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Ran(Ronnie) Ryu

Montgomery,AL

Summary

A results-driven, highly diligent professional with over 10 years of experience in automotive manufacturing, specializing in Purchasing division, eager to leverage extensive knowledge and skills in procurement and cost analysis for advancement in fast-paced environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Cost and Planning Assistant Manager

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, LLC
Montgomery, USA
11.2023 - Current
  • Direct KD (Sourced from Korea) parts cost management and maintaining monthly updates of approximately 4,000 KD parts costs, while performing cost analysis for all production vehicles & reporting to top management
  • Analyze monthly changes in material unit costs to identify & validate cost drivers based on latest business conditions, influencing cost control strategies and financial planning
  • Oversee retroactive material cost management by setting strategic monthly & annual targets in collaboration with buyers, consistently achieving over 100% of monthly goals and reporting performance vs. targets to the finance team
  • Played a key role in developing AALA (American Automobile Labeling Act) and CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) data management systems in collaboration with the IT team across the SAP (new ERP) and HMMA BI portal, streamlining processes and cutting manual tasks by 30%

Cost and Planning Specialist

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, LLC
Montgomery, USA
08.2020 - 10.2023
  • Meticulously managed and tracked the entire Purchasing Division budget—including project tooling, complimentary, and operating expenses—while maximizing budget utilization and identifying cost optimization opportunities
  • Coordinated annual and quarterly tooling budget plans and report the quarterly tooling budget execution rate to HQ—achieving 100% tooling execution (5/5 KPI) for 3 consecutive years
  • Tracked and maintained pending cost RFA(Request for Approval)s, proactively communicating with buyers to ensure timely completion for accurate material cost management & forecasting
  • Directed execution of internal and external supplier events for Purchasing Division while maintaining highest of standards in all departmental & administrative duties

Purchasing Assistant Manager

Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama LLC
Luverne, USA
01.2019 - 08.2020
  • Led purchasing operations and controlled of 400+ consumables(PPE, production material) to support production continuity, reducing shortages and improving procurement efficiency
  • Reviewed supplier proposals and performed competitive analysis to negotiate optimal pricing, contributing to strategic cost savings and procurement efficiency
  • Reduced annual PPE expense by 25% by implementing plant-wide PPE vending machines and leading the development of supporting policies and exchange programs

Purchasing Specialist

Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama LLC
Luverne, USA
03.2015 - 12.2018
  • Processed purchase orders and invoices, maintaining accurate records of transactions and goods received in a timely and organized manner
  • Tracked and monitored shipments to ensure on-time delivery, proactively resolving issues such as damage, delays, and delivery discrepancies
  • Acquired the lowest possible price in the market for our Top 5 most used consumables items and locked the price for 3 consecutive years with the key vendor, saving company over $24K annually

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI
12.2014

Skills

  • SAP S/4 HANA and Oracle-based ERP
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
  • Fluent in English and Korean (bilingual)
  • Strong analytical skills/Cost analysis
  • Cost & Data Management
  • High attention to detail
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to multitask and collaborate effectively across teams

Awards

2023 HMMA Team Member of the Quarter

  • 2nd Place in Moral (Led HMMA ranking No.1 in oversea HKMC plant in tooling budget execution)

Timeline

Cost and Planning Assistant Manager

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, LLC
11.2023 - Current

Cost and Planning Specialist

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, LLC
08.2020 - 10.2023

Purchasing Assistant Manager

Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama LLC
01.2019 - 08.2020

Purchasing Specialist

Dongwon Autopart Technology Alabama LLC
03.2015 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Ferris State University

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