Multi-lingual Executive with 30 years product development, sourcing, supply chain and production management experience, predominantly in Greater China & SE Asia. Recent focus on shifting supplier base from China to SE Asian countries. Lived full-time in Shanghai and Hong Kong for 29 years. Recently relocated from Hong Kong to Chandler, AZ. U.S. Citizen, Married, two children.Specialties:• Fluent Mandarin Chinese (written & spoken), functional Cantonese and Shanghai dialect skills• LED lighting and electrical product specialist (commercial/residential) UL/ETL Certification• Sourcing, Procurement, Purchasing, Production/Materials Management, Inventory & Supply Chain Management• MS D365, PowerBi, Qlik Analytics• ISO 9001 2008/2015 Lead Auditor Training Certificate. • Product Development Specializing in North American/European Retail & Wholesale Channels• OEM Sourcing / Production Planning / Toyota Production System / Vendor Continuous Improvement Practices / P&L Management / Process Improvement
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Global Sourcing ManagerEnstall Apr 2022 - PresentAmsterdam, The Netherlands, NlThe Esdec Solar Group of companies develops, manufactures, and supplies professional solar rooftop mounting solutions for the residential, commercial, and industrial markets. Developed by installers, for installers, Esdec has simplified installations with some of the fastest, most economical mounting solutions on the market. As Global Sourcing Manager, I work with Planning & Purchasing to obtain demand forecast and ensure it is placed to the proper suppliers in support of the overall sourcing strategy. Analyze TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) & ensure best costs are achieved throughout Supply Chain. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of contracts, terms, conditions and other essential records in ERP and other company-wide systems (D365, PowerBI, Qlik etc.). -
Director Of Operations, Asia PacificTopaz Lighting Feb 2020 - Feb 2022Holtsville, New York, UsTopaz Lighting has been a leading provider of quality lighting and electrical products to the US electrical wholesale market for 35 years. As Director of Asia Ops, I manage supplier relationships, factory sourcing and audits, shipping, roving QC inspection teams and logistics. I utilize my location in Hong Kong and linguistic skills to liaise with suppliers and solve issues in real time, cutting costs and lead times. My key initiative is to expand the supplier base outside of China into other parts of SE Asia (Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, India). -
China Operations Manager2Market Limited Mar 2018 - Feb 20202 Market is a boutique Product Development consultancy focused mainly on Consumer Electronics and lifestyle products. Specialties in Channel Marketing, Business Development, China Sourcing, OEM/ODM product development and rollout. The China Operations Director manages the sourcing and development team. Areas of focus: Vendor selection, audit and verification. Project planning, costing, price negotiations. Etc. -
General Manager, China OperationsStandard Products Inc. Jul 2013 - Feb 2018Saint-Laurent, Quebec, CaStandard provides lighting solutions to Canada’s commercial, industrial, and residential markets. Standard offers innovative high quality products, vast inventories, friendly and informed Customer Service, fast and efficient shipping, training programs and innovative marketing. Our primary function is to service and strengthen our distributors. As General Manager of China Operations I act as liaison between HQ and our valued suppliers in all areas of production, logistics, and product development as needed. -
Principal China ConsultantAclglobal Sourcing Specialists Dec 2001 - Jan 2017ACL is a boutique consultancy assisting overseas companies initiate and increase presence in China. Focus on product development, manufacturing, sourcing, logistics management etc.
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General Manager, China OperationsLouisville Bedding Company Oct 2006 - Jun 2013Louisville Bedding is a premier home textiles manufacturer founded in 1889. LB owns a large share of the US basic bedding market, focused on mattress pads, pillows, and down & feather bed products. LB China is a newly incorporated venture in Shanghai, focused on Sourcing, Production Management, Quality Control and Testing.
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Director Of SourcingPortola Sourcing Group Apr 2004 - Oct 2006Based in Shanghai China. Portola Sourcing Group is the internal sourcing arm for Portola Packaging Co., an international plastics and packaging manufacturer servicing the beverage, cosmetics and tech industries. PSG sources production machinery for our global facilities as well as packaging product for our client base.
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Director Of Corporate SalesDz Trading Co. May 1998 - Dec 2001(Corporate apparel division of a multi-national sourcing agent for major private labels in high fashion and mass-market garment industry. Focus on cashmere, knitwear, wovens, and active-wear. Sources from garment factories throughout China, Mongolia, and South-East Asia. Headquartered in Los Angeles, offices in New York, Michigan, Vienna, Shanghai, and Beijing. Annual sales: $125 million).
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Kevin O'Connell 欧阳文 Education Details
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Arizona State University -
Peoples University BeijingAdvanced Mandarin Chinese Certificate
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