Kris Li
Surrey,BC
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Kost Klip Manufacturing Ltd
Port Coquitlam, British Columbia
08.2024 - Current
- Led end-to-end procurement and supply operations for over USD 6 million annually, managing thousands of SKUs across raw materials, finished goods, packaging, and production supplies.
- Achieved 30% cost savings on key raw materials by optimizing supplier networks in China and Europe, consolidating purchase volumes, and aligning supply with production demand.
- Managed a globally sourced procurement portfolio (85%+ international), ensuring consistent supply, cost efficiency, and timely fulfillment.
- Built and maintained strategic supplier partnerships to secure long-term supply resilience, supporting operational forecasting and inventory planning.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, and Project teams to ensure procurement and supply aligned with production timelines, business objectives, and demand forecasts.
- Directed initiatives including insourcing, supplier redevelopment, and onboarding to support business expansion and risk diversification.
- Oversaw logistics coordination, customs clearance, and payment processes to ensure compliance, smooth operations, and on-time delivery.
- Developed advanced tracking and reporting tools in Excel to improve visibility into procurement trends, support data-driven decisions, and enhance forecast accuracy.
- Conducted detailed cost analysis, RFQs, and pricing validation to improve efficiency, profitability, and informed demand planning.
- Played a key role in post-acquisition integration, aligning workflows, systems, and vendor bases to standardize processes and optimize supply chain performance.
PLANNING MANAGER
Magic Cube Digital
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with business leaders on Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to align merchandise plans with strategic growth initiatives, aligning merchandise plans with strategic growth initiatives, resulting in a 20% increase in annual sales for 2023.
- Analyzed historical data and market insights to drive accurate SKU-level forecasts for over 500 products, leveraging ABC classification and Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) principles. Achieved optimal product availability, met sales targets, and increased customer service rate to 99%.
- Managed inventory assortment and quantities across branch locations, utilizing sales history and demand forecasts to reduce inventory levels by 27% through strategic inventory management and optimization initiatives.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, negotiated contracts to achieve cost savings, and resolved supplier performance issues promptly.
- Optimized logistics, achieving RMB 1.12 million in annual transportation cost savings and implementing peak shaving and valley filling strategies to improve delivery quality.
- Led cross-functional teams in adopting new demand forecasting models, resulting in a 5% improvement in team efficiency and accuracy.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, achieving a 35% reduction in total operational costs.
- Maintained ERP master data integrity, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with company policies. Spearheaded ERP customization and automation upgrades, earning recognition as the most innovative manager of 2023.
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Excellent Quality Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Launched two successful products, demonstrating exceptional strategic planning and execution skills, resulting in a remarkable 50-fold increase in revenue and substantial market penetration.
- Secured a RMB 3 million investment, showcasing strong negotiation and fundraising abilities, critical for driving strategic expansion initiatives and supporting company growth.
- Developed comprehensive sales plans and weekly purchase plans in collaboration with the sales department, ensuring seamless alignment between procurement strategies and sales objectives to meet customer demand effectively.
- Managed procurement for over 4800 products, optimizing purchasing efficiency and achieving a notable 17% purchasing cost reduction through strategic sourcing initiatives and effective supplier management.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels across multiple international sites, successfully minimizing stockouts and enhancing inventory turnover ratio to 1.7 to support operational needs and improve cash flow management.
- Directed business development efforts, providing leadership to a diverse team of 100+ employees, and consistently tracked key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive growth, profitability, and operational excellence across the organization.
DEMAND PLANING SPECIALST
Lenovo
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Reviewed key component shortages, product shipping statuses, and order hit rates for 6 products, providing critical insights that guided strategic decision-making and ensured timely product availability.
- Analyzed demand vs. supply dynamics and collaborated with geographic heads to finalize product commitments, significantly contributing to effective inventory management and optimizing stock levels.
- Conducted in-depth 13-week demand analysis at the product level, identifying potential issues and proactively working with cross-functional teams to develop solutions and prevent disruptions.
- Monitored product transitions across the supply chain using SAP, ensuring seamless integration and minimizing operational risks during changes in product lines or versions.
- Served as the primary liaison between Lenovo teams and OEMs for operations management, overseeing order processing, and ensuring accurate shipment reconciliation to maintain operational efficiency.
- Utilized advanced data analysis tools to conduct comprehensive data analysis, collaborating cross-functionally to maintain a high serviceability rate of up to 98% and improve overall customer satisfaction.
- Rewarded as best employee of the year 2014.
Education
Master of Science - Information Systems Management
The Hong Kong University of Science And Technology
Hong Kong07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN, US05.2013
Skills
- 10 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, specializing in demand forecasting, S&OP, and inventory optimization
- Expert in Sales & Operations Planning and inventory management methodologies
- Proficient in Excel for detailed data interpretation and Power BI for insightful data visualization
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-departmental projects and teams
- Strong leadership skills fostering teamwork and achieving organizational goals
- Innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce costs; Adapts to industry trends for optimizing supply chain operations
Websites
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Kost Klip Manufacturing Ltd
08.2024 - Current
PLANNING MANAGER
Magic Cube Digital
01.2023 - 01.2024
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Excellent Quality Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2023
DEMAND PLANING SPECIALST
Lenovo
01.2013 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Information Systems Management
The Hong Kong University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
Indiana University Bloomington
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