Derrick S.

About Derrick S.

As a Supply Chain Manager with over two decades of comprehensive experience in supply chain management, I have excelled in various roles, including Production Planner, Purchasing Analyst, Supply Chain Project Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Purchasing Manager, and most recently, Global Sourcing Manager. My expertise spans both domestic and international supply chains where I leverage my extensive background to drive operational excellence.I am highly skilled in implementing and managing ERP systems such as SAP (AFS1/AFS2), Oracle, and JD Edwards. I have successfully led five ERP implementations across multiple functions, including MRP, PP, and WMS, as well as several cloud-based Supplier Portal implementations that have significantly improved operational efficiencies. As a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, I focus on applying lean tools and methodologies, including 5S, DMAIC, Heijunka, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping, to optimize processes and eliminate waste. In my role as Lean Pillar Manager at Oakley, I served as the Lean Trainer for the White and Yellow Belt programs, educating 250 manufacturing employees and fostering a strong culture of continuous improvement across the Oakley and Luxottica organizations.In my previous role as Procurement Manager, I sharpened my expertise in supplier performance analysis, emphasizing metrics such as supplier capacity, on-time delivery (OTD/OTIF), lead time reduction, and inventory management. I also implemented dynamic stocking strategies, capacity planning processes, master production scheduling (MPS), and detailed scheduling to enhance overall efficiency.Currently, as a Global Sourcing Manager, I am dedicated to driving efficiency and sustainability within the supply chain. I utilize strategic sourcing and effective supplier management practices to deliver exceptional value. My primary focus is on optimizing supplier relationships, enhancing performance metrics, and aligning sourcing strategies with organizational goals to build a sustainable and resilient supply chain.

Experience

1. Global Sourcing Manager

   Fluidmaster, Inc

   Jun 2018 — Present · San Juan Capistrano, CA, US

   Experienced Global Sourcing Commodity Manager specializing in Fluidmaster product lines across plants in Mexico, Europe, and Asia. Skilled in launching new products with NPD, NPI, and Marketing teams, ensuring alignment on specifications, costs, and timelines. Lead Mgr. responsible for establishing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) SB54 compliance.Key Achievements: • Data-Driven Insights: Developed automated business intelligence reporting for the Supply Chain, OTIF, OTD, Fulfillment, lead-time, enhancing operational efficiency across global sites. • Supply Chain Automation: Led the automation of purchasing processes, reducing full-time equivalent (FTE) requirements while improving inventory management and on-time delivery (OTD). • Strategic Negotiations: Negotiated Master Supply Agreements for cost management, logistics, and supplier SLAs, integrating continuous improvement targets. • Sustainability Leadership: Implemented changes in response to California’s SB 54 to reduce single-use plastic packaging and promote sustainable practices. • Cash Flow Enhancement: Developed a supplier payment strategy, increasing Days Payable Outstanding (DPO) by 15 days and freeing up $200K in monthly cash flow. • Operational Efficiency: Streamlined supply chain strategies, reducing purchasing requirements by 50%. • Performance Measurement: Established quarterly business reviews with scorecarding and spend analysis, creating a ranking system for suppliers. • Cost Reductions: Achieved $960K in annual savings through supplier benchmarking and redesign initiatives, lowering raw material costs by $742K/year. • Inventory Management: Reduced inventory liability from 90 days to 60 days through supplier stock strategies. • Annual Savings Programs: Negotiated rebate programs that secured $500K in annual savings.Dedicated to driving efficiency and sustainability in supply chain operations while delivering exceptional value through strategic sourcing and supplier management.

Education

• UC Irvine

  Project Management Certification

• UC Irvine

  BA