Jeff Zhou

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Head of Operations at Swisslog Kunshan @
Jeff Zhou's Location
Jiangsu, China, China
About Jeff Zhou

1)Work in European corporations for over 13 years in SCM and deeply trained with Swedish culture: Responsibility, Attitude, Respect, Honesty, Share.2)Master result-orientated target management model.3)Prefer to team work, master SMART principles, specialize in project purchase ( many categories with small size, Zero Stock, time bound, strictly cost control) ,4)Familiar with the relevant procedures of supply chain management, integrate and optimize the related resources of procurement, planning, logistics etc.5)Familiar with the supplier assessment, Supplier rating, and supplier performance appraisal system;6)Good communication skills, good work ethic and cultivation and ability to greater pressure7)Devote to sourcing and product technical Design for many years,

Jeff Zhou's Current Company Details
Swisslog Kunshan (Part of KUKA)

Swisslog Kunshan (Part Of Kuka)

Head of Operations at Swisslog Kunshan
Jeff Zhou Work Experience Details
  • Swisslog Kunshan (Part Of Kuka)
    Head Of Operations
    Swisslog Kunshan (Part Of Kuka) Mar 2015 - Present
    Kunshan, China
    1. Design & Engineering Mgt 1) pre-sales support 2) project (product) design 3) tech support for prod 4) product localization 5) process verification 6) after service tech support2. Production Mgt: 1) resource planning 2) production planning 3) mech/ elec assembly & test 4) warehouse mgt 5) facility mgt 6) prod equipment mgt 7) IE( process, WI, Std labor, tools) 8) CI, 5S mgt, visual mgt3. Team & culture building: 1)… Show more 1. Design & Engineering Mgt 1) pre-sales support 2) project (product) design 3) tech support for prod 4) product localization 5) process verification 6) after service tech support2. Production Mgt: 1) resource planning 2) production planning 3) mech/ elec assembly & test 4) warehouse mgt 5) facility mgt 6) prod equipment mgt 7) IE( process, WI, Std labor, tools) 8) CI, 5S mgt, visual mgt3. Team & culture building: 1) guidelines definition & implement 2) cross training for all BCs 3) regular outing activities 4) ESS( employee satisfaction survey) 5) PAS( performance appraisal system) 6) monthly performance evaluation 7) regular workshop for culture topics Show less
  • Swisslog Kunshan (Part Of Kuka)
    Head Of Sales/Pm
    Swisslog Kunshan (Part Of Kuka) Jan 2012 - Mar 2015
    Suzhou
    Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. New dept. Sales &PM founded in Jan this year, which consists of internal sales, PM, Customer service.1) Project Sales(Within Swisslog group)2) Project Management.3) Product Management.4) Design & Engineering 5) Customer service.
  • Swisslog Kunshan
    Senior Manager Supply Chain
    Swisslog Kunshan Mar 2008 - Jan 2012
    Suzhou
    Job Description:1) To manage the supply chain department2) To be in charge of sourcing qualified supplier for Kunshan factory3) To take care of providing sufficient material on time to meet production plan4) To monitor the material cost lower over 30% than Sweden, especially to optimize the localized sourcing to meet project achievement,5) To develop new potential suppliers in order to save material cost continuously6) To Lead Pure Cheap Project developing for China… Show more Job Description:1) To manage the supply chain department2) To be in charge of sourcing qualified supplier for Kunshan factory3) To take care of providing sufficient material on time to meet production plan4) To monitor the material cost lower over 30% than Sweden, especially to optimize the localized sourcing to meet project achievement,5) To develop new potential suppliers in order to save material cost continuously6) To Lead Pure Cheap Project developing for China, which will be a big challenge to meet product quality and product cost control.7) To develop the framework contract for mechanical parts, which will enhance the long-term partnership with the local suppliers, also shorten the lead time for each projects( we do project-orientated production)8) To participant the framework contract for the electronic components such as SIMENS / ABB / Schneider / Murr/ Lappkable/ Helukable / Rittal / Wieland/ Souriau/ Pepper+ Fuchs/ Sick/ Phoenix/ Meidmuller/ SEW/ Nord/ Interroll, and have good contact with their Head of China.9) To be in charge of import and customs clearance10) Support PTC-Sweden on sourcing some local material suppliers11) Be involved into the products produced in China with Product developing/ Engineering design in Sweden, and communication with Sweden workmates about the situation of China raw material/ supplier manufacturing cability;Achievements:-. Up to 2011/8/31, although more than 90% suppliers asked for over 10% increase on raw material/products, we achieved 3.28% reduction, even though 20% if cost avoidance considered;-. Stick to 30% cost saving compared to Sweden;-. Project finished on time over 99%;-. Projects arrived in customers on time 100%;-. Keep close touch with Siemens/ABB/Schneider /Pepper+Fuchs Sick /Leuze/SEW/Interroll/,to meet our project purchase delivery requirements, Show less
  • Accalon Ab
    Manager Sourcing/Product/Cs
    Accalon Ab Mar 2006 - Mar 2008
    Dongguan,Guangdong
    Accalon AB( Swedish Corporation), Accalon is the biggest world-wide provider of material automated handling equipments, Industry:  Automated Material handling equipments (Conveyors/ Stuck Cranes)Position: Sourcing manager/ Conveyor Product manager/ Customer support Job Description:1) Support Project Transferred to China before issued:2) Lead supplier sourcing, supplier audits, supplier quotations meet or under target price, and that a reliable supplier… Show more Accalon AB( Swedish Corporation), Accalon is the biggest world-wide provider of material automated handling equipments, Industry:  Automated Material handling equipments (Conveyors/ Stuck Cranes)Position: Sourcing manager/ Conveyor Product manager/ Customer support Job Description:1) Support Project Transferred to China before issued:2) Lead supplier sourcing, supplier audits, supplier quotations meet or under target price, and that a reliable supplier structure is established that could long term repeat the approved quality levels3) Manage sourcing activities for Accalon production outside China4) Continuously seek for improvements and increased efficiency related to the sourcing and production processes and area of responsibility such as alternative methods, components and replacements that could improve the cost / quality level5) Supervise Accalon’s production( mechanical, electrical) in the Dongguan factory;6) Monitor the production status and quality level of the products to meet the customer requested delivery time;7) Ensure the routines, standards, procedures, resources etc, related to the order and production process is defined and available in accordance to defined plans;8) Provide Customer Technical Support related to the Accalon products;9) Act as contact window between HGL and Accalon, such as PO status, Engineering drawings, Quality standards and so on,10) Lead customer audit, customer complaint, and the quality meeting with HGL and feedback to customer with 8D-report, and follow up the corrective action, to ensure not repeated again; Show less
  • Hgl Global Co Ltd
    Project Manager
    Hgl Global Co Ltd Mar 2003 - Mar 2006
    Dongguan,Guangdong
    HGL Global,Swedish Corporation OEM of Accalon AB HGL as OEM of Accalon AB, help do sourcing and products mounting in China and sell to Accalon who is the biggest world-wide provider of material automated handling equipments, Job Description: 1) Project Manager (mainly for Accalon Projects)( 2004/10—2006/03): Review the BOM from customers and clear up any engineering / technical issues; Lead Project launch meeting and setup Project Team & Timeplan; Feedback… Show more HGL Global,Swedish Corporation OEM of Accalon AB HGL as OEM of Accalon AB, help do sourcing and products mounting in China and sell to Accalon who is the biggest world-wide provider of material automated handling equipments, Job Description: 1) Project Manager (mainly for Accalon Projects)( 2004/10—2006/03): Review the BOM from customers and clear up any engineering / technical issues; Lead Project launch meeting and setup Project Team & Timeplan; Feedback to customer with lead time; Project progress control timely and management review in each stage according to time plan; Lead and execute engineering projects in support of product development and sourcing initiatives for Industrial System’s Product, range from electrical switches, consumer products Initially projects will be focused on develop products with potential suppliers or/and moving product and sub- assembly manufacturing from Europe to Chinese manufacturers. Subsequent projects will involve new product development efforts with these vendors. Act as window for customer and technical support,2) Purchase Supervisor from 2003/03—2004/10; Show less
  • Sanhua & Fujikoki
    Qe/Quality E N Gin E Er
    Sanhua & Fujikoki Jul 2001 - Mar 2003
    Xinchang,Zhejiang
    Joint Venture between CN and Japan Job Description:Mainly responsible for monthly quality statistics and analysis, put forward countermeasures for these defective quality. And follow up the corrective action and closed.

Jeff Zhou Skills

Supply Chain Project Planning Sourcing Project Management Logistics Negotiation New Business Development Warehousing Account Management Sales Management Shipping Strategic Planning Product Development Team Building Team Leadership International Sales Customer Service Contract Negotiation Change Management Budgets Coaching Microsoft Office Operations Management Sales Operations Supply Chain Management Leadership Analysis Performance Management Engineering Business Planning Product Management Manufacturing

Jeff Zhou Education Details

  • Remin University Of China & Welsh University
    Remin University Of China & Welsh University
    Master Of Business Administration (Mba)
  • Wuhan University Of Science And Technology
    Wuhan University Of Science And Technology
    Metallurgical Engineering

Frequently Asked Questions about Jeff Zhou

What company does Jeff Zhou work for?

Jeff Zhou works for Swisslog Kunshan (part Of Kuka)

What is Jeff Zhou's role at the current company?

Jeff Zhou's current role is Head of Operations at Swisslog Kunshan.

What schools did Jeff Zhou attend?

Jeff Zhou attended Remin University Of China & Welsh University, Wuhan University Of Science And Technology.

What skills is Jeff Zhou known for?

Jeff Zhou has skills like Supply Chain, Project Planning, Sourcing, Project Management, Logistics, Negotiation, New Business Development, Warehousing, Account Management, Sales Management, Shipping, Strategic Planning.

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