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Tim Xu

Fontana,USA

Summary

Dynamic Purchasing Director with a proven track record at Jaguar Land Rover Shanghai, excelling in supplier negotiation and team leadership. Successfully optimized sourcing processes, achieving significant cost reductions while enhancing supplier quality. Adept at sales forecasting and inventory control, driving strategic initiatives that align with business objectives.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales manager

Jay Gem World Inc
Ontario
03.2023 - Current
  • Develop online and local customers
  • Warehouse management for 500 categories merchandises
  • Lead team to archive sales target
  • Goods receiving and delivery
  • Package the products and ask 3rd party to deliver

Station manager

Uniuni Logistics INC
Gardena
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Receive parcels and distribute them to differ regions routes
  • Assign to drivers to deliver parcels to customers’ addresses
  • Deal with the undelivered parcels and resign them the next day

Purchasing Director

Shanghai Zhidian Intelligence NEV Company
Shanghai, China
07.2019 - 05.2022
  • Product purchasing: NEV components suppliers resource research and sourcing negotiation annual contract management
  • General purchasing: focus on engineering Dep and manufacture Dep purchasing requests
  • SQE: Potential supplier assessment and APQP & PPAP support buyers to complete sourcing development and launch
  • Subordinates: 24

Purchasing Director

Youxia Motors Shanghai Company
Shanghai
03.2018 - 06.2018
  • Base on Company strategy manage Purchasing team to achieve the target and follow up implementation of strategic plans
  • Support Engineering Development Department to complete the nomination of design supplier and sample supplier
  • Coordinate with Marketing Department in the implementation of the procurement process to meet the relevant business needs
  • Complete sourcing according to customer's needs
  • Work closely and efficiently with internal customers to ensure the best quality, competitive price and efficiency to select the best supplier for the company
  • Potential supplier introductions and supplier strategic layout, complete the assessment of potential suppliers and supplier development management
  • Responsible for internal and external training throughout the Procurement Department
  • Responsible for the budget formulation of the Procurement Department

Purchasing Senior Manager

Jaguar Land Rover Shanghai
Shanghai
03.2014 - 03.2018
  • Responsible for Indirect purchasing to support related business raised by internal customs
  • Support two IDP teams MTL–Machine/Tooling/Logistic; FBS-Facility/Building/Service
  • Sourcing JV A / B auto show supplier base on marketing department requirements, and involve in early planning, late service tracking management
  • Responsible for the budget of Purchasing Department
  • Create and optimize Non-Production Purchasing processes
  • Optimize Compliance policy for direct and indirect purchasing group
  • Responsible for Purchasing internal audit for direct and indirect purchasing operations
  • Internal and External training for sourcing strategy and processes
  • Make sourcing strategy and control the cost
  • Improve Supplier Quality Process and supplier management
  • Generate E-procurement to operate sourcing activities conveniently
  • Work with IT to optimize SAP to avoid potential risk
  • Reports To: VP
  • Subordinates: 7

Purchasing Program Manager

Shanghai General Motors Automotive Co.,Ltd
Shanghai
02.2012 - 02.2014
  • Make sourcing strategy for each commodity
  • Optimize sourcing process Setup program budget and develop program team
  • Leading 36 buyers to complete sourcing activities and develop program as scheduled smoothly
  • Evaluate and analyze the performance of buyers
  • Make sourcing plan and localization plan, manage and track
  • Develop material/tooling budget for platform and manage/control cost book
  • Develop program sourcing/development timing, manage part readiness
  • Represent purchasing to communicate cross function with Finance, PC&L, Engineering
  • Etc
  • Subordinates: 6

Purchasing Manager

Shanghai General Motors Automotive Co.,Ltd
Shanghai
06.2003 - 02.2012
  • Wealth of experienced in making sourcing strategy, familiarizing Automotive interior and exterior mechanical/plastic/Electrical components cost structure and variant technical process and new design thread especially in interior and exterior parts
  • Lead 3 team members optimize current process and make sourcing strategy, work with related department to achieve the target and requirements
  • Training buyers to raise working efficiency with improving process and optimize sourcing strategy to complete target
  • Complete annual cost reduction of different brands in mechanical/plastic/Electrical components for Cadillac, Buick & Chevrolet
  • Consolidating supplier base and developing low cost supplier with high quality
  • For new program; coordinate with related Department to complete RFQ
  • Select equal suppliers and evaluate the cost structure and equipment investment
  • Work out the true cost and suppliers’ cost, releasing target price, award business to the supplier which has met engineering quality and cost requirement
  • Well communication with design Department to avoid cost creep during the development period
  • Ensure to catch each milestone and sample delivery
  • For Launched program; research and evaluate suppliers’ cost to complete annual cost reduction requirement
  • Review and improve the material supply chain management
  • Subordinates: 1
  • Success story: Break integration components to direct buy parts which got US$ 9M saving per year
  • Find VAVE opportunity to achieve 5% cost reduction

Purchasing Supervisor

Hitachi Household Appliance Co.,Ltd
Shanghai
06.2000 - 06.2003
  • Lead chemical team to achieve sourcing on time, annual reduction and solve open issues
  • Subordinates: 2

Education

Industrial Engineering

Shanghai University
Shanghai
06.2000

Skills

  • Sales forecasting
  • Customer relationship management
  • Warehouse management
  • Team leadership
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Inventory control

Additional Information

Shanghai General Motors 'Best Employee', Chery Jaguar Land Rover 'Best Team', CIPS certification

Timeline

Sales manager

Jay Gem World Inc
03.2023 - Current

Station manager

Uniuni Logistics INC
02.2023 - 03.2023

Purchasing Director

Shanghai Zhidian Intelligence NEV Company
07.2019 - 05.2022

Purchasing Director

Youxia Motors Shanghai Company
03.2018 - 06.2018

Purchasing Senior Manager

Jaguar Land Rover Shanghai
03.2014 - 03.2018

Purchasing Program Manager

Shanghai General Motors Automotive Co.,Ltd
02.2012 - 02.2014

Purchasing Manager

Shanghai General Motors Automotive Co.,Ltd
06.2003 - 02.2012

Purchasing Supervisor

Hitachi Household Appliance Co.,Ltd
06.2000 - 06.2003

Industrial Engineering

Shanghai University

Personal Information

Nationality: China

Languages

  • English
  • Mandarin
  • Cantonese

Current Expectation

Manufacturing, Purchasing Management, Open for new job

Attributes

  • Strategic Leadership: Throughout my career, I've honed the ability to craft and execute procurement strategies that align with broader business goals. My track record showcases my capacity to optimize costs, enhance supply chain efficiency, and minimize risks, resulting in substantial savings and streamlined operations.
  • Global Network: Working with industry leaders has afforded me a robust international network of suppliers, manufacturers, and stakeholders. This network, coupled with my deep understanding of global market dynamics, equips me to navigate complex supply chains and secure optimal partnerships for mutual growth.
  • Innovation Advocate: My involvement in the EV domain has fostered a passion for innovative technologies and sustainable solutions. I am dedicated to fostering environmentally conscious procurement practices and facilitating the integration of cutting-edge advancements into the automotive landscape.
  • Collaborative Approach: Effective collaboration lies at the heart of my work ethos. I excel in cross-functional teamwork, forging strong relationships with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless integration of components and materials, ultimately delivering superior products to market.
  • Adaptability: The manufacturing industry is marked by constant evolution, and my career reflects an ongoing commitment to adapting to emerging trends, regulatory changes, and technological disruptions. My agility in navigating these shifts empowers me to remain at the forefront of innovation.
  • Vision for the Future: As I embark on the next chapter of my career journey, I am steadfast in my commitment to fostering excellence within the US automotive landscape. I am actively seeking an opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic organization that shares my passion for innovation, sustainability, and unparalleled quality. Together, we can drive transformative change and lead the industry towards a brighter, more efficient, and environmentally conscious future.

Self Description

Extroverted character and be good at communication. My hobbies are tennis, golf, and tour.

Personal Information

Nationality: China

Languages

  • English
  • Mandarin
  • Cantonese

Current Expectation

Manufacturing, Purchasing Management, Open for new job

Attributes

  • Strategic Leadership: Throughout my career, I've honed the ability to craft and execute procurement strategies that align with broader business goals. My track record showcases my capacity to optimize costs, enhance supply chain efficiency, and minimize risks, resulting in substantial savings and streamlined operations.
  • Global Network: Working with industry leaders has afforded me a robust international network of suppliers, manufacturers, and stakeholders. This network, coupled with my deep understanding of global market dynamics, equips me to navigate complex supply chains and secure optimal partnerships for mutual growth.
  • Innovation Advocate: My involvement in the EV domain has fostered a passion for innovative technologies and sustainable solutions. I am dedicated to fostering environmentally conscious procurement practices and facilitating the integration of cutting-edge advancements into the automotive landscape.
  • Collaborative Approach: Effective collaboration lies at the heart of my work ethos. I excel in cross-functional teamwork, forging strong relationships with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless integration of components and materials, ultimately delivering superior products to market.
  • Adaptability: The manufacturing industry is marked by constant evolution, and my career reflects an ongoing commitment to adapting to emerging trends, regulatory changes, and technological disruptions. My agility in navigating these shifts empowers me to remain at the forefront of innovation.
  • Vision for the Future: As I embark on the next chapter of my career journey, I am steadfast in my commitment to fostering excellence within the US automotive landscape. I am actively seeking an opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic organization that shares my passion for innovation, sustainability, and unparalleled quality. Together, we can drive transformative change and lead the industry towards a brighter, more efficient, and environmentally conscious future.
Tim Xu