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- Manage 150+ production and prototype metal and 3D components schedules across 2 vehicle platforms, while managing supplier relationships and ensuring commitments to delivery dates and quality- Leading and managing all BOM into MRP database and scheduling- Conduct RFQ process for production and prototype components while developing new processes for cost efficiency. Initiative currently saves $315k and ongoing.- Implement Supply Chain Logistics cost avoidance project within the organization with estimate $192k annual impact- Develop Supply Chain optimization strategies for metal, 3D, and logistics commodities

Directed sourcing strategy for implementation of 19 SKUs across 7 programs simultaneously with 7 separate timeline while managing $1.1m in expenditures for tooling and prototypeManaged 200+ manufacturer part numbers for production components, while managing existing customer relationships and ensuring OTDCreated and launched logistics supplier scorecard which was presented bi-weekly to senior management to review supplier relations, supply disruptions, and recovery of supplyReduced transportation spending by $205k+ by implementing LTL consolidation program while reducing carbon footprintLed Supply Chain Initiative to localization suppliers resulting in constraints eliminated in value stream. Initiative saved $47k while reducing lead times, and improving quality related to shipping damagesFocused on Volume Planning while selecting suppliers of brackets for WPL R600 program to manage $6M in annual spendCollaborate with cross functional teams and facilitate issues across related functions such as negotiating price/lead time reduction, onboarding selected supplier, serving as accounts payable liaison solving complex payment holdsImplemented supplier business reviews for critical components to ensure supply continuity and supplier relationsRevamped current Corporate supplier list with commodity codes and assigning categories within ERP systemEnsure products compliance with environmental regulations by assisting and supporting third party compliance supplier collecting component dataAdministered confidential archive such as but not limited to SOW, SLA, MSA, NDA, Purchasing Agreements, vendor contact information sheets, aid as contractual medium between legal team and procurement teamDeveloped new supply sources for when existing suppliers are no longer competitive while maintaining total cost of ownershipConduct RFQ process for production components and analyze price proposals from suppliers to support the need of the projects

Evaluate and analyze bid documents with the most economical shipping strategy based on the customer's needs which resulted in acquiring new business. Manage the awarded RFQ's/RFI's and RFQ's and maintain the internal and external relationships by meeting their performance goals. Coordinate with the customer by providing exceptional communication on status updates/timeline, issues, and problem solutions.

Evaluate optimal shipping strategies based on internal due diligence and customer expectations, which resulted in acquiring new business.Identify cost reduction opportunities through the life of the bid, which resulted in more competitive pricing terms.Interface with customer to understand requirement for their shipments including service, level of urgency, and shipping terms.

Responsible for operating the ocean import agent tasks as an intermediary between the customers and the suppliers, ensuring smooth and timely freight process flow.Utilized diverse software and programs to improve operational efficiency and productivity.Ensured timely and accurate information are updated in the system as well as meeting both internal and external regulations.

Participated in the client services, utilized communication skills in dealing with clients over the phone.Assisted the manager in developing marketing plans, and created the database for their targeted market companies