Yan Xia
London,Ontario
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global Purchasing Director
KSR International
06.2021 - Current
- Leaded development of overall Procurement strategies to support the Five Year Plans.
- Leaded development of the international commodity supply strategy to support the overall Procurement strategy including rationalization of low cost supply opportunities. Lead monthly global commodity meeting .Recommended, evaluated and implemented insourcing and outsourcing opportunities for global plants.
- Established departmental performance goals and KPI and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
- Established purchasing procedure for Global Prototype buyer, Global tooling buyer. Reviewed all Purchasing Agreements and / or Contracts for direct and indirect material purchases , inter-company purchase agreements, service agreements ,required capital equipment agreements, MRO agreements and plant property lease agreements.
- Developed supplier development team procedure for supplier evaluation and supplier risk management.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations for 17 purchasing team members located in NA, Europe and Asia. Coordinated with purchasing peers to manage globally sourced components for global programs.
- Leaded Cost Reduction Committee. Recommended material and purchased parts cost reduction targets consistent with global operating targets.
- Guided Direct Buy Purchase activities with customers .Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Oversaw supply chain functions to verify inventory levels and budget adherence.
Corporate Purchasing Manager
KSR International
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Communicated regularly with Corporate buyers to check with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
- Reduced lead times by collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain operations.
- Collaborated closely with Corporate buyers ,other departments such as engineering, production, finance, logistics to ensure smooth execution of procurement activities.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Mentored and coached team members to develop their procurement skills , negotiation skills for cost reduction and support their career growth within the organization.
- Guided regular market research to identify new suppliers, leading to increased competition among vendors and better value for the company.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Identified opportunities for cost reduction through detailed analysis of spend data and implementation of targeted cost-saving projects.
Buyer/Manager of China Purchasing
KSR International
03.2004 - 08.2014
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Conducted regular spend analysis reports to identify opportunities for cost reductions without compromising quality or service levels.
- Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
- Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.
- Established and Managed China Purchasing team in Kunshan ,China to support sourcing activities for global plants.
Design Engineer
KSR International
09.2002 - 03.2004
- Created 3D Cad data for electronic accelerator pedal systems
- Drafted drawings and released it into system and work with Manufacturing team to refine new manufacturing processes.
- Designed electronic accelerator pedal systems for Ford expedition vehicle for customer's drawing
Program Manager
Shanghai Volkswagen
01.2000 - 06.2002
- Managed stamping parts of auto body for Polo projects to be released in Chinese version of drawings
- Worked with Purchasing team to tool stamping parts be localized in China
- Established and managed project timing plan to launch the program to meet SOP date.
Program Engineer
Shanghai Volkswagen
07.1996 - 01.2000
- Designed the drawings to Chinese version to be released for China market
- Collaborated with Engineering departments in Germany to complete Chinese version of drawings for Passat and Polo project
- Implemented tolerance system so lcoal Chinese suppliers can meet the Chinese version of design.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Jilin University of Techonology
Changchun,China06.1996
Skills
- Corporate Communications
- Policy Development and Enforcement
- Performance Improvement
- Training Management
- Employee Development
- Budget Control
- Supplier Development Management
- Negotiation
- Cost Reduction
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Disruption Supplier Chain management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Rotman Senior Leadership Online Program Certificate
Timeline
Global Purchasing Director
KSR International
06.2021 - Current
Corporate Purchasing Manager
KSR International
08.2014 - 06.2021
Buyer/Manager of China Purchasing
KSR International
03.2004 - 08.2014
Design Engineer
KSR International
09.2002 - 03.2004
Program Manager
Shanghai Volkswagen
01.2000 - 06.2002
Program Engineer
Shanghai Volkswagen
07.1996 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Jilin University of Techonology
Rotman Senior Leadership Online Program Certificate
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