John Wee
Dongguan
Summary
Professional sourcing manager with strong focus on strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization. Proven track record in driving efficiencies and achieving business objectives through effective team collaboration. Known for adaptability and reliability in meeting dynamic sourcing needs. Skilled in negotiation, contract management, and market analysis, with keen eye for identifying opportunities and delivering measurable results.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Senior Sourcing Manager
FNATIC Gear Limited (Sub of Sony Inzone)
- Review and optimise Fnatic's sourcing strategy and supply base, and monitor for ongoing efficiency.
- Analyse customer requirements and source contracts for all purchase materials; manage and compare pricing of bill of materials (BOM) for all products.
- Continually benchmark existing agreements against alternative suppliers and review potential new vendors globally.
- Perform regular analysis of procurement costs and report performance vs KPIs to management.
- Research and anticipate shifts in the negotiating power of suppliers, and identify ways to maximise the profitability of agreements.
- Estimate risks and ensure agreements include sufficient risk mitigation, building in contingency to ensure realistic time frames from source to market.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on expectations, processes, and terms.
- Develop and implement & negotiating a purchase forecasting system in collaboration with RD Team in London and Sony Team
- Finalise purchase details of orders and submit POs to vendors; actively monitor and advise on manufacturing schedules and potential delays.
- Category-Gaming pheriperals, gaming mice, keyboard, headset, pad & accesories
Project Manager (5G Infrastructure / Wireless Carrier Network Div)
Huawei Technologies
- Solution Design & Clarification: Led delivery solution design, clarified technical requirements with Malaysian mobile operators (Telekom Malaysia, YTL, Maxis, Petronas).
- Cost Estimation & Budgeting: Developed accurate cost projections for site acquisition, civil works, equipment, and subcontractor fees.
- Risk Assessment & Contract Alignment: Identified potential delivery risks and ensured all activities complied with internal standards and SLAs.
- Permits & Approvals: Liaised directly with local authorities (TM, DBKL, MCMC) to secure vital building permits.
- Civil & Structural Management: Managed the CME phases, ensuring tower foundations and structural steelwork met engineering standards.
- Environmental & Safety Compliance: Enforced stringent HSE standards to prevent accidents and deployment delays.
- End-to-End Execution: Drove installation, integration, and commissioning of Huawei's 5G base station network elements.
- Quality Control & Site Handover: Conducted extensive site inspections and formally managed the handover process from initial site surveys to UAT.
- Subcontractor Supervision & Financial Tracking: Sourced and managed local vendors; tracked costs meticulously to prevent structural cost escalations.
- Acted as the primary operational liaison providing recurring progress metrics and coordinating seamlessly across internal teams in Huawei HQ (Dongguan) and external supplier eg Fiberhome, YOFC, HTX, ZTE
- Category-Telecom equipment, fiber optic, cabling, connector, splitter, patchcord, pigtail, Fujikura fiber splitter, racks & rail system
Telecommunication Sales / Project Manager
Optichina Technologies Co., Limited
- Directed B2B telecommunication product sales and managed end-to-end FTTH project delivery across Malaysia and the wider South East Asia region.
- Working closely with enterprise clients to understand their infrastructure blueprints (such as 5G network upgrades or FTTx rollouts) and mapping them to Optichina's specific passive and active product lines.
- Served as the primary strategic account manager for tier-1 national telecom operators, including Telekom Malaysia (TM), PETRONAS, Brunei Royal Oil, Indosat, and Singtel, successfully driving regional business development.
- Collaborated seamlessly with major industry partners, including Fiberhome, YOFC, ZTE, and HTX, to integrate and deploy robust localized network infrastructures.
- Overseeing the end-to-end production lifecycle to guarantee manufacturing deadlines are met, ensuring rapid turnaround times
- Maintaining deep technical knowledge of optical networking hardware, including Single-mode/Multimode cables, PLC splitters, MPO/MTP solutions, attenuators, and active media converters.
- Evaluated and managed the supply chain logistics for a comprehensive portfolio of telecommunication devices and fiber optic equipment, including outdoor armored fiber optical cables, indoor PVC / LDPE fiber cables, patchcords, pigtails, high-precision connectors, fiber cable boxes, and optical splitter boxes.
- Category-Telecom equipment, fiber optic, cabling, connector, splitter, patchcord, pigtail, Fujikura fiber splitter
Sourcing Manager
AERIS CLEANTECE AG
- Assist & managed the overall supply chain team including Sourcing, Purchasing, Material Handling/Inventory, Warehousing, Compliance, and Logistics.
- Worked closely with the R&D team in Switzerland & Beijing and suppliers for product improvement solutions concerning design, materials, quality, and delivery.
- Evaluated and selected suitable suppliers, deploying ESD (Early Supplier Development) to begin prototyping and production at low MOQs.
- Conducted factory visits and performed QA/QC sampling checks on production, ensuring zero defects.
- Negotiated and reviewed contract terms, MOQs, quoted prices, and delivery timelines.
- Prototyped color samples and ensured paint houses complied with specific color requirements (Pantone/RAL).
- Coordinated and arranged logistics pickup schedules, sourcing remote/local warehouses and smooth customs clearance for imported parts.
- Category-Air purifier/ Filtration system
Senior Procurement Manager / Procurement Specialist
MOHAWK GP (Outsourcing Engine)
- Managed annual purchasing volume up to USD 38 mil for projects including Tupperware, Cisco, Belkin, Ubio lab, and Quip.
- Executed full lifecycle project management, from projected budgets and targeted costs to final inspection and delivery.
- Sourced new products and suppliers, taking ownership of supplier development, purchase order tracking, and problem-solving.
- Utilized cost analysis, breakdown, and negotiation skills to remain updated on supply chain competitiveness.
- Worked with teams to identify and execute product and raw material localization projects, consistently raising the local sourcing rate.
- Resolved quality problems during product development and assisted supplier efforts to improve quality alongside the QA team.
Paralegal
GABRIEL LAW CORPORATION
- Organized documents and coordinated document productions, conducting Bates-stamping, redaction, duplication, and indexing.
- Conducted document searches and factual research, creating and maintaining internal case databases.
- Prepared for and attended depositions and trials, handling exhibits in the courtroom, and serving as a liaison between trial attorneys and in-house staff.
- Utilized advanced management of EFS (Electronic Filing System) Singapore and conducted online case research via Lawnet2, Biznet, Lexis & Nexis.
Education
LL.b - UOL External
Singapore Stansfield College
Singapore10-2005
Skills
- Global Sourcing & Procurement
- Sourcing & Supply Chain Strategy
- Telecommunication
- Electronic
- Tender & Bidding
- Site Acquisition (SAQ)
- Risk & SLA Governance
- Safety & Certification
- Costing & BOM Analysis
- ODM & OEM Sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Negotiation expertise
- Supply chain optimization
- Strategic sourcing
- Global procurement
- Data analytics
- Demand planning
- Category management
- Cost reduction strategies
Certification
- CPPC - Certified Professional Purchasing Consultant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Malay
Native or Bilingual
Taiwanese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Sourcing Manager
FNATIC Gear Limited (Sub of Sony Inzone)
Telecommunication Sales / Project Manager
Optichina Technologies Co., Limited
Sourcing Manager
AERIS CLEANTECE AG
Senior Procurement Manager / Procurement Specialist
MOHAWK GP (Outsourcing Engine)
Paralegal
GABRIEL LAW CORPORATION
Project Manager (5G Infrastructure / Wireless Carrier Network Div)
Huawei Technologies
LL.b - UOL External
Singapore Stansfield College
Expectation
Minimum $55k p/annum