Matthew Jenkins
Executive Supply Chain & Procurement Leader
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Knowledgeable Supply Chain leader with proven background in senior leadership roles, driving strategic initiatives and fostering organizational growth. Successfully led cross-functional teams to achieve key business objectives, enhancing operational efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in project management and strategic planning.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Director, Strategic Sourcing & Cost Control
EXRO TECHNOLOGIES
07.2024 - Current
- Leveraged detailed spend analysis and market research to drive significant cost reductions.
- Supported new product development initiatives through proactive involvement in vendor selection and materials sourcing activities.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets by providing accurate forecasts of anticipated purchasing expenses based on historical trends and current market conditions.
- Reduced costs for the organization through effective negotiation strategies and contract management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
- Suggested improvements to cut costs and improve supply chain process, incorporating asset utilization, performance measurement and outsourcing approaches.
VP, Supply Chain
EXRO TECHNOLOGIES
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Oversee Global Supply Chain Operations for commercial vehicle and energy storage supply chain, blending strategy, analytics, and product management, with expertise in supplier management, logistics, and inventory control, ensuring compliance with IATF16949 standards
- Managed a $100M+ Supply Chain Operations & NPI budget, building and leading a cross-national SCM department in the United States and Canada to support regional manufacturing needs
- Drive successful negotiations with leading manufacturers to ensure delivery commitments, and facilitated the transition from Oracle NetSuite to Microsoft Dynamics ERP, maintaining strict regulatory compliance standards in the supply chain
Director, Supply Chain Strategy & Analytics
EXRO TECHNOLOGIES
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
Director, Supply Chain
NIKOLA MOTOR COMPANY
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Pioneered the Nikola commercial vehicle and off-highway supply chain and purchasing operations, focusing on sourcing, costing, negotiating, commodity management, and strategic planning
- Co-led formation of a 40+ member supply chain team, covering purchasing, logistics, supplier quality, and sustainability
- Managed a substantial $36M annual budget, showcasing financial acumen and resource allocation proficiency
- Successfully implemented two ERP systems (SAP & Microsoft Dynamics) in a startup environment, highlighting adaptability and technical implementation capabilities
Manager, Supply Chain
NIKOLA MOTOR COMPANY
01.2019 - 12.2020
Manager, Purchasing
FARADAY FUTURE
03.2018 - 06.2018
Global Supply Manager
Faraday Future
08.2017 - 03.2018
Operations Buyer
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
06.2013 - 08.2017
Logistics Development Engineer
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
09.2010 - 06.2013
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NCLean Six Sigma Blackbelt - undefined
Aveta Business Institute
Skills
Global Supply Chain Operations
Supply Chain Strategy Development
Budget Management
Stakeholder relations
Commodity Management
Collaborative leadership
Team management
Organizational development
Culture transformation
Accomplishments
- Reduced BOM (Bill of Material) costs by 30% in 6 months saving company $4M USD against 2024 forecast. Forecasted savings for 2025 is roughly ~$10M USD.
- Lead sourcing and management of approximately 1K part numbers for products in the Automotive and Energy Storage industries, achieving no impact on Long Lead electronic components procurement (52 week+).
- Appointed by CEO in June 2023 to head product management and implemented APQP development process for on-time product launches with proper validation
- Implemented a comprehensive supply chain analytics framework, identifying opportunities and managing risks, and negotiated long-term supply agreements for diverse product categories
- Established a detailed supplier management framework, including an Approved Vendor List with clear classifications, and introduced a 'should cost' methodology for cost optimization
- Led successful Supply Chain department audits for IATF16949 and ISO 9001.
- Facilitated successful supplier transitions during mergers or acquisitions, minimizing disruption to ongoing operations while maintaining high service levels.
Timeline
Sr. Director, Strategic Sourcing & Cost Control
EXRO TECHNOLOGIES
07.2024 - Current
VP, Supply Chain
EXRO TECHNOLOGIES
01.2023 - 07.2024
Director, Supply Chain Strategy & Analytics
EXRO TECHNOLOGIES
02.2022 - 01.2023
Director, Supply Chain
NIKOLA MOTOR COMPANY
01.2021 - 12.2021
Manager, Supply Chain
NIKOLA MOTOR COMPANY
01.2019 - 12.2020
Manager, Purchasing
FARADAY FUTURE
03.2018 - 06.2018
Global Supply Manager
Faraday Future
08.2017 - 03.2018
Operations Buyer
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
06.2013 - 08.2017
Logistics Development Engineer
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
09.2010 - 06.2013
Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt - undefined
Aveta Business Institute
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
North Carolina A&T State University
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