Vincent Ong
Richmond,TX
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented professional with a strong focus on developing efficient processes, maintaining high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Demonstrates the ability to quickly adapt to new environments and an eagerness to contribute to team success. Known for dependable, successfully managing multiple priorities. Willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
15
15
Leadership roles
12
12
Sourcing and procurement experience
Work History
Director – Procurement, Contracts & Projects
Karya Property Management, Seguro Construction
08.2020 - Current
- Establish group procurement policies & strategies
- Develop Best Practices to enhance efficiency
- Set up Preferred Vendors for the entire portfolio.
- Vendors management – negotiate preferential rates
- Manage a cross functional team (AP & Project)
- Review invoices for payment
- Facilities Management – HVAC, chillers, appliances etc
- Develop & negotiate purchases, terms & payment
- Cost analysis & purchases performance review
- Manage Special Major Projects > $2.5m
- Suppliers/Contractors’ performance review & audit
Head of Purchasing & Supply Chain
Choice Botanicals LLC
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Manage the purchases of material, packaging, machinery equipment & MRO.
- Develop procurement policy & SOPs to optimize efficiency.
- Establish suppliers & build relationship.
- Suppliers performance metric review & audit.
- Evaluated market trends to identify new sourcing opportunities and potential suppliers.
- Build relationships & negotiate terms
- Perform global purchases – materials & packaging machinery (Asia manufacturers & suppliers)
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define purchasing requirements, aligning them with business goals and budget constraints.
- Implemented inventory control systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
Procurement & Contracts Manager
Christian Brethren Community Services
03.2013 - 12.2018
- Manage the purchase & contracts for 6 sites in Catering, Laundry, Cleaning, Maintenance, Office Equip, Vehicles, Medical & Clinical Support equipment & Waste Disposal
- Prepare the entire process from bid, evaluation to award
- Responsible for inventory management, cost analysis, market trends, contract negotiation.
- Implemented procurement policies, ensuring compliance with company guidelines and legal requirements.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Develop budgets & monitor expenditure
- Review continuous improvements procedures & policies.
- Review suppliers & contractors’ performance
- Project Management (solar, new building, signs)
General Manager
Mercury Marine & Engineering Trading
03.1999 - 02.2013
- Spearhead the entire operations with P&L responsibility including assembly/modification line
- Build strategic partnership with distributors and agents.
- Determine engineering solutions & pricing
- Cross Functional with stakeholders to maximize product margins
- Implement Best Practices and Continuous Improvements plans and redefine processes for GTM efficiency
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Responsible market awareness – EXPO, Exhibitions, Seminars, Training (TTT – Train the Trainer)
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
- APAC sales and business development.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
Head of Sales & Business Development
Motorola Inc.
01.1992 - 02.1999
- Manage a team of global account managers.
- Develop sales strategies and GTM initiatives for mobility solutions & applications
- Conduct & organize seminars and workshops for corporate customers
- Develop Channel Partners & System Integrators.
- Conduct presentation, Solutions and Consultative Selling
- Motivating, mentoring, and coaching the team
- Develop business distribution network in South Asia
- Streamlined sales processes for increased efficiency, leading to faster deal closures and improved profitability.
- Led team to exceed sales targets through effective coaching, performance management, and motivation techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Leadership
Leadership & Management
Sydney 11-2018
MBA - Business Administration
Executive MBA
Conway, AR08-1986
BBA - Finance
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR05-1985
Skills
- Procurement
- Leadership
- MS Outlook
- MS Word, Excel, Power Point
- Strategic planning
- Decision-making
- Contract and vendor management
- Contract negotiation
- Facilities management
- Process improvement
- International business
- Cross-functional team leadership & management
- Global Sourcing
- Global team management
Accomplishments
- Star Performer Award (2023)
- Best Employee - CBCS
- Cost Savings Initiatives
- Continuous Improvement
- Punctuality
- Driving Excellence
- Team Player
- President – International Student Association
Employee of the Year
Awarded for cost savings performance and efficiency optimization of renewed processes.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Indonesian
Professional Working
Malay
Full Professional
Timeline
Director – Procurement, Contracts & Projects
Karya Property Management, Seguro Construction
08.2020 - Current
Head of Purchasing & Supply Chain
Choice Botanicals LLC
03.2019 - 08.2020
Procurement & Contracts Manager
Christian Brethren Community Services
03.2013 - 12.2018
General Manager
Mercury Marine & Engineering Trading
03.1999 - 02.2013
Head of Sales & Business Development
Motorola Inc.
01.1992 - 02.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Leadership
Leadership & Management
MBA - Business Administration
Executive MBA
BBA - Finance
University of Central Arkansas
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