Tim Ma Email & Phone Number

Madison, Wi, Us

A strong advocate in transforming ISC organization and processes

A world leader in Powersports vehicles, marine engines, and boats, with operations worldwide.Retained as Project Manager following the closure of the outboard engines manufacturing due to Covid-19• Managed a $5M+ outsourcing project from end-to-end with full make/buy analysis, full P&L accountability, and managing deliverables• Plan, coordinate, and manage timeline/deliverables, P&L analysis, and report to internal stakeholders. Secured continuity of product offering in the US and EMEA markets, and improved margin by 10%.

A world leader in Powersports vehicles, marine engines, and boats with operations worldwide.Reported to the VP of Operations, responsible for the workforce planning, supply chain management, and partnering with other departmental heads in leading the transformation of this Marine Segment.• Lead 10 direct reports across 3 businesses, accountable for execution and implementation of the sourcing and supplier management strategies utilizing cross-functional teams. Restructured the purchasing organization and created a category management model resulted in 2%~4% YoY direct material savings.• Managed functional areas: Direct material($200M+), OPEX($2.5M), CAPEX($5.0M), procurement processes, and NPD planning/sourcing for the segment. Operated within/below assigned-budget.• Oversees the implementation of global/commodity sourcing strategies, develops & implements methods and processes for efficient supply, established priorities, and supervising personnel. • Consolidated the suppliers base by 40% over three years period and identified and developed plans that deliver an average 2%~4% YoY cost improvement

The second-largest manufacturer and marketer of window coverings in the world, operating in six(6) manufacturing facilities and employ over 7,500 associates worldwide.Recruited into this company after 15+ successful years in the automotive industry.• Oversees the company's centralized $180M+ categories, which oversees all global sourcing activities.• Negotiated multi-year (LTA), fixed-price contract on an assigned commodity. Resulted in on average 1st year, 35% TCO saving, and carry-over YoY 2% productivity improvement from LCC sources.• Developed Push/Pull sourcing strategies based on business needs. Generated top-line revenue.• Executed a supplier engagement program that resulted in 95% KPIs improvement and 75% CoPQ Recovery. Leveraged supplier capabilities on multiple NPD/NPI projects, assured design for manufacturing, manage within budget, and accomplished successful launch.

A $1.5 billion diversified industrial company (NYSE: ATU), Tier-1 automotive/truck hydraulic actuation and air/fluid-flow management systems, and engineered products with operations in over 30 countries.Promoted from a Purchasing Manager position with full responsibility for the strategic sourcing, global procurement and spend management across four businesses. Reported directly to the Global Operations Leader(VP) and direct the activities of 5 direct reports including a professional SQE.• Coach and train respective Purchasing/Sourcing Managers and their direct reports on supply chain KPIs and delivered YOY improvement in cost reduction, payment terms, OTD, and PPM improvement. • Conducted performance evaluations, salary recommendations, and the development of subordinates.• Developed and implemented a supply chain management approach that shared best practices and leverages spend across multiple businesses and elevates supply chain excellence that delivered YOY Q/D/C improvements. Reduced material costs 8% TCO saving in two years, and improved payment terms 25 days within 75% of supply base to improve cash-flow to the company.• Lead change management process across disciplines executed $55 million localization project in conjunction with manufacturing strategy resulted in 8% TCO savings. Identified/qualified APAC & NAFTA suppliers resulted in $2.9M in annualized saving and consolidated supply base by 20%• Accountable for Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Training, Workforce Planning, and required Supervisory responsibilities for the department. • Develop and deliver effective executive level communication to ensure understanding of vendor engagement processes, policies and performance.

A Tier-1.5 global automotive hydraulic motion control manufacturer, a subsidiary of Actuant Corp. Promoted to corporate level with overall divisional spend responsibility.• Through strategic sourcing, negotiation, value-stream-mapping, and VA/VE maintained a favorable PPV that yielded a divisional saving 2% total annual purchase.• Lead change management process across disciplines and divisions executed cost reduction projects on some key-commodities from high-risk, single-sourced European supplier to N. America source resulted in average 48% cost reductions with carry-over saving of $2.1M on global volumes. Developed L.T.A with strategic suppliers with additional 3% YoY annualized reduction.• Received recognition from executive management for excellent leadership skills, dedication, and awarded with Chairman’s Award & Certificate of Excellent for 5 consecutive years. • Served as a resident expert on factors relevant to assigned commodities, including product knowledge, applications/usage, processing knowledge, cost structure, global market, supplier capabilities, supplier market share, supplier benchmarking, etc.• Leads highly strategic, global, cross-functional sourcing teams and champions the strategic sourcing process with the organization.• Lead the development and execution of the North American Purchasing Strategy by aligning capabilities in global supplier management with regional stakeholder requirements

Directed activities of five purchasers in areas of procurement, project launch management, APQP, and capital expenditures with budgetary responsibility in excess of $52 million.

Leading Tier-1 international manufacturer of automotive lumbar seat support systems for auto industryWorked in the Commodity Manager capacity, reported to the Director of Materials Management with full responsibility for the procurement of some major components valued at US$55+ million annually. Supervised two trainees and junior buyer in all purchasing functions.• Developed and implemented cost reduction strategies, to meet organizational goals on existing materials, through the use of VA/VE, outsourcing to China & Mexico, negotiations, and leveraging of demand with other divisions. Spearheaded US$8.3 million in saving and credited with US$5.4 million in saving over 3 years period.• Purchased and negotiated over US$35 million annually in offshore motor manufacturing agreements and an additional US$10 million in electronic modules and stamped metal parts. Developed large-scale offshore purchasing of electric motor and formulated multi-facility L.T.A contract with suppliers resulted in US$5.8 million in annual saving over 2 years period.• Sourced new suppliers through a disciplined approach of supplier assessments, market analysis, resulted in a favorable purchasing price, which yielded additional saving of US$1.2 million annually in general commodities.

Relocated to Hong Kong as an expatriate. Managed the sourcing/purchasing functions throughout the Asia-Pacific. Identified and evaluated over 50 manufacturers in Korea on behalf of our partner Unipart International, a $1.5 billion U.K. company for a full range of Korean automotive parts, to the value of GBP£200M. Identified and qualified suppliers and secure product at commercially apt terms & conditions.