Jason Thompson
Strategic Sourcing @Canadian Solar Inc.
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WORK HISTORY
Strategic Sourcing @Canadian Solar Inc.
IN, US
EDUCATION
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
BS, Physics
SKILLS
ABOUT JASON THOMPSON
Accomplished Global Procurement Professional with Extensive Experience in Consumer Goods Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Technology, and Program Management. Skills include International Business, Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Work, International Negotiations, Relationship Development while Consistently and Reliably Delivering Results. Successful Career Path Highly Focused Sourcing Activities Worldwide- Data driven, resourceful, problem solver with 10+ years of experience in leading Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain resources and planning, for mid to large multinationals- Strong knowledge in commodity sourcing in wide breadth categories like li-ion battery packs, injected molded plastics, electromechanical devices (including Pumps, motors, and water valves) and indirect (temp labor and independent consultancies), attributing to $10M+ in savings- Data Executioner and technical expert in Supply Chain and Sourcing tools- Curious, insightful and well organized with meticulous attentions to details- Strong project leadership, problem solving, and process improvement skill set- Multiple global experiences in low cost country sourcing/procuring of goods in a manufacturing environment; and strategy development and enactment in a production and services environment- Successful record of functioning in a highly matrixed environment to develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with service organizations, product management, technology, manufacturing and distribution- Experienced in measuring, predicting and enabling performance by bringing together engagement survey results, assessment findings and leadership insights- Accomplished certified as a Master Black Belt in six sigma with a successful history of establishing procurement strategies aligned with business goals and objectives, negotiating material productivity and cost out and developing alternate suppliers within the global supply base.Specialties: Business Process Improvement, Outsourcing, Vendor Management, Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Positivity, and Engagement
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