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Yesenia F. Gamble

San Tan Valley,AZ

Summary

Dynamic Global Program Management Manager with a proven track record at Avnet EM, excelling in supply chain management and team leadership. Expert in SAP and negotiation, driving strategic initiatives that enhance customer service and optimize inventory performance. Hardworking and motivated professional with several years of experience and record of success in industry. Solid history balancing team performance, customer service targets and business objectives. Dedicated to working closely with employees to maximize productivity and optimize procedures. Decisive leader with good planning and organizational skills.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Program Management Manager

Velocity
06.2022 - Current
  • Manage strategic supply chain programs for six global accounts, including automotive and contract manufacturers.
  • Lead a global team of five to ensure on-time delivery, high service levels, and margin control.
  • Mitigate supply chain risk, enforce contractual terms, and report forecasts and margins to executive leadership.
  • Oversee RMA returns for all AMER programs and support global customers across Asia and Europe.
  • Maintain customer service levels through proactive issue resolution and stakeholder communication.

Product Line Director – Passive

Avnet EM
06.2018 - 06.2022
  • Led 9 purchasing specialists managing $90M inventory across 16 suppliers.
  • Directed procurement for supply chain and e-commerce channels.
  • Negotiated supplier contracts, managed planning parameters, and aligned with sales goals.
  • Achieved 23% YoY growth; $270M revenue over 4 quarters; 18.5% margin; 3.5 inventory turns.
  • Managed aging inventory and executed supplier returns; approved RMAs and resolved PO/logistics escalations.

Product Line Director – Passive

Avnet EM
06.2015 - 06.2022
  • Managed 25 staff across purchasing and pricing; handled $105M inventory across 8 suppliers.
  • Drove $180M annual revenue in commercial, defense, and aerospace sectors.
  • Improved supplier market price coverage by 50%; led risk inventory and market pricing programs.
  • Liaised with Murata, Panasonic, and Samsung; managed claims, returns, and logistics escalations.

Pricing Commodity Director – Passive

Avnet EM
06.2014 - 06.2015
  • Supervised 6 pricing specialists; ensured 48-hour quote service.
  • Boosted commodity margins to over 20%, up from 12–15%.
  • Expanded supplier market pricing program by 50%.

Corporate Product Manager – Semi Products

Avnet EM
06.2012 - 06.2014
  • Led 12 specialists managing $50M inventory across 31 suppliers; NMI maintained at 1%.
  • Generated $145M in revenue with a 17% margin; led strategy in Lighting, Memory, and Communications.
  • Oversaw transition of AMER supply chain operations to Asia.
  • President’s Club Award Winner (2013).

Corporate Product Manager – Semiconductors

Avnet EM
06.2003 - 06.2012
  • Managed purchasing for Maxim, Infineon, Microchip, and STMicro.
  • Led a team of 8; focused on planning, inventory optimization, and supplier returns.
  • Conducted quarterly business reviews; negotiated with key suppliers.
  • President’s Club Award Winner (2004).

Materials Specialist III

Avnet EM
06.1997 - 06.2003
  • Planned high-runner Xilinx Spartan products; improved inventory metrics.
  • Strengthened supplier partnerships and supported key supply chain activities.

Buyer – Avnet Industrial

Avnet EM
06.1994 - 06.1997
  • Purchased industrial products for AT&T; managed inventory via third-party sourcing.

Education

High School -

Marco De Niza High School
01.1989

Skills

  • SAP and BI
  • Program management
  • Supply chain management
  • Inventory optimization
  • Risk assessment
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Financial analysis
  • Advanced Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Outlook proficiency
  • PowerPoint presentations
  • Salesforce expertise
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Work prioritization
  • Negotiation
  • Goal setting
  • Performance evaluations
  • Revenue management

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Global Program Management Manager

Velocity
06.2022 - Current

Product Line Director – Passive

Avnet EM
06.2018 - 06.2022

Product Line Director – Passive

Avnet EM
06.2015 - 06.2022

Pricing Commodity Director – Passive

Avnet EM
06.2014 - 06.2015

Corporate Product Manager – Semi Products

Avnet EM
06.2012 - 06.2014

Corporate Product Manager – Semiconductors

Avnet EM
06.2003 - 06.2012

Materials Specialist III

Avnet EM
06.1997 - 06.2003

Buyer – Avnet Industrial

Avnet EM
06.1994 - 06.1997

High School -

Marco De Niza High School

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