Xueru (Sherry) Ni
Dallas
Summary
Experienced and strategic supply chain executive with a proven track record in designing and optimizing customer-facing workflows. Proficient in implementing advanced forecasting systems and driving seamless data exchange solutions. Skilled in leveraging innovative strategies like VMI and CPFR to enhance operational efficiency, inventory management, and overall success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Director, supply chain operations
ZTE USA
02.2018 - 11.2024
- Designed and implemented a customer-focused, cross-country, and cross-functional Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering team collaboration
- Rolled out a global Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) system, improving forecasting accuracy, reducing critical path lead times, minimizing stock-outs, and driving cost optimization
- Introduced Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) programs in the U.S., optimizing replenishment strategies and reinforcing customer partnerships, while leading the implementation of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) solutions to streamline communication with customers and third-party logistics providers
- Managed logistics forwarder selection, Section 301 tariff ruling requests, and the relocation of SMT manufacturing outside China to support global supply chain transformation and compliance
Manager, Supply Chain Systems
EMERSON AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS
06.2014 - 02.2018
- Led an IT back-office team in the Philippines, responsible for the development of a corporate data warehouse integrated with Oracle, providing KPIs to the global supply chain to support corporate operations reviews
- Managed supplier outreach initiatives, including supplier surveys for REACH and ROHS compliance
- Innovated supplier risk scorecards and models to mitigate supply chain disruptions due to natural disasters, environmental factors, financial instability (D&B), and political risks
- Spearheaded the transition of supply chain operations from high cost to low cost countries, establishing a dual supply chain structure and enhancing localization to improve agility and responsiveness
- Streamlined indirect material e-bidding processes, generating substantial cost savings and driving operational efficiencies across the supply chain
Business Intelligence Architect, Supply Chain SAP Implementation
American airlines
07.2008 - 06.2014
- Designed and deployed Business Intelligence (BI) solutions, integrating SAP and legacy systems with Teradata and Cognos to improve analytics and operational efficiency
- Directed system integration and data consolidation during a major airline merger and Airbus fleet deployment, ensuring seamless operations and data accuracy
Sr Analyst, Supply Chain Strategy
American airlines
07.2008 - 06.2014
- Developed supply chain scorecards and KPIs to monitor performance and created executive-level presentations for weekly operational meetings
- Led the 'Stock 1' initiative, reducing parts-related delays, cancellations, and out-of-service events
- Built a new demand planning and forecasting model, optimizing processes and enhancing repair shop production scheduling
Education
Master of Science - Operations Research
Dallas 05.2006 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
South China University of Technology
05.2001 - 05.2005
Skills
- ERP Implementation – SAP
- ERP Implementation – Oracle
- Forecasting & Demand Planning
- Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI)
- Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment (CPFR)
- Data Analytics & Business Intelligence – Teradata
- Data Analytics & Business Intelligence – Cognos
- EDI & IT Solutions
- Global Logistics & Tariff Compliance
- Process Optimization & Cost Reduction
Websites
Timeline
Director, supply chain operations
ZTE USA
02.2018 - 11.2024
Manager, Supply Chain Systems
EMERSON AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS
06.2014 - 02.2018
Business Intelligence Architect, Supply Chain SAP Implementation
American airlines
07.2008 - 06.2014
Sr Analyst, Supply Chain Strategy
American airlines
07.2008 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Operations Research
05.2006 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
South China University of Technology
05.2001 - 05.2005
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