DAN BUI
PO Box ****, Chino, California ***** 951-***-**** home
**********@*****.***
Dear Hiring Manager:
Dependability, initiative and enthusiasm. These are the attributes that I
am most recognized for, and that have served me well in my professional and
personal life. I would like to bring them to your organization. I feel that
these attributes, together with my education and the ability to calmly and
efficiently manage changing priorities, make me a strong candidate to be a
productive and cohesive member of your organization.
My past work history encompasses more than twenty-five years as an
Aerospace Professional with extensive experience in all aspect of sales,
engineering, quality assurance, customer service, and management. In
addition, I am a Project Management Professional (PMP) certified and a FAA
licensed A&P mechanic. My reputation for "going the extra mile" to ensure
that a job is done well is well known. Although I am a self-starter and
work well independently, I recognize the importance of team work. I
appreciate any opportunity to expand on my current qualifications through
education or training.
I would like the opportunity to meet with you and answer any questions you
may have about my experience and training. Please contact me at 951-520-
9894 to discuss my qualifications. I look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Dan Bui
DAN BUI
PO Box 2361, Chino, California 91708 951-***-**** home
**********@*****.***
Strategic positioning and management of a multi-line, international brand
name with an emphasis on new product development, marketing and sales.
A Six Sigma Black Belt Certified Senior Operations Executive who has
demonstrated the ability to lead diverse team of professionals to new
levels of success in a variety of highly competitive industries, cutting-
edge market, and fast-paced environments. Talented business development
professional with broad aerospace experience in Asia and North America.
Strong technical and business qualifications with an impressive track
record of more than 25 years of hands-on experience in strategic planning,
business unit development, project and product management, and system
engineering strategies. Proven ability to successfully analyze an
organization's critical business requirements, identify deficiencies and
potential opportunities, and develop innovative and cost-effective
solutions for enhancing competitiveness, increasing revenue, and improving
customer service offerings. Core strengths include:
. Strategic & Tactical Market Planning . Market Evaluation, Penetration &
Expansion
. Global Operations & Process . Portfolio Management & Customer
Improvement Retention
. P&L Management & Strategic Business . Brand Development & Market Expansion
Planning
. Costing, Margin/Profit Improvement . Technology Leadership
&ROI
. Customer, Vendor and OEM . Multi-Tiered Sales & Marketing
Relationship Strategies
. Leadership and Team Building . Business Metric Development &
Execution
Master of Business Administration . International Marketing . City
University of Washington
Bachelor of Science . Mechanical Engineering . University o Washington
Inventor - US Patent Application Serial No. 12/190,628 for "Insert for Rail
Car Coupling"
FAA Licensed A&P Mechanic . Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified
. Six Sigma/Lean Certified
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Vice President - Business Development - North America 4/2009 - Present
SDC Tanaka Limited Osaka, Japan and Corona, California
Overall responsibility for cultivate customer relationships, deliver
effective proposals, and negotiate contracts to capture profitable new
business. Provide leadership and direction to BD team. Analyze customer
strategies, future product plans, and expansion activities to develop
penetration strategies for new business opportunities. Negotiate critical
business matters, through interaction with executive level managers both
internally and externally. Oversee pre-award and post- award of proposals
activities. Documenting win/loss analysis and leading continuous
improvement activities.
Director of Engineering, R&D AND Document Control Departments 2/2007 -
4/2009
RBC Bearings Oxford, Connecticut and Santa Ana, California
Led technical initiatives for this international bearing manufacturing
company with annual sales of 300 million. Translated long-term strategic
objectives into short-term manufacturing strategies. Provided engineering
and document control support to 4 manufacturing facilities located in the
United States and 2 manufacturing facilities in Mexico. Managed all export
compliance requirements under Department of States, Department of Commerce
and Department of Treasury regulations including product classification and
internal control program management.
Developed global compliance policy and cost-effective implementing
procedures.
Created a technical excellent model that detailed best practices for
critical processes and formed/trained technology teams to implement the
best practices at above 6 manufacturing sites.
Reorganized the engineering department, combined/co-located design
engineering and manufacturing engineering, reorganized technical teams,
streamlined processes, significantly reduced engineering costs.
Analyzed, developed, reviewed and approved bearing designs, manufacturing
plans and repair dispositions for commercial and military aircraft
including Boeing, Eurocopter, NASA, Airbus, and others.
Managed and provided directions to 25 employees. Hired, retained and
coached team members
Developed, reviewed and approved technical portion of bid proposal. Managed
department budget.
Created technical proposals. Visited foreign and domestic customers.
Reviewed contracts and agreements.
Senior Manager, Program Management 6/2000 - 2/2007
Honeywell International Clearwater, Florida and Redmond, Washington
Spearhead all global program management initiatives for the $65 million
Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS) programs at Washington
State manufacturing site, (2000 - 2003) serving commercial airlines.
Promoted to director program management and spearhead all international
program management initiatives for the $160 million Global Positioning
System/Inertial Navigation System (GPS/INS) - Embedded GPS Inertial (EGI)
programs at Florida manufacturing site, (2003 - 2007) serving foreign
military organizations.
Increased company growth by securing new partners, consulting engagements
and by delivering new projects.
Responsible for program and portfolio management activities including
program schedule and cost management; human resources and quality
management. Worked closely with cross-functional global teams on new
product development. Supported pursuit strategies, pricing activities and
negotiations.
Managed direct and indirect staff of 155 employees. Mentored staff in
methodology and lessons learned.
Managed and performed the process of Statement of Work and contract
creation to secure new and follow-on work. Visited customers and suppliers.
Reviewed and negotiated contracts and agreements.
Managed budget for the organization to influence organization's financial
profitability. Responsible for P&L.
Director of Engineering, Quality Control and R&D Departments 12/1996 -
6/2000
Aero Controls, FAA Approved Repair Station. Auburn, Washington
Directed, developed and implemented technical and quality strategies,
procedures and policies to meet aerospace regulatory requirements and
company operating priorities. Managed evolving concepts and practices to
enhance product quality while improving stakeholder value. Effectively
interacted with regulatory and business partners to enhance business and
improve regulatory relationships.
Provided primary interface and issue resolution with the FAA and foreign
regulatory bodies.
Managed all aspect of the engineering and quality departments encompassing
planning, budgeting, staffing and leadership.
Analyzed, developed, reviewed and approved engineering work orders related
to modification, repair and overhaul of aircraft components for commercial
and military aircraft.
Managed and provided directions to 15 employees. Hired, retained and
coached team members.
Developed, reviewed and approved technical portion of bid proposal. Managed
department budget.
Interfaced with internal and external customers, regulatory authority, and
suppliers
Led a culture of continuous improvement in procedures, processes and
customer satisfaction to improve cost, schedule and quality.
EARLIER POSITIONS:
Technical Support Manager (Sonico) . Airframe Branch Supervisor (FAA)
. Lead Liaison and Structures Engineer (Boeing)