Supply Chain Manager

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Self-motivated and performance-driven professional equipped with well-developed experience in directing a full spectrum of supply chain operations. Acknowledged as proactive leader, able to recognize and assimilate corporate mission into own strategies, management style and organization. Proven change agent who utilizes strategic thinking skills in streamlining processes and procedures to maximize efficiency, reduce cost, and achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated expertise in analyzing problems and developing cost-effective solutions for optimum improvement of corporate objectives. Skilled at formulating competitive strategies needed to meet client demands.

KEY STRENGTHS

Leadership and Supervision

Global Supply Chain Solutions

Contract Negotiation

Inventory Management

Relationship Management

Customer Satisfaction Strategies

Financial and Management Reporting

Semiconductor Technologies

Sarbanes-Oxley Requirements

Pricing and Other ROI-Based Analysis

Cost Reduction Strategies

Supply Based Management

Written Communication Skills

Public Speaking

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY

Processors - Optical - IP&E - Semiconductors - LEAN Initiatives - Word - Excel - PowerPoint

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Avnet, Inc. - Milpitas, CA

SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS MANAGER 2000- 2009

- Streamlined existing business processes to revive non-profitable business relationships through effective implementation of cost reduction strategies

- Implemented successful strategies that significantly increased inventory velocities

- Removed non value-added steps to the procurement process that resulted in more efficient procurement processes

- Directed the implementation of various automation programs related to forecasts, purchase orders, invoicing, and supply chain visibility reporting

- Engaged with customer and Avnet engineering teams to ensure the latest technology was considered and designed for manufacturing

- Facilitated the expansion of local supply chain programs to become global engagements

- Played a pivotal role in the successful improvement in client satisfaction on major accounts including Flextronics / Solectron, Pelco, Paramit, Creation, Redback / Ericcson, Force Ten, and Verifone

- Directed all functional areas related to design, development, and implementation of customer Supply Chain Services

- Oversaw the successful procurement of material requirements to meet customer manufacturing demands

- Assumed full P&L accountability in administering $200M budget

- Commended for exceptional performance as well as recognized as top producer by improving ROI in accounts

- Achieved a minimum of 10 percent cost reduction annually to Avnet Bay Area Supply Chain Services’ bottom line through process improvements and material cost negotiations with suppliers

- Led the negotiation of all contracts and statements of work

SALES ACCOUNT MANAGER 1996- 2000

- Developed successful sales plans that resulted in overall customer satisfaction improvement and sales growth

- Attained “President’s Club” status in recognition for efficient performance in the area of sales as well as for being a consistent top producer within the organization

- Maintained productive working relationships with all branches of Avnet worldwide; proactively involved in the development of effective strategies to maximize revenue within own account base

- Administered a $65M budget per year account base; significantly increased sales by 40% annually from 1996 through 2000

- Achieved board and system level designs in focus technologies such as Intel, Texas Instruments, AMD, IDT, Analog Devices, Xilinx, and Motorola

Advanced Remote Technologies, Inc. - Los Gatos, CA

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND OPERATIONS 1993-1996

A private company providing computer automated audio and video services for the television and music industry by contracting with FOX Sports, Rolling Stones, Tomoyasu Hotei, and other various media entities for global implementation.

- Provided primary leadership in managing multiple complex projects from inception to completion; coordinated project involvement of industry and functional specialists in client engagements

- Coordinated engineering demands with the supplier community to ensure the best available technology was kept in front of the products designers

- Identified and selected key suppliers, both sole and multiple sourced

- Successfully negotiated all component pricing to achieve company cost objectives

- Assumed leadership role in the development and management of client relationships while ensuring utmost satisfaction

- Rendered efficient performance in managing the company’s contract manufacturers and finished good process

- Key noted for significant contribution in achieving revenue goals and maximizing shareholder return on investment

Hallmark Electronics (an Electronic Component Distributor) - San Jose, CA

SALES ACCOUNT MANAGER 1992-1993

- Worked collaboratively with the entire departments of Hallmark and supply base to expand client base, increase profitability and optimize market share

- Recognized as top producer and a “President’s Club” recipient; successfully achieved board and system level designs in focus technologies

- Implemented sales strategies that increased sales by an of average 25% annually from 1992 to 1993

EARLIER CAREER

Hallmark Electronics

INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE 1990-1991

CREDENTIALS

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, GLOBAL MANAGEMENT (3.98 GPA) - University of Phoenix - 2009

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (Graduated cum laude) - National University - San Diego, CA

US NAVY (HONORABLE DISCHARGE) - AVIATION ORDNANCE

MANUFACTURING DESIGN FLOW TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS STRATEGY - John Costanza Institute of Technology (JCIT)

GOLD (GLOBAL ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT) CERTIFIED BY AVNET

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