Supply Chain Project Management

Ella Wang

San Jose, CA 510-***-**** ***********@*******.***

Supply Chain Manager & Supply/Demand planning Professional

Results-driven Supply Chain and Demand Planning Professional with 15+ years of experience leading cross-functional, high-impact projects in supply chain optimization and logistics. Skilled in driving cost-saving initiatives while maintaining high efficiency, with a strong track record of collaborative work across OEMs and cross-functional teams. Expert in SAP and Oracle ERP systems, global sourcing, risk mitigation, and inventory management, delivering strategic value and operational excellence in fast-paced environments.

Areas of Expertise

Expert Supply Chain Management

Streamlining Systems/Processes

SAP & Oracle ERP Systems

APICS CPIM Certification

Forecasting, Planning, Analysis

Strong project management acumen

Advanced Excel / Tableau Skills

Related MBA and BA Degrees

Solid MySQL Skill Sets

Collaborative Leadership

Excellent Communication

Minimizing Risk and Loss

Project Management and Planning Skills

Detail-oriented and results-driven in planning, forecasting, and executing projects to meet business goals and deliver measurable outcomes.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, align stakeholders, and manage resources to prioritize and successfully execute production plans.

Expertise in utilizing data-driven insights to support S&OP processes, mitigate risks, and proactively address stock shortages and potential losses.

Strong business judgment, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with a focus on interpreting complex datasets to drive actionable results.

Advanced Excel (complex formulas, pivot tables) and Tableau proficiency for precise data analysis and visualization.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Nextracker Inc. – Sr. Project Manager (Delivery Manager) Mar 2023-Now

Led and managed status reporting to diverse audiences, aligning program strategies, execution plans, and cross-functional objectives to ensure clarity and alignment at all levels.

Owned and communicated program strategies on behalf of senior leadership, ensuring seamless integration of business unit, portfolio, and program goals.

Drove efforts to enhance customer communication and improve materials visibility throughout the supply chain, addressing communication gaps promptly.

Oversaw cross-functional dependency management, ensuring effective coordination across workstreams to drive successful program execution.

Proactively identified and resolved supply gaps, offering timely solutions to mitigate risks and safeguard project timelines, minimizing disruptions.

Improved on-time delivery rate (OTD) from 75% to 98% within 9 months, while simultaneously managing 12 ongoing projects and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Led initiatives to improve on-time supplier shipments (OTS) and project OTD, utilizing problem-solving strategies to manage delays and enhance efficiency.

Championed continuous improvement initiatives by applying lean principles, identifying process inefficiencies, and driving operational excellence.

Supported the adoption of Anaplan, facilitating system transformation to streamline planning processes and address inefficiencies in data management.

Ella Wang

San Jose, CA 510-***-**** ***********@*******.***

Lam Research Corporation – Sr. Project Manager (SCM) May 2022-Jan 2023

Defined, planned, and coordinated work teams, including overseeing the activities of cross-functional teams, leading through influence to ensure project timelines were met.

Participated in collaborative project review meetings, highlighting significant supply chain updates, assessing risks, and providing risk mitigation plans while delivering project status to key stakeholders.

Communicated process, project status, and other relevant information accurately, timely, and transparently to key stakeholders.

Interpreted data to identify key insights and formulated actionable summaries. Acted as a peer leader on cross-functional project teams, owning decision-making within projects and contributing to strategic supply chain solutions.

Worked with complex stakeholders, utilizing stakeholder mapping to engage the Project Management, Contracting & Procurement, Sales, and Finance teams.

Mobilized and motivated effective project teams, communicating across teams and groups, reprioritizing as necessary to address shifts in business needs.

Managed projects through to completion, ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining overall ownership of assigned projects.

Advantest America Corporation – Sr. Supply Chain Planner/Analyst (NPI) Mar 2019-Apr 2022

Led production planning, material purchasing, and contract negotiations to ensure optimal flow of production. Established strong partnerships with suppliers aligned with company goals and objectives.

Developed a comprehensive Supply Chain Map by product line to ensure supply assurance, including the creation of safety stock strategies, identification of critical or single-source suppliers, and assessment of geopolitical and regional risks.

Collaborated with Quality, Engineering, and Suppliers to resolve quality issues quickly and effectively, minimizing disruptions in the supply chain.

Designed and implemented performance metrics to evaluate and manage the performance of internal supply chain resources and external partner collaborations.

Explored and integrated new technologies, processes, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and productivity in manufacturing and sourcing operations.

Led planning, material requirements, and inventory management processes, conducting in-depth analysis of inventory profiles, investments, and implementing strategies to prevent excess and obsolete inventory (E&O).

Hosted monthly S&OP meetings and contributed to Supply Reviews and backorder reviews, proactively addressing stock-out and backorder situations.

Ensured day-to-day supply chain activities were completed on time and in full, adhering to team processes, including buy/expedite reports, order acknowledgment, order book management, and delivery tracking.

Google – HW Sr. Supply Chain Analyst (Contractor) Aug 2017-Feb 2019

Collaborated with internal stakeholders and customers to ensure on-time order fulfillment and smooth execution of supply chain activities.

Managed data completeness from weekly retailer and distributor sellout and inventory reports, addressing missing data with the sales team and distributors.

Initiated and led weekly CPFR calls, reviewed data, and highlighted any discrepancies or issues impacting the supply chain.

Supported system setup for product launches, including managing SKU setup with retailers, distributors, and client systems for successful launches.

Coordinated with logistics teams and distributors to resolve delays or missing orders, supporting markets on ad hoc sales activities.

Provided support for client retailer training platforms, generating reports and addressing requests for a smooth operation.

Communicated supply performance issues, such as capacity imbalances and material shortages, and worked with cross-functional teams to resolve them promptly.

Ella Wang

San Jose, CA 510-***-**** ***********@*******.***

Apple - AppleCare Refurbished Operations planner/Buyer (Contractor) Jan 2017-Aug 2017

Translated demand forecasts into supply plans by coordinating with production, materials planning, and product management to ensure alignment with commercial requirements.

Worked closely with regional and international distribution centers (DCs) and OEM teams to execute supply plans, ensuring attention to detail and accuracy.

Developed strategies and purchase recommendations for critical materials, conducting comprehensive business and financial analysis to support decision-making.

Gained a thorough understanding of all planning parameters, designing, monitoring, and adjusting plans to achieve quarterly targets.

Documented current planning and purchasing activities, identifying areas for process improvement.

Escalated global lifecycle planning issues to senior management, identifying root causes and driving corrective actions to resolve them.

Presented multiple planning scenarios and conducted sensitivity analysis to address excess or shortage risks, reconciling long-term and short-term demand/supply plans.

Bridged forecasted deltas across multiple planning horizons, highlighting key planning parameters driving changes and ensuring alignment.

Smith’s Medical (Beijing) Co., Ltd - Supply Chain Manager Mar 2012-Feb 2015

Led the setup of a new distribution center (DC), managing site selection, inspections, hardware/software comparisons, screening, and lease negotiations to meet CFDA standards and ensure uninterrupted operations.

Negotiated and audited international and domestic shipping contracts, building strong relationships with logistics providers to optimize cost, service performance, and efficiency.

Implemented logistics best practices to differentiate customer service, driving customer satisfaction through innovative programs and continuous improvements.

Streamlined escalation processes by establishing and documenting procedures, improving collaboration with partners and stakeholders for effective issue resolution.

Monitored inbound and outbound operations, proactively leading cost-improvement strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce supply chain expenses.

Increased LFR from 85% to 92% in 18 months and reduced E&O inventory from $4M to $2.5M within a year through process optimization and leadership.

Expanded imports and exports by establishing relationships with forwarding companies, brokers, CIQ Bureau, and Customs to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.

Improved inbound goods receiving and delivery rates, optimizing procedures to meet both internal and external expectations and enhance service delivery.

Played a pivotal role in testing and upgrading the Oracle ERP system from R11 to R12, training team members to ensure seamless transitions and system efficiency.

Coordinated with cross-functional teams, including marketing, regulatory affairs, global DC, manufacturing, and demand/supply planners, to drive integrated supply chain success.

Education

-Master of Business Administration - University of Illinois at Chicago (2009)

Certification

-Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) - APICS (2015)

-MySQL(https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/certificate/HFVG4J2EBEUY)

-Tableau(https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/certificate/KNRZHTTBSEHR)

-Excel (https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/certificate/48DMG3LNGHRS)

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