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HARMAN InternationalDirector of Product Sourcing, Platform & Ready Upgrade Products
Jan. 2022Detroit Metropolitan Area · RemoteLeader of Harman's Global Platform and Product Purchasing entrusted with utilizing expertise in supply chain optimization and design-to-cost methodology to achieve the best total variable cost from business case ideation through industrialization. Created and refined Harman’s Product Purchasing team to position itself for product innovation, resulting in the successful securing of $4B in awarded business of seven 'new-to-market’ products. Achieved an 8% reduction in platform and product line cost by way of complex design and relationships management. Introduced cross-functional Supply Chain Readiness assessments contributing to a 4% increase in EBIT at Proof of Concept. Implemented key performance indicators (KPIs) for Multi-Source/Component Preference, achieving a 70% approval rate across platforms and products. This initiative mitigated future Supply Chain risks and instilled confidence in the scope/cost creep measures in place. Developed a predictive intelligence roadmap initiating new venture-client engagements focused on open innovation and product / market trend forecast realization.
HARMAN InternationalSenior Product Sourcing Manager
Mar. 2019 - Jan. 2022Greater Detroit AreaLead of America’s and Asia Pacific’s (AAP’s) Car Audio Product Sourcing team responsible for pre-production savings, program TVC budgeted, and supply chain strategy driving best total cost ownership of programs in pursuit and awarded Central AAP purchasing representative for programs in pursuit, development, and post-launch ‘get well’ initiatives Responsible for balancing organizational interests regarding supplier scale, compression, risk, and BOM re-use Project lead for Best-Cost/Catalog optimization at RFQ working to streamline cross-functional efforts at time of quote Spearhead of up-front Source Plan Process at RFQ including cost estimation, analysis, and optimization Category representative of AAP customer business units including 300+ programs during RFQ and life cycle
General MotorsSenior Buyer - Propshafts
Jul. 2018 - Mar. 2019Warren, MIResponsible for development and implementation of commodity strategy, sourcing, negotiations, and global budget execution regarding 4 suppliers with an annual spend of $347M Exceeded 2018 savings targets achieving $7.6M in negotiated and technical savings not linked to business award Lead representative of supply base internally regarding business performance including quality, launch, and cost Created and maintained budget forecasts for assigned commodity in order to assist in key business decisions. Reached agreement with key supplier to enhance team’s commodity knowledge through cost modeling while leveraging potential new business to establish a long-term strategic partnership
General MotorsSenior Buyer - Thermal
May. 2016 - Jul. 2018Warren, MichiganProgressive increase in responsibility now inclusive of $147M in N.A. HVAC spend and 8 vehicle platforms Assigned as lead for selected supplier relationship enrichment resulting in 19% improvement in cultural relations Accountable for supplier performance inclusive of warranty, delivery, commercial pricing, and quality Responsible for 2017 savings contribution of $2.8 M through use of strong analytical and negotiation skills Currently leading purchasing representative partaking in EV workshops helping to guide GM’s HVAC future Complete understanding of GM’s Advanced Purchasing systems including GPS, GDM, MPR, and SAP
Akwel AutomotiveProgram Manager
May. 2014 - May. 2016Greater Detroit AreaAct as the key program interface between the Avon Automotive Coolant, Fuel Control and Air Assembly development teams and General Motors and FCA with accountability to lead, track, manage, oversee, and report on all program deliverables to ensure all are met or exceeded. Guarantee excellent relationships with key customers are maintained by providing effective communication and a high level of Program Management support for 25 total programs currently in launch process representing 68 assemblies with approximately $106.2 million in annual sales. Lead profitability enhancement of key programs/commodities by setting and executing margin improvement targets and supporting internal and external members of launch teams. Through exceptional change and risk management assigned program profitability has increased an average of 17%. Responsible for leading global and regional cross-functional teams from concept to launch across several disciplines including design, tooling, validation, quality, cost, and timing issues. Provide direct support to programs to minimize Avon’s exposure to program risk wherever possible and proactively communicate issues thereby driving team to make optimal decisions and develop/execute recovery plans as necessary. Guide internal teams in quick analysis, interpretations and comparisons with often inadequately defined information to make reliable and accurate conclusions based on the data using 8D process and various APQP activities.
TRWSenior NPI (New Product Introduction) Manager
May. 2013 - May. 2014Greater Detroit AreaPurchasing project manager in teams responsible for program launches within the assigned product-lines inclusive of 10 HPS (Hydraulic Power Steering) progams and 3 EPS (Electronic Power Steering) programs. Assist in strategic supplier evaluations by conducting research, analysis and/or participating in the selection process. Following selection, participate in development and launch of new suppliers in addition to conducting negotiations with commodity team. Ensure on-time launch for programs and delivery at or below target cost for piece price, tooling, etc. as well as work effectively with the project team to meet targets for quality, delivery and other cost areas. Lead and coordinate efforts to identify and implement cost savings opportunities to meet assigned cost targets in the area of engineering changes, VAVE, lean activities and re-sourcing activities. Representative for purchasing in customer quote process, including bill of material cost development and quotes that are aligned with organizational targets. Also ensure that all necessary quotations are processed and assumptions are accurate from a supply standpoint. Represent purchasing at a variety of reviews related to program launch (sourcing committee, design review, launch readiness review, program review, etc.).
TRWBuyer
Nov. 2011 - May. 2013Lafayette, Indiana AreaAnnual purchases of $27 million direct materials including fasteners, plastic, and packaging as well as $12 million indirect for six facilities globally Created sourcing strategies, managed bid analysis, participated in cost modeling, and negotiations involving all commodities under spend Lead buyer of $8 million spend in planned new equipment purchases for 2 facilities achieving $0.6 million cost avoidance while sourcing on-time Exceeded direct materials savings goals by 2% and indirect material by 3.1% through bundling of sub-supplier purchases reducing component costs Negotiated agreement with key vendor reducing expedite and overtime costs incurred by 3.5% annually through qualifying additional equipment Managed sourcing project leading to vendor consolidation of CARC paint suppliers from 6 to 1 and achieved cost savings of $0.54 million annually Maintain multiple sourcing projects simultaneously to ensure timely and cost competitive launch
TRWCustomer Service Representative II
Mar. 2011 - Nov. 2011Lafayette, Indiana AreaReduced customer drop-in orders by 23% utilizing SAP and Excel to develop order tracking process that synthesized production with customer orders Analyzed inventory of 8 different product lines and over 12,000 SKUs to establish delivery promise and recognize operational bottlenecks in advance Acted as interface between materials and operations to ensure product volumes and order flow were optimized to reduce past due orders by 9% Monitored incoming shipments, work in process, and finished goods inventory using SAP and Excel to reduce expedited shipments by 11% monthly
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