JENNIFER L. WALSHE, C.P.M, MBA

San Diego, CA 408-***-**** activw@r.postjobfree.com

Supply Chain Manager

Globally seasoned manager with extensive experience enhancing all phases of the supply chain life cycle within demanding startup and Fortune 100 companies. Elite negotiator skilled in sourcing and closing multimillion-dollar deals with domestic and international suppliers. Six Sigma-trained change agent with proven acumen in identifying and overhauling systemic deficiencies to improve productivity, cut costs and increase profitability. Engaging, articulate and continually focused on promoting corporate cultures that encourage positive collaboration.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Supply Chain Optimization ● Strategic Sourcing ● Procurement Processes & Systems ● Negotiation & Closing

Lean Manufacturing ● Global Relations ● Strategic Visioning ● Team Building & Leadership

International Supplier Management ● Change Management ● Cross-Functional Relationships ● Communications

Technical: SAP, Oracle, MS Office Suite, Agile, SharePoint, MAS90, MAS200, Dunn & Bradstreet

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PEREGRINE SEMICONDUCTOR CORPORATION, San Diego, CA

Purchasing Manager 1/12 – 9/15

Visionary strategist driving improvements and enhancements throughout purchasing department. Collaborate across functions to define and advance procurement objectives and road maps. Mentor, coach and direct team of purchasing buyers in line with aggressive performance metrics. Source, negotiate and close all large contracts and pricing agreements.

Catalyzed improvement in 80% of critical suppliers through new scorecard and processes.

Captured 60% cost savings over three year period through strategic negotiation of sapphire raw material.

Negotiated capital equipment and subcontractor expansion for large ramp of RF (Radio-Frequency) chips.

Slashed purchasing cycle time to an average of one to two days from an average of four to five days.

Conceptualized and integrated high impact credit card program.

Led gradual clearing of $3.5 Million of system Purchase Orders that needed to be closed.

MOTOROLA MOBILITY, INCORPORATED, San Diego, CA

Sourcing Manager, New Product Introduction 6/09 – 1/12

Progressed rapidly through leadership responsibilities, ultimately ensuring cost-effective, highly successful product launches with challenging timeframes. Identified and capitalized on cost-reduction opportunities, strategic relationships with engineering teams to leverage second-source opportunities. Conducted sourcing plans on high-profile programs that ensured capacity and effective pricing for various product launches.

Significantly increased productivity of staff in Taiwan through mentoring and training.

Exceeded targets by 5% to 15% by driving down cost-per-unit prices on DSL and cable modems through negotiations, cost avoidance strategies, and implementing alternate sources.

Integral contributor to Home Devices division exceeding positive predictive value goal by $600K.

CYMER, INCORPORATED, San Diego, CA

Senior Manager, Supply Chain Management 6/08 – 5/09

Managed $25 Million in annual spend, built infrastructure and led best-in-class sourcing strategy for Fabrication and Original Equipment Manufacturer suppliers. Worked closely with peers, scientists, engineers, customers, suppliers and senior management to facilitate cohesive, transparent supply chain processes.

Recognized $1.2 Million annual cost savings through development of a risk mitigation strategy.

Drove continuous improvement achievements through the creation and integration of supplier evaluation process.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)

INTEL CORPORATION, Hillsboro, OR 6/05 – 6/08

Program Manager, Ultra Mobile Group, 2007 – 2008

Executed supply line support from design prototype to mass production. Built and implemented risk mitigation plans to optimize product strategies.

Led successful launch of wireless programs, including first WiFi / WiMax product from Intel and Switch Diplexer Module.

Commodity Specialist, Wireless, 2005 – 2007

Managed over $80 Million annual spend for wireless integrated components and modules. Analyzed sourcing strategy and instituted change-focused improvements.

Spearheaded material liability reduction from $20 Million to $45K through direction of 30 member global team in comprehensive ramp-down of existing wireless program.

Optimized sourcing strategy resulting in cost reductions of 20% annually that exceeded expectations.

ADVANCED MICRO DEVICES, Sunnyvale, CA

Lead Source Manager 6/01 – 5/05

Oversaw and optimized global contracts for facilities, construction and manufacturing production support. Directed cross-functional groups through project life cycle, negotiations, processes and contract management efforts.

Negotiated 10% to 30% savings on $20M annual spend.

Designated Special Project Leader for SAP Change Management team, communicating upcoming changes to 4,000 employees and identifying critical users of system.

Generated $7.5 Million (45%) in cost savings through reverse auctions on $16.55 Million in spend.

PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS

CONNECTCOM SOLUTIONS, INCORPORATED, San Jose, CA

Associate Marketing Manager

Devised marketing strategies, packaging and content for international startup.

Purchasing Manager

Ensured on-time, on-budget, B2B deliverables of $1Million to $2Million per year. Oversee procurement for worldwide operation and “just in time” manufacturing utilizing MRP-Material Requirements Planning system.

NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR CORPORATION, Santa Clara, CA

Intermediate Buyer, Assembly Materials and Subcontract Management

Closed negotiations for $100 Million ceramic packaging commodity with high-level Japanese management; captured $19 Million (19%) in savings. Member of SAP Implementation team.

Buyer, Facilities, Services and Operations

Negotiated $1.5 Million (21%) savings in management of $7 Million annual spend. Negotiated agreements qualified and managed suppliers for online ordering system. Member / Creator of Silicon Valley Purchasing Consortium.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & VOLUNTEER WORK

President, Semiconductor Women’s Alliance Network, 2001 – 2005

Planned and moderated seminars, workshops and luncheons for 100+ attendees

Junior Achievement, Mentored at-risk 8th graders and taught literacy to ESL (English as a Second Language) students

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Business Administration, San Jose State University, CA

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Economics Minor, The College of New Jersey formerly Trenton State College – Omicron Delta Epsilon, Awarded Daniel R. Hall Award

ISO 9000 Internal Auditor, International Organization for Standardization

Certified Purchasing Manager, C.P.M. – Institute for Supply Management

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