Xuezi(Susie) Shin
Kansas City,KS
Summary
Lived in Shanghai for 20 years, moved to Shenzhen & Hongkong for 5 years prior to moving to Kansas city, KS from Canton, Ohio.
Specialized in factory audit, bulk production & quality control. Skilled in Negotiation, Market Research, E-commerce, Mandarin, Management, and Retail Branding. Strong business development professional with a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) focused on Fashion/Apparel Design & Engineering from Donghua University
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Partner Manager
Tradefull E-commerce
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Established and fostered partnerships to drive growth and expand the company's network.
- Executed strategic marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Implemented sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and drive business growth.
- Led and managed business development initiatives that resulted in successful expansion into new markets.
- Cultivated and maintained strong client relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Senior Buyer & Co-founder
Yellow Zebra Global
04.2017 - 11.2022
- Company Overview: Yellow Zebra Global has 2 companies located in HongKong & ShenZhen China.
- Developed strategic sourcing strategies that aligned with organizational goals and market trends.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to align business goals with market opportunities.
- Cultivated partnerships with key stakeholders to drive business growth and innovation.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to optimize pricing and ensure quality standards.
- Oversaw financial management processes, ensuring sustainable cash flow and budget adherence.
- Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
Senior Managing Director
Shanghai Powcharm Enterprise Company Ltd.
08.2014 - 04.2017
- Spearheaded product development efforts by collaborating closely with engineering teams, resulting in successful product launches that met market demands and expectations.
- Coordinated cross-border logistics, ensuring compliance with international regulations and customs requirements.
- Managed documentation for shipments, verifying accuracy to prevent delays in transit.
- Established strong relationships with external partners, fostering collaboration and expanding business opportunities.
Supply Chain Manager
ZheJiang Semir Garment Co., Ltd.
03.2009 - 08.2014
- Oversee supply chain operations, optimizing inventory management and logistics workflows.
- Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to reduce costs and enhance supplier relationships.
- Lead cross-functional teams to improve efficiency across procurement, production, and distribution processes.
- Analyze market trends to forecast demand, ensuring timely delivery of products to meet customer needs.
- Managed all aspects of purchasing/inventory processing, shipping, and receiving details for more than 3,000 skus generating over $135M USD in annual sales.
Production Development Manager
Trimera Brands
09.2004 - 03.2009
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables across departments.
- Championed a culture of innovation within the development team by encouraging experimentation with new technologies or approaches to problemsolving.
- Conducted regular risk assessments to proactively identify potential issues, allowing for timely resolutions before impacting project timelines.
- Monitored product pricing and legal requirements.
- Coached junior developers, guiding their professional growth and enhancing overall skillset of development team.
Production Merchandiser
China Corporate Enterprises
03.2001 - 09.2004
- Managed production schedules to optimize workflow and meet demand requirements.
- Established strong vendor relationships to negotiate favorable terms and enhance supply chain performance.
- Conducted regular audits of merchandise displays to ensure compliance with brand standards.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, achieving cost savings and improved product quality.
Education
Associate of Applied Business - Business Management
Stark State College
North Canton, OHB.E. - Fashion/Apparel Design & Engineering
DongHua University
Skills
- Organizational growth
- Operations management
- Marketing expertise
- Human resources management
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
Language
Chinese Native proficiency
English Professional working proficiency
Timeline
Executive Partner Manager
Tradefull E-commerce
11.2022 - 12.2022
Senior Buyer & Co-founder
Yellow Zebra Global
04.2017 - 11.2022
Senior Managing Director
Shanghai Powcharm Enterprise Company Ltd.
08.2014 - 04.2017
Supply Chain Manager
ZheJiang Semir Garment Co., Ltd.
03.2009 - 08.2014
Production Development Manager
Trimera Brands
09.2004 - 03.2009
Production Merchandiser
China Corporate Enterprises
03.2001 - 09.2004
B.E. - Fashion/Apparel Design & Engineering
DongHua University
Associate of Applied Business - Business Management
Stark State College
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