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Oklahoma City, Ok, Us

Aligned with Reintechnik factory (Vietnam) to create dedicated production, assembly, and testing processes, overseeing supply chain, procurement, sourcing, and various operational areas within the plant. Piloted the new brand launch of a patented, fully motorized product, leading all activities associated with creating and applying business plans, forecasting financials, and sourcing all components for the launch of AlpsAV. Partnered with third-party logistics (3PLs) and online shopping channels for orders and fulfillment.* Collaborated with engineers in Austria HQ, and factory engineers and manufacturing teams in Hanoi, where the first No-Touch mount was designed, developed, tested to UL and TUV standards, manufactured, and shipped.* Trained and mentored cross-functional teams on best practices regarding quality control, sourcing, and purchasing with strict adherence to UL, TUV, and international testing standards.* Directed all operations related to the worldwide launch of AlpsAV, sales, and marketing programs and collaborated with Reintechnik for electronics, PCBAs, cables, steel, fasteners, injection molding, and packaging.* Drove customer and market growth through an efficient pricing structure allowing AlpsAV to provide better products at lower unit costs than established competitors.* Supervised product sales and marketing endeavors and devised strategic plans to regulate product development of new patent pending product line, attaining rapid growth in a competitive market.Key

Established a new office in Ningbo, China (2012) and a 2nd office in Hanoi, Vietnam (2014). Implemented in-process quality control to resolve process line errors/faults and reduce quality issues by 85% per year. Provided training to purchasing, quality control, engineering, accounting, and sales teams to streamline operations. Led business operations, purchasing products from China and Vietnam, focusing on sourcing and quality, and launching the APAC division of B-Tech to manage all facets of global purchasing, logistics, engineering, IT, sales, marketing operations sourcing, purchasing, quality control, product development, supply chain, and business intelligence. * Started a new office in Vietnam and increased the number of China and Vietnam office associates to support operations, accounting, sales, engineering, quality control, and graphic design activities.* Sourced multiple products from Vietnam for better IP protection and mitigation of supply chain risks to save 15-22% on cost.* Relocated functions to Asia delivering 75% overhead cost savings and increased efficiency while supporting head office functions including marketing and IT functions.* Established sales team, applying best sales techniques to amplify overall company revenue, recognized as the fastest growing sales division in 2016 and 2017.Key

Brea, California, Us

Defined performance management KPIs to monitor operational success against objectives, applying lean management procedures to minimize stock holdings and EPICOR ERP and WMS System. Managed seven direct reports, and a team of 40 charged with Sourcing, Procurement, Logistics, Quality Control, Assembly, Order Fulfillment, and Warehousing. * Led transition from Taiwan to China-based manufacturing, capturing 12% cost savings from international shipping charges and 15+% savings on the cost of goods by converting from Taiwan to China-based manufacturing partners.* Collaborated with US-based manufacturing, quality control, and assembly to enhance the efficiency of operations, including vendor corrective action, non-conformance reports, and follow-up plans.* Spearheaded WMS implementation for inventory management and control, resulting in warehouse and inventory groups achieving inventory loss of less than .03%* Developed and executed China-based sourcing and manufacturing business plan.Key

Daventry, Northants, Gb

Managed Sourcing, Quality Control, and packaging functions, for business-to-consumer computer care and screen mounting solutions, and the transition to lower-cost suppliers in China. Collaborated with key stakeholders and leadership teams to set up the B-Tech USA operations, managing logistics and 3PL partners, supporting sales representatives and processes, and directing customer service.Key