Yoshi Toda

• Executed strategic business plan, driving alignment with company objectives.
• Drove initiatives that aligned with company goals and objectives.
• Identified and cultivated new customer relationships to enhance business growth.
• Negotiated long-term agreements and pricing contracts with customers and vendors for outsourcing services.
• Served as key liaison between Japan corporate and North American foundry customers, facilitating communication and collaboration.

• Re-established relationships with key clients to strengthen partnerships and foster loyalty.
• Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities and challenges for strategic decisions.
• Reported directly to CEO in Japan to realign business expansion strategies.
• Developed service improvement initiatives through implementation of B2B systems.

• Established dedicated team to transition business strategy from indirect to direct sales in North America for semiconductor foundry.
• Built strong relationships with senior management of key customers as part of direct sales initiatives.
• Directed strategic planning initiatives to expedite product development and reduce transfer time.
• Identified operational challenges and implemented solutions to streamline processes.
• Led cross-functional teams to improve efficiencies across various departments.
• Collaborated with executive leadership on critical company-wide initiatives and decisions.

• Reassessed operational organization to enhance effectiveness and achieve optimal realignment.
• Established partnerships with vendors to streamline supply chain processes and lower costs.
• Led operational strategies that improved service delivery at telecommunications provider.
• Managed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and increase workflow efficiency.
• Streamlined logistics for cable installation, minimizing on-hand inventory levels.
• Oversaw project implementations aligning with corporate objectives and customer satisfaction.
• Implemented Oracle MRP system to enhance resource planning and management.

• Developed supply chain strategies to align with business objectives for DSL deployment at Terayon Communications.
• Optimized product distribution and inventory management through strategic supply chain initiatives.
• Managed supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of materials from Taiwanese contract manufacturers.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve procurement and logistics efficiency.
• Successfully implemented Oracle MRP systems with consulting firm and internal task team.

• Led procurement group to secure timely delivery of mobile products for initial shipments.
• Developed supply chain process for direct shipment of customized laptops from Japan to U.S. within 10 days.
• Localized Japanese computer models to comply with U.S. specifications and standards.
• Achieved 20% reduction in product expenses through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Established robust supplier relationships to ensure prompt procurement of materials.
• Conducted hands-on training sessions for buyers and managers to enhance skills.

• Led procurement group for mobile products, focusing on laptops and strategic components.
• Achieved 20% annual cost reduction through effective price negotiations with key suppliers.
• Rebuilt relationships with LCD panel suppliers to enhance reliability and quality.
• Conducted quarterly business review meetings to align objectives with key suppliers.
• Transitioned from in-house laptop manufacturing to contract manufacturing model within two years.

• Represented international procurement group in Tokyo for Compaq Computer.
• Cultivated relationships with CEOs and top executives of major Japanese electronics firms.
• Sourced strategic components for PC production in the U.S.
• Reported to corporate purchasing director in Houston and president of Compaq K.K. in Japan.
• Facilitated collaboration with leading Japanese supplier for laptop manufacturing.

Assumed responsibility for supplier quality alongside procurement functions.

• Achieved highest sales revenue from single account in North American DRAM market.
• Oversaw management of DRAM product accounts across North America, enhancing market penetration.
• Supported standard commodities and custom memory modules for PCs to expand product offerings.
• Led projects for tailored custom memory products targeting major corporations.
• Promoted memory products across North America to attract new clientele.