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Xiaojie Wang

Kalamazoo,Michigan

Summary

Dynamic Senior Materials Manager with extensive experience in Aerospace, specializing in aftermarket supply chain optimization and inventory management.

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Materials Manager-Aftermarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
10.2022 - Current

•Owns and manages the inventory plan as well as the process and procedures around projecting and forecasting inventory and sales
• Implements a lean approach to materials management including material flow and inventory control
• Improve processes around demand forecasting and supply planning to ensure the availability of all materials and products at minimum cost
• Analyzes inventories and develops and executes plans to balance Inventory % of Sales and optimize customer service
• Collaborates with business partners to optimize customer experience by utilizing buying and reselling strategies and warehouse management
• Balances supply with demand through Sales and Operations Planning implementation and execution with the minimum amount of Parker’s capacity
• Utilizes forecasting tools to create effective demand management processes
• Employs data analysis and information technology to improve division performance
• Create development plans for materials management team members and ensure talent pipeline is in place for key functions

Materials Planning Manager-AfterMarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
10.2015 - 09.2022
  • Developed annual inventory plan aligned with division's goals and strategies.
  • Created new methodologies to improve planning process and results.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Collaborated with company leaders to support consistency and best practices.
  • Mentored and supported 5 department employees to create strong workplace culture.



Material Planner Specialist-Aftermarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
02.2012 - 10.2015

Planned all new programs entering service, including Airbus A350, Airbus A220, COMAC ARJ, and Embraer Legacy 500/600 projects.


Planned fleet-wide retrofits and led inventory projects to reduce excess and obsolete inventory. Planned 50% of the entire commercial product portfolio.


Provided training to new planners.

Senior Materials Planner-Aftermarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
04.2010 - 02.2012

Planned 35% of the entire department’s products, including the 787 program Enter Into Service project. Led cross-functional Kaizen events and established new processes to claim supplier warranties. Provided delivery plans to both internal and external customers.

Material Planner-Aftermarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
04.2007 - 04.2010

Planned 25% of the entire department’s products, including both commercial and military items.

Utilized PFEP strategy to set inventory targets for each part based on forecast, created purchase plans, managed delivery schedules, and allocated materials to support the department’s sales, inventory, and on-time delivery goals. Supported demand forecasting and led daily storeroom cycle count activities.

Production Planner

Musashi Auto Parts-Michigan
05.2005 - 04.2007

Developed finished goods strategy and created and monitored weekly schedules for 40 work centers to ensure on-time delivery of finished goods. Collaborated with material planners to ensure both long- and short-term material supply and conducted monthly audits of on-hand and work-in-process inventory.

Helped the company recover from late delivery issues

Marketing Coordinator

All Nippon Airways
02.1996 - 02.2001

Planned marketing events to promote the company’s frequent flyer program, calculated airfares, and trained fellow employees across ANA’s Southeast Asia offices.

Sales and Ticketing Agent

All Nippon Airways
07.1992 - 01.1996

Responsible for reservations and ticketing. Supported the sales manager in designing promotional packages and mileage programs. Performed statistical analysis and prepared business reports. Managed electronic document processing in Japanese.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
05-2001

Bachelor of Arts - Japanese Language And Literature

Institute of International Relations
Beijing, China
07-1992

Skills

  • Supplier relationship management
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Materials planning
  • Demand forecasting
  • ERP systems proficiency
  • Backlog resolution
  • Sales projection
  • Team building
  • Talent development
  • Cost reduction strategies

Accomplishments

In FY25, supported $325M in sales, ($63M above the plan) while maintaining inventory below the budget

In FY24, supported $250M in sales ($76M above plan) while exceeding the inventory budget by just $449K

Achieved double the backlog and sales while maintaining the same headcount

Recognized as a best practice in aftermarket material planning for the entire Parker group

Selected to write the Aftermarket Planner Playbook for the entire Parker Aerospace Aftermarket

Developed talent both inside and beyond our department: four former team members being appointed to leadership positions in other departments over the past three years.

Timeline

Senior Materials Manager-Aftermarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
10.2022 - Current

Materials Planning Manager-AfterMarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
10.2015 - 09.2022

Material Planner Specialist-Aftermarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
02.2012 - 10.2015

Senior Materials Planner-Aftermarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
04.2010 - 02.2012

Material Planner-Aftermarket

Parker Hannifin, Aerospace Group, Hydraulic Systems Division
04.2007 - 04.2010

Production Planner

Musashi Auto Parts-Michigan
05.2005 - 04.2007

Marketing Coordinator

All Nippon Airways
02.1996 - 02.2001

Sales and Ticketing Agent

All Nippon Airways
07.1992 - 01.1996

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

Bachelor of Arts - Japanese Language And Literature

Institute of International Relations