Ray Yang

About Ray Yang

Seasoned professional with expertise in global supply chain operations, reducing costs and driving efficiency through strategic planning and innovation. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and fostering strong supplier partnerships to ensure end -to-end supply chain management.Proven track record of achieving significant cost reductions, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing supplier performance through data-driven decision-making and lean methodologies. Expertise in procurement, logistics, inventory management, demand planning, and risk mitigation. Passionate about leveraging technology and best practices to streamline processes and exceed business objectives.Key achievements include:• Reduced supply chain costs by 21% through process optimization and strategic sourcing.• Spearheaded supplier performance program that enhanced on-time deliveries by 11%, reducing supply chain disruptions.• Successfully navigated supply chain challenges during pandemic, ensuring business continuity and resilience.Area of specialties:End-to-End Supply Chain ManagementProcurement & Strategy SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementRisk Management & MitigationCost Reduction & Efficiency ImprovementContract Manufacturing/EMSInventory & Demand PlanningLean Manufacturing & Continuous ImprovementNPI & Product Lifecycle ManagementData-Driven Decision-MakingLeadership & Cross-Functional Team ManagementP & L managementAdaptabilityCollaboration and team workMicrosoft Office/ERP (SAP/Oracle NetSuite/Microsoft BC)/MicroStrategy/Salesforce/Tableau Keywords: Customer order fulfillment, Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 6 Sigma, design of experiments, ISO13485, GMP, Continuous improvement, NPI, Contract Manufacturing, Program management, Supplier contract negotiation, logistic management, ERP, Microsoft Office, Medical device, Consumer electronics, Electric Vehicle, automotive, leadership, team work, adaptability, self motivation.

Experience

1. Global Supply Chain Manager

   Alen

   Mar 2024 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Global sourcing, supplier management, cost reduction solutions, procurement management

Education

• Xidian University

  BASc, Electronic Engineering

  1984 — 1988

• University of Waterloo

  Master of Science - MS

• University of Waterloo

  MASc, Electrical & Computer Engineering

  2002 — 2004

Skills

• Product Development
• Operational Excellence
• Leadership
• Process Improvement
• Procurement
• Customer Service
• Product Management
• Strategy
• Engineering Management
• Business Process Improvement
• Contract Negotiation
• Operations Management
• Electronics
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Manufacturing
• Kaizen
• Sourcing
• Vendor Management
• Management
• Six Sigma
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Customer Relations
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Medical Devices
• Business Development
• Strategic Planning
• Testing
• Supply Chain
• New Business Development
• Lean Manufacturing
• Continuous Improvement
• Project Management