AWS Program Specialist
Kingston Technology | KTSD Team
07.2021 - Current
Hi, I’m
Catherine Yang
MBA In Finance And Supply Chain
Taipei,TPE
Summary
A data-driven and detail-oriented problem solver with extensive experience in manufacturing operations, NPI product launches, sales/inventory forecasting, pricing analysis, and e-commerce planning. Over 10 years’ experience in CE market, experience with manufacturing operation in OEMs, ODMs and suppliers’ facilitations. Self-motivate team player with a passion for finding solutions to achieve and outperform. Willing to relocate to Taiwan.
Work History
Kingston Technology | KTSD TeamFountain Valley, CA
AWS Program Specialist
07.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Work closely with AWS GSM, ODM and Suppliers to secure inventory supply and improve supply chain logistic efficiency.
- Improved overall supply chain effectiveness by streamlining procurement process across different regional offices and hub locations.
- Monitor closely on inventory accuracy.
- Effectively managed and foster positive supplier relationships. Analyzed and maintained supplier performance statistics.
Kingston Technology | Consumer Marketing GroupFountain Valley, CA
Sales Coordinator
01.2016 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Managed over 500+ product listings for over $100 million annual revenue across Dram, flash, gaming peripheral categories.
- Conduct weekly/monthly/quarterly quantitative and qualitative business data analysis of sales and inventory to inform business decisions.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams within company as well as external partners to optimize and continuously improve operational efficiency and successfully reduce $50K a year in compliance chargeback thereby minimizing operational cost.
- Work closely with NPI team to monitor go-to-market as planned and outperform.
Foxlink International | Beats Project TeamBrea, CA
Business Project Manager
03.2015 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Lead cross-functional teams within the factory and external partner to initiate and conduct RFQ, SOW documents.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams (factory, purchasing, IE/ME/QC team) to prepare from EVT, DVT, PTV to MP and product transition plans to achieve project milestones.
- Work closely with purchasing team to conduct weekly BOM cost analysis and negotiate terms with customers.
- Closely monitor operational readiness, act as a bridge between factories and customers, and continue to seek improvements from production to product end-of-life.
- Work closely with customer NPI team to review go-to-market as planned. Make sure the production line, material forecast and product quality meet customer’s request.
Newegg.com | Motherboard Category TeamCity of Industry, CA
Product Merchandising Manager
09.2013 - 10.2014
Job overview
- Develop product strategy and assortment plan for an over $100 million annual revenue category.
- Plan seasonal forecasts, sales strategies and enhanced customer shopping experience by enriching product classification content, store layout and product description.
- Establish and maintain working relationships with suppliers, and identify new business opportunities consistent with short-term/long-term business strategies.
- Analyze web traffic and sales performance data to drive decision and effectively improve overall web traffic, conversion rate, page view, click through rate. Plan promotional roadmap via variety marketing channel such as email, banners, social media and affiliates sites.
Newegg.com | Motherboard Category TeamCity of Industry, CA
Product Purchasing Manager
06.2012 - 08.2013
Job overview
- Analyze category sales data and prepare monthly supply plan to meet category purchase budget.
- Responsible for attainment of sales and margin goals by building up strong partnership with vendors.
- Oversee and manage inbound/outbound flow: PO tracking/adjustment, improve vendor lead time, stock receiving active, resolve operation discrepancies, stock return, product defects
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
- Saved $50-100K per year and reduce unnecessary waste by implementing RMA testing program that addresses long-term customer RMA issues.
FSP Group USA | Business Development TeamChino, CA
Project Manager
08.2008 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Established relationships with strategy partners, distributors, resellers and e-commerce customers such as Amazon, Newegg, NCIX, Microcenter, etc. Provide product training and spiff program for sales team and external partners.
- Plan annually marketing budget for co-op programs and trade shows activities (i.e. CES/ PAX East/Quakecon etc. events.).
- Create and execute marketing programs, including online advertising, affiliate programs, print advertising and trade shows events.
- Fostered relationships with vendors to promote positive working relationships.
Education
University of La Verne
MBA from Finance & Supply Chain
Management
07.2006 - 07.2008
Chinese Culture UniversityTaipei , Taiwan
B.A from Economics
07.2000 - 07.2004
Skills
Project Management
Timeline
Sales Coordinator
Kingston Technology | Consumer Marketing Group
01.2016 - 07.2021
Business Project Manager
Foxlink International | Beats Project Team
03.2015 - 01.2016
Product Merchandising Manager
Newegg.com | Motherboard Category Team
09.2013 - 10.2014
Product Purchasing Manager
Newegg.com | Motherboard Category Team
06.2012 - 08.2013
Project Manager
FSP Group USA | Business Development Team
08.2008 - 06.2012
University of La Verne
MBA from Finance & Supply Chain
Management
07.2006 - 07.2008
Chinese Culture University
B.A from Economics
07.2000 - 07.2004
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Language
6
years of post-secondary education
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