Manager Management
Resume:
James Chen
PO Box ****
Montebello, CA *****
**********@*******.***
SUMMARY:
A seasoned sourcing, purchasing and planning professional with a successful
track record and a proactive problem solver with a can-do attitude and a
commitment to achieving revenue and scheduling targets.
. Extensive experience in sourcing, investigating, evaluating, selecting,
bidding, negotiating, and purchasing of electronic components,
accessories, industrial tools, metals, and plastics resin, raw materials
and equipment.
. Extensive knowledge of engineering and manufacturing process, packaging,
inspection, import and domestic logistics.
. Proven experience in dealing with off-shore suppliers.
. Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
. Demonstrated skills in problem solving, organizational planning,
financial management, QA system, efficiency, and profitability
improvement.
. Achievement of significant cost savings as a result of astute research,
technical knowledge, and negotiating skills.
. Proficiency in Oracle JD Edwards, SBT Vision, Prophet 21 MRP, Microsoft
Word, Excel, and other systems.
EXPERIENCE:
Vertical Power Systems
2011 - Present
Sourcing and Purchasing Specialist
. Searched and recommended alternatives suppliers and manufacturers for
better price, quality and deliveries.
. Negotiated price reduction and discount; scheduled weekly shipments to
facilitate customers JIT inventory practices.
I/O Controls Corporation
2009 - 2010
Assistant Purchasing Manager
. Managed daily procurement operations, including sourcing, price
comparison and negotiation, and shipment.
. Generated daily purchase order requirement.
. Planned inventory levels using JIT inventory replenishment methods.
. Ensured necessary materials are ordered and available when needed;
maintained appropriate inventory levels of all components.
. Trained and supervised employees.
Latitudes International
2005 - 2008
Global Sourcing and Planning
. Managed critical relations with overseas suppliers.
. Provided input and ideas on ways to continuously improve efficiency and
reduce cost.
. Maintained the global sourcing database with updates and changes.
. Designed diffuser containers and reviewed technical documentation
(AutoCAD engineering drawings, etc.)
. Negotiated terms and prices and supervised manufacturing operations
overseas.
. Ensured international customs' requirements are adhered to and met.
Worked well under pressure with manufacturers, suppliers, Customs, import
and domestic logistics providers to identify multiple priorities,
resolved issues and problems in a timely manner, and ensured on time
delivery.
. Assisted in creating the systems, procedures and processes for the newly
developed Global Sourcing department.
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EDUCATION:
American Management Association, NY, NY
Certificate of Merit - The Complete Guide to Working Better With Vendors
and Suppliers
US Department of Commerce, Bureau of Export Administration, Washington, DC
Certificate - The Export Administration Regulations on Export Controls &
Licensing
Lewis and Clark College, Portland, Oregon
BA
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