SAP
Kai Ning Tang
Commodity Manager
Taoyuan City
Summary
Successful supply chain management professional knowledgeable about sourcing vendors, negotiating contracts and scheduling shipments. Collaborative and diplomatic with a well-grounded mentality and insightful nature. Articulate, discerning and responsive to changing business needs and market trends.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Global Commodity Manager
Inventec Corporation
10.2010 - Current
- Conducted market research to stay informed about industry trends, enabling proactive decision-making regarding commodity pricing fluctuations.
- Developed strong relationships with strategic suppliers for long-term collaboration and mutual benefit.
- Negotiated and finalized contracts with optimized pricing structures and delivery timetables.
- Coordinated closely with engineering and product development teams, ensuring timely procurement of critical components for new product launches.
- Achieved cost savings by developing and implementing global sourcing strategies for commodities.
Buyer Specialist
Pegatron Corporation
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Enhanced procurement efficiency by streamlining the purchasing process and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Managed supplier performance, addressing any issues or discrepancies that arose during transactions.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during the sourcing process, clearly communicating objectives and requirements for successful procurement initiatives.
Buyer Specialist
Walsin Technology
06.2006 - 06.2008
- Facilitated smooth communication between suppliers and internal departments regarding production timelines, order updates, and any changes in product specifications.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Conducted regular audits of vendor contracts to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Reduced lead times on key items by optimizing order quantities and stocking strategies based on historical demand patterns.
Banking Specialist
Sunny Bank
07.2005 - 03.2006
- Collected cash and checks for deposit or processed withdrawals by examining checks for endorsements, verifying amounts, inputting into computer systems and printing receipts.
- Assisted customers with banking needs and inquiries.
- Opened new accounts and made changes to existing accounts.
- Educated customers on online banking and mobile banking applications.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial Economics
National Central University
Taoyuan City, Taiwan 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Department of Finance
Kainan University
Taoyuan District, Taiwan 04.2001 -
Skills
Cost Analysis
Negotiation
Results Orientation
Sourcing Strategies
Market trend monitoring
Vendor Relations
Problem-solving aptitude
ERP Systems
Software
POWER BI
EXCEL
Timeline
Global Commodity Manager
Inventec Corporation
10.2010 - Current
Buyer Specialist
Pegatron Corporation
08.2008 - 08.2010
Buyer Specialist
Walsin Technology
06.2006 - 06.2008
Banking Specialist
Sunny Bank
07.2005 - 03.2006
Master of Science - Industrial Economics
National Central University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Department of Finance
Kainan University
04.2001 -