational functions and relevant geographies.

Brian Carlson's Current Company Details
Nokia

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Sr. Manager Global Program Management
Wichita, KS, US
Brian Carlson Work Experience Details
  • Nokia
    Sr. Manager Global Program Management
    Nokia
    Wichita, Ks, Us
  • Infinera
    Sr Manager, Global Sourcing And Supply Chain
    Infinera May 2021 - Present
    San Jose, California, Us
  • Fabrinet
    Supply Chain Director, Electronics
    Fabrinet Nov 2018 - Apr 2021
    Kookot, Lumlookka Patumthanee, Th
    Responsible for material management, purchasing, inventory, excess and liability control, targeted cost savings, customer forecast analysis, supplier qualification, VMI performance, customer material communications, performance to stated KPI’s as well as Executive risk analysis and performance. • Manage 70+ purchasing/ team across 3 Global locations (Thailand, UK and Israel) to execute over $400M spend.• Maintain flow of electrical components during MLCC and COVID crisis, preventing line downs. • Lead risk management in presenting to Executive team identified financial risks to build, solutions for each as well as preventative actions.• Achieve or surpass Purchasing KPI savings quarterly, every quarter.• Manage customer scope and schedule including executive presentations, liability mitigation and supplier performance.• Act as direct interface between internal departments and customers in new project and market risk supply planning, in proposing and executing strategic supply solutions to ensure security of supply, from HUBs, to VMI and creation of direct manufacturer relationships.
  • Svi Public Company Limited
    Sr. Global Sourcing Manager
    Svi Public Company Limited May 2017 - Nov 2018
    Bangkok, Pathumthani, Th
    Lead team of over 30 sourcing employees with responsibility for; material strategy & management, supplier qualification and performance, RFQ execution, line card maintenance, Sourcing metrics, and Supply Chain customer interface.• Created Supplier Performance metrics, process, and ratings schedule.• Extended payment terms of Top 20 direct materials suppliers by a minimum of 30 days each.• Improved Top 10 distributors from marginal to excellent in delivery, cost and quality.• Consolidated 60% of FAB material locally achieving overall savings of 10%.• Consolidated spend of Top 10 manufacturers spending to achieve 3.8% direct material savings.• Conceived, coordinated and executed Suppliers Conference with over 40 Global Suppliers.
  • Independent Contractor
    Independent Contractor, Supply Chain
    Independent Contractor Sep 2014 - Apr 2017
    Responsible for oversight, material management and line production performance of customers contract manufacturer in Thailand. • Surpassed target of 10,000 units per week production within 6 months to a 12-month target.• Coordinated with customer and engineering to oversee installation of two new production lines.• Managed all material aspects of production to endure JIT metrics.• Coordinated all on-site communications between CM and Customer Senior Management.• Maintained priority material focus for targeted builds, identifying and solving risk material gaps.
  • Avnet Electronics Marketing
    Senior Account Manager At Avnet Electronics
    Avnet Electronics Marketing Jan 2009 - Aug 2012
    Phoenix, Az, Us
    • Produced 120% of sales quota over 4 years to a $17M account base. • Doubled sales to account base every year from FY2009 through FY2012. • Designed, implemented, and oversaw operation of supply chain solutions including point of use systems, product flow, forecasting, forecast accuracy, bonding, and material flow.
  • Avnet Electronics Marketing
    Outside Sales Manager
    Avnet Electronics Marketing Oct 2005 - Dec 2008
    Phoenix, Az, Us
    Managed 10 junior to senior Account Managers dispersed across a $153M territory in MN, WI, ND, SD, and IA. Coached, trained, and managed team via joint calls, sales meetings, and quarterly reviews.
  • Avnet Electronics Marketing
    Account Manager
    Avnet Electronics Marketing Jan 2000 - Sep 2005
    Phoenix, Az, Us
    Managed and sold engineering, supply chain, and design solutions across a 100 manufacturer line card to a diverse $11M account base in MN and WI. Developed and delivered presentations on operating plaln performance to customers, manufacturers, and Avnet management.
  • Avnet Electronics Marketing
    Sales And Marketing Representative
    Avnet Electronics Marketing Mar 1996 - Dec 1999
    Phoenix, Az, Us
    Spearheaded sales of semiconductors, electromechanical, connectors, hard drives, solder, and crimpers across 20 accounts comprised of OEM and contract manufacturers in MN, WS, IA, ND and SD. at Marshall Industries.**Marshall was acquired by Avnet Inc. in 1999

Brian Carlson Skills

Leadership Development Situational Leadership Team Leadership Cross Functional Team Building Supply Chain Semiconductors Electronics Sales Selling Cross Functional Team Leadership Manufacturing Product Marketing Product Management Solution Selling

Brian Carlson Education Details

  • University Of Minnesota
    University Of Minnesota
    Operations Management And Supervision
  • Berlitz Language School
    Berlitz Language School
    Chinese Language Studies - Mandarin
  • University Of Minnesota
    University Of Minnesota
    Clinical Psychology

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What company does Brian Carlson work for?

Brian Carlson works for Nokia

What is Brian Carlson's role at the current company?

Brian Carlson's current role is Sr. Manager Global Program Management.

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What schools did Brian Carlson attend?

Brian Carlson attended University Of Minnesota, Berlitz Language School, University Of Minnesota.

What skills is Brian Carlson known for?

Brian Carlson has skills like Leadership Development, Situational Leadership, Team Leadership, Cross Functional Team Building, Supply Chain, Semiconductors, Electronics, Sales, Selling, Cross Functional Team Leadership, Manufacturing, Product Marketing.

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