Jian Guo
Houston,United States
Summary
Seasoned Supply Chain professional with 15+ years of experience leading end-to-end supply chain operations across manufacturing environments, including new energy and advanced industrial sectors. Deep functional expertise spanning PMC, sourcing and procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory management, with a proven ability to operate within complex, multi-site manufacturing networks.
Demonstrated success in supporting manufacturing plant launches, production ramp-ups, and OEM-facing operations, with hands-on experience in battery and energy storage manufacturing as a representative high-complexity industry. Known for aligning supply chain strategy with manufacturing execution to ensure material readiness, cost efficiency, compliance, and scalable operations across diverse manufacturing contexts.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain Director (DGM)
Canadian Solar Inc.
05.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic sourcing strategies to optimize supplier relationships and reduce costs.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure alignment with production schedules and reduce excess stock.
- Analyzed market trends to inform procurement decisions and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs across departments.
Senior Supply Chain Manager (PMC)
Contemporary Amperex Technology
03.2023 - 05.2025
- Streamlined logistics operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems and procedures.
- Reduced transportation costs through strategic route planning and carrier negotiations.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by redesigning storage layouts and implementing effective inventory tracking systems.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction levels with timely order fulfillment and proactive communication.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful product launches, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal resource allocation.
Global Direct Procurement Senior Manager
Xerox
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Developed productive relationships with key account holders.
- Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports on purchasing operations.
- Collaborated with operation team and clients to target issues and uncover methods that would increase operational efficiency.
Sr. Manager - Team Lead
SINOPEC
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Handled production, manufacturing, purchasing, procurement, warehouse management, logistics management, import and exporting and other supply chain functions to facilitate business operations.
- Established inventory targets, stock level and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
- Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
Sr. Procurement Specialist
SINOPEC
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Contributed to construction-related procurement tasks and supported project scheduling requirements.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Established inventory targets, stock level and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
Project Procurement Manager
SINOPEC
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Reduced corporate expenses by driving cost-effective vendor and supplier purchases.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
Project Manager
SINOPEC
05.2012 - 05.2015
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
Geophysical Technician
SINOPEC
06.2008 - 10.2010
- Operated measuring instruments to assess characteristics of potential prospecting locations.
- Maintained database of geological data and issued reports outlining details or trends.
- Identified optimal locations for prospecting by reading available reports and studies.
- Assessed field data integrity, accuracy and information quality every week.
Education
MBA -
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX08.2022
Master of Science - Project Management
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Geophysical Engineering
China University of Petroleum (East China)
Beijing, China06.2008
Skills
- Operational excellence
- Business analysis
- Organizational structuring
- Logistics management
- Cross-functional coordination
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Strategic planning
- Performance improvements
- Cost Analysis
- Procedure Setup and Improvement
- SAP/ERP
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Timeline
Supply Chain Director (DGM)
Canadian Solar Inc.
05.2025 - Current
Senior Supply Chain Manager (PMC)
Contemporary Amperex Technology
03.2023 - 05.2025
Global Direct Procurement Senior Manager
Xerox
02.2022 - 02.2024
Sr. Manager - Team Lead
SINOPEC
02.2020 - 02.2022
Sr. Procurement Specialist
SINOPEC
05.2018 - 02.2020
Project Procurement Manager
SINOPEC
05.2015 - 04.2018
Project Manager
SINOPEC
05.2012 - 05.2015
Geophysical Technician
SINOPEC
06.2008 - 10.2010
MBA -
Southern Methodist University
Master of Science - Project Management
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science - Geophysical Engineering
China University of Petroleum (East China)