* Managed all quoting events and deliverables related to New Product Introduction (NPI) projects including dealer, home center, lighting systems and ceiling fans. * Organized and distributed quoting events with assistance in the clarification of specifications or standards required by the vendor to establish costing.* Collected and reviewed all quoting information from suppliers. * Evaluated and selected suppliers for product launch.* Collected vendor information required for NPI Stage/Gate reviews.*Negotiated and implemented supplier agreements and contracts* Worked with cross functional team to ensure project launch on time and on cost.* Arranged placement and payment for any tooling, sample, or pre-authorization orders required as part of new product development process.

1. Worked with NPI team on new project/product RFQ, evaluating pricings and selecting suppliers.2. Managed sample process and worked with engineering on testing, qualification and product trial runs.3. Worked with Planning team to identify long lead time components, forecasting and initial production POs.4. Worked with Total Cost Productivity(TCP) team to identify cost saving opportunities.5. Prepared Business Cases on TCP projects to obtain resource and funding approvals.6. Worked with TCP team to support testing, qualification and final execution of the projects.

1. Sourced components for plant manufacturing to ensure delivery of new products on cost and on time;2. Led supplier selection for all N.A. retail programs including cleaning solutions and accessories;3. Negotiated pricing, MOQ's, terms and awarding businesses to supplier while aligned with commodity strategies;4. Reduced working capital costs through reduction of tooling/equipments costs and amortization;5. Led retail program cost reduction and supplier consolidation efforts.

1. Initiated cost saving proposals on launched platforms/units;2. Coordinated with Marketing, Quality and Manufacturing on proposal testing and approval;3. Oversaw cost saving project implementation and making sure financial goals are met;4. Oversaw derivative models’ launch for different retail customers;5. Worked with cross functional teams and OEM suppliers to make sure derivative models are launched on cost and on time.

1. Managed new product development to ensure delivery of new products on cost and on time;2. Led supplier selection for all N.A. manufactured & sourced products/parts;3. Negotiated pricing, MOQ's, terms and awarding businesses to supplier while aligned with commodity strategies;4. Reduced working capital costs through reduction of tooling/equipments costs and amortization;5. Performed Make vs Buy analysis on all new product components that align w/mfg strategy;6. Managed all FG and Aftermarket sourcing activities and leading cost reduction and supplier consolidation efforts.

1. Sourced for DIY tapes, stationery adhesives and weatherization categories in US and Asia Pacific region;2. Negotiated pricing and costing model/structure with current and potential suppliers;3. Coordinated product testing and qualification of new suppliers;4. Initiated cost saving projects such as alternative materials, different packaging options, manufacturing efficiency improvement and supplier volume rebates;5. Tracked raw materials market index for product pricing variation and negotiating price increase/decrease with suppliers.

1. Sourced promotional merchandise for Fortune 500 companies (product categories: desktop items, electronics, sports items, toys, textiles, stationery, etc);2. Purchased products directly from factories and bypassed agents to save 15-30% off FOB costs for clients;3. Managed the Ford Europe Owner Manual Holder program for shipping, logistic and production forecast;4. Merchandised and sourced for corporate catalogs and web store programs (major corporate programs such as Nissan, Whirlpool, Harman & Becker, etc)