Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Extracurricular Activities
Languages
Teamwork Award
Timeline
SuiYing Margaret Mar

SuiYing Margaret Mar

San Leandro,CA

Summary

Supply Chain Management and Product Development professional looking to replicate previous design and brand accomplishments. Proven track record in developing strategic sourcing initiatives, focus on lean process improvements, enhanced supplier performance, hitting P&L and cost savings goals and all the while commercializing new products, negotiating contracts, and mentoring a growing team.

Manufacturing professional prepared for dynamic challenges in production management. Expertise in streamlining operations and enhancing productivity through strategic planning and process optimization. Focused on fostering team collaboration and driving results with adaptability and reliability. Known for problem-solving skills and effective leadership in high-pressure environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

External Contract Manufacturing Manager

Exact Sciences Corp
07.2023 - Current
  • Implemented quality control measures resulting in improved product consistency and reduced defects.
  • Led cross-functional teams in identifying and resolving operational challenges, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Analyzed workflow data to identify performance trends, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, optimizing supply chain operations and reducing material costs significantly.
  • Coordinated efforts between engineering, design, procurement, and quality assurance departments to streamline product development cycles and improve overall productivity.
  • Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.

OEM Kit Supply Manager

Exact Sciences
07.2021 - 07.2023
  • Maintain, manage Supply Chain issues, and continuously build relationship with Contract Manufacturers for the Precision Oncology (PO) Business Unit
  • Build, manage, establish, and maintain relationship with direct material Supplier manufacturers
  • Negotiate and establish Master Supply and Quality Agreements
  • Closely monitor the health of business with Business Analytics team
  • Drive follow-up with suppliers to resolve issue and meet aggressive timelines
  • Partner with Logistics, Regulatory, Quality, Planning, and overall Operation functions to ensure the specimen transport packaging meet global compliance, distributed timely, and cost efficient.
  • Business Reviews

Sr Technical Sourcing Specialist

Exact Sciences
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align sourcing initiatives with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Supplier evaluation, negotiation, monitoring, supply risk management, request for proposals and analyze (RFPs) follow ups, support for new product initiatives, and technical troubleshooting with suppliers.
  • Manage, establish, and maintain relationship with Supplier manufacturers in a production environment
  • Collaborate with strategic suppliers when opportunities arise, and technical support follow-up is required.
  • Attend cross-functional meetings to support new product initiatives and product support.
  • Provide updates to stakeholders to ensure all are aware of ongoing initiatives and projects with suppliers.
  • Identify and evaluate backup and alternate suppliers based on business needs.
  • Provide technical information to suppliers to support investigations.
  • Assist with development and implementation of strategic supply chain initiatives, including cost savings initiatives and secondary sourcing.
  • Engage in contract negotiations to drive year-over-year cost savings.
  • Complete periodic benchmarking to maintain price competitiveness.
  • Manage project purchase orders as needed and provide finance and other cross-functional teams with timely updates.
  • Developed and executed sourcing strategies to optimize supplier relationships and reduce costs.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new sourcing opportunities and improve procurement processes.

Procurement Manager – Specialize in Packaging

Torani
04.2018 - 08.2020
  • Developed and implemented procurement strategies to enhance supplier relationships and reduce costs.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with company standards and quality requirements.
  • Managed vendor performance through regular assessments, fostering continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Source and develop packaging products with Senior Sourcing Business Development manager
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
  • Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.

Packaging Category Buyer

Rodan and Fields
11.2016 - 03.2018
  • Manage, establish, and maintain relationships with Supplier manufacturers in a production environment
  • Partner with Planning to establish PO’s and analytical reports in SAP to ensure no risk at inventory levels
  • Partner with Creative Marketing team to release production ready art-files
  • Negotiate and establish Supplier Contract
  • Provide analytics for Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR)
  • Continual cross functional team engagements to improve production and “Go to Market” processes

Materials Supply Chain Manager - Trims/Labels/Packaging

Ariat International
06.2016 - 11.2016
  • Continual improvement in sourcing packaging and label products for the growing FR (Fire Resistant) program while ensuring all compliance is met with QA and Production managers

Materials Procurement Senior Specialist

Cabela’s Corporate HQ
06.2015 - 02.2016
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies.
  • Build and maintain business partnership internally and externally with suppliers and vendors
  • Collaborate closely with Marketing to be sure consistent branding image guidelines are executed accurately with Merchants and Vendors
  • Execute R&D (Research and Development) by reviewing trends, attend trade shows, and comparing and benchmarking company’s competitors
  • Identified overall company zipper usage and volume which enable a cost negotiation of 5% cost saving for all products
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Reallocation of programs between existing packaging suppliers, ensuring brand consistency. This resulted in cost negotiations an average of 3% cost savings overall
  • Implement RFP (Request for Proposal)
  • Took over sourcing and negotiation strategy from Marketing as well as management of suppliers. This resulted in better collaboration between Product Development and Marketing.


Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design

CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, San Francisco and Oakland, CA

Skills

  • Proficient in vendor relations
  • Contract negotiation
  • Proactive initiator
  • Process optimization focus
  • Skilled in fostering business relationships
  • Project oversight
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks
  • Print production management
  • Lifecycle management expertise
  • Mentoring team members
  • Problem-solving strategist

Accomplishments

    Received team work award

Certification

  • HACCP(Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) – Concepts and Implementation
  • FSPCA (Food Safety Preventive Controls and Alliance) – w7c57ed06
  • CMT – Certified Massage Therapist (Swedish, Tui-Na, and Sports/Deep Tissue)

Extracurricular Activities

Project Literacy Tutor for San Leandro Library ALC (AIDS LifeCycle) 2015 Ride completion: 545 miles from San Francisco to Los Angeles – June 2015

Languages

Spanish
Elementary
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working

Teamwork Award

accountability, integrity, and quality of work 

Timeline

External Contract Manufacturing Manager - Exact Sciences Corp
07.2023 - Current
OEM Kit Supply Manager - Exact Sciences
07.2021 - 07.2023
Sr Technical Sourcing Specialist - Exact Sciences
04.2021 - 02.2022
Procurement Manager – Specialize in Packaging - Torani
04.2018 - 08.2020
Packaging Category Buyer - Rodan and Fields
11.2016 - 03.2018
Materials Supply Chain Manager - Trims/Labels/Packaging - Ariat International
06.2016 - 11.2016
Materials Procurement Senior Specialist - Cabela’s Corporate HQ
06.2015 - 02.2016
CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF ARTS AND CRAFTS - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design

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