Keith Tseng
Sourcing Manager
Taichung,TXG
Summary
Accomplished Sourcing Manager with 21 years of experience and a proven track record in various industries, enhancing supply chain efficiency and fostering robust supplier relationships. Expert in strategic sourcing and problem-solving, achieving significant cost savings and optimizing logistics management. Demonstrates strong team leadership and adept at negotiating, ensuring competitive advantage and operational excellence. Organized and meticulous professional certified by Supply Management Institute,Taiwan in supply chain management.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sourcing Manager
SRAM
05.2017 - Current
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful LPD product launches as development milestone required.
- Led contract negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions, improve overall supply chain management, and develop long-term supplier relationship, fostering trust and collaboration for continuous improvement.
- Conducted supplier audits with QMS team to evaluate capabilities, assess risks, and identify areas for polishing supply chain management, lean management and performance tracking.
- Evaluated supplier proposals to identify best-fit partners based on quality, service, pricing factors and gathered market information to delivery industry trends, ensuring competitive advantage in sourcing decisions.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and execute sourcing strategies which align with organizational goals for optimal cost savings and value creation.
Purchasing Specialist
Wistron Corporation
04.2001 - 07.2024
- Resolved discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders in a timely manner, maintaining strong financial controls within the department.
- Managed purchase orders from initiation to closure, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Identified lower inventory opportunities with thorough analysis of material inventory data, achieving significant cost saving and optimize stock levels while minimizing carrying costs.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through effective communication and negotiation tactics, leading to improved supply chain efficiency.
- Achieved cost savings through bulk purchasing discounts, consolidating orders across multiple departments where possible.
Material Sourcing Manager
Au Optronics
05.2010 - 04.2017
- Developed requests for proposal and issued requests for quotes to support sourcing efforts.
- Managed and developed relationships with suppliers to attain maximum cost efficiency and leverage buying power. Also develop and manage key supplier performance indicators process.
- Calculated and reported actual and projected sourcing savings by spend categories.
- Analyzed spend data to identify and execute cost-savings, cost-avoidance and value analysis opportunities.
- Lead team to improve BOM cost throughout implementing/developing new substitute components/suppliers with internal R&D, PM team.
Electronics Sourcing Manager
Compal Communications
02.2008 - 05.2010
- Coordinated logistics activities, ensuring timely delivery of components from suppliers to each manufacturing site directly to fulfill production needs.
- Calculated and reported actual and projected sourcing savings by spend categories.
- Evaluated supplier proposals to identify best-fit partners based on quality, service, and pricing factors. Also assess risk mitigation to minimize potential disruptions in supply chain.
- Conducted market research to stay informed about industry trends, ensuring competitive advantage in sourcing decisions to support development team.
- Reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
Manager of Electronic Component Purchasing Div
Asia Optical
09.2005 - 11.2007
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Analyzed market trends and adjusted procurement strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Worked closely with engineering teams to source materials that met strict technical requirements while remaining costeffective.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess parts needs and forecast demand accurately.
Education
Master of Science - International Marketing
Sheffield Hallam University
United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Skills
Cost Analysis
Strategic Sourcing
Logistics Management
Supplier Relationship Management
Supplier Performance
Problem-Solving
Price Negotiations
Team Leadership
Certification
[Purchasing & Supply], [Supply Management Institute,Taiwan]
Timeline
[Purchasing & Supply], [Supply Management Institute,Taiwan]
12-2023
Sourcing Manager
SRAM
05.2017 - Current
Material Sourcing Manager
Au Optronics
05.2010 - 04.2017
Electronics Sourcing Manager
Compal Communications
02.2008 - 05.2010
Manager of Electronic Component Purchasing Div
Asia Optical
09.2005 - 11.2007
Master of Science - International Marketing
Sheffield Hallam University
04.2001 -
Purchasing Specialist
Wistron Corporation
04.2001 - 07.2024
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