Zilong Li
Head of Procurement Direct Materials AMERICAS @ Hitachi Rail | Procurement, Commodity, Global Sourcing and Transformation
- Role
- Head of Procurement Direct Materials Americas at Hitachi Rail
- Location
- Naperville, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Zilong Li
Steering direct material procurement process and category management with a keen focus on strategy and efficiency, my role encompasses global market analysis and supplier performance enhancement. My expertise in procurement and project management has been pivotal in negotiating key contracts and leading cost reduction programs that directly contribute to the company\'s profitability.Collaborating across functions, our team has surpassed cost-saving targets, improving P&L margins through innovative approaches such as demand consolidation and local content sourcing. With a solid grounding in materials engineering and professional certifications, my approach to supply chain management is both strategic and hands-on, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement in all facets of sourcing.
Experience
Head of Procurement Direct Materials Americas
Aug 2024 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US
Education
Shandong University
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, metallurgy
East China University of Science and Technology
Master's degree
2011 — 2014
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