I have been working as a procurement specialist for over 13 years in both technology and traditional industries. I am an experienced procurement professional with expertise in various areas, including direct and indirect materials such as chemicals, metals, equipment, MRO, construction, EPC, MEP, and more. I possess strong organizational, planning, and multitasking skills. Additionally, I have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to positively contribute to the team environment by taking initiative to learn and improve upon skillsets. I am the ideal candidate you are looking for, and I am confident that I will excel in the position of Construction Projects Procurement Manager.
Hi, I’m
Yung-chieh Jen
Procurement Manager
Kaohsiung City
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
SAFC, an affiliate of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Taiwan Indirect Sourcing Manager (for JADE project free issue items)
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Holding open tender for TMA process EPC, Lab design packages and free issue item for JADE project.
- Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Utilized market intelligence to identify opportunities for savings and cost reduction.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
Molicel Quantum Energy Corporation, Taiwan Cement Subsidiaries
Senior Procurement Specialist
08.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Holding Tender for MEP for new construction site. (up to 10 million EUR per package)
- Contributed to construction-related procurement tasks and supported project scheduling requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Conducted cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
China Petrochemical Development Corporation
Senior Procurement Specialist
05.2019 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Procurement for MRO, equipment, revamping and construction.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
Yuen Foong Yu Inc.
Senior Procurement Specialist
07.2014 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Procurement for EPC, MRO, equipment, revamping and construction.
- EPC for a power plant. (8.8 million Euro for the case).
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
China Synthetic Rubber Corporation, Taiwan Cement Subsidiaries
Procurement Specialist
08.2013 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
Innolux Corporation
Senior Procurement Specialist
01.2011 - 08.2013
Job overview
- Annual purchase volume: 120 billion NTD (Around 33.6 billion EUR)
- Global strategic sourcing in direct materials and raw materials.
- Maintain relationships with cross-functional areas such as: A/P, AR, Legal, and Logistics.
- Negotiated terms and conditions with vendors to ensure optimum price, competitiveness, and high-quality products.
- Strong Contributor to Cost Savings averaging $1 billion and 2 hundred million annually.
- Procurement's Strategic Risk Management
Education
University of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles, California
Master of Education in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
07.2006 - 02.2008
University Overview
Soochow UniversityTaipei, Taiwan
Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature
09.2001 - 07.2006
University Overview
Skills
Global Sourcing Strategies
Timeline
Taiwan Indirect Sourcing Manager (for JADE project free issue items)
SAFC, an affiliate of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
01.2023 - Current
Senior Procurement Specialist
Molicel Quantum Energy Corporation, Taiwan Cement Subsidiaries
08.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Procurement Specialist
China Petrochemical Development Corporation
05.2019 - 08.2022
Senior Procurement Specialist
Yuen Foong Yu Inc.
07.2014 - 05.2019
Procurement Specialist
China Synthetic Rubber Corporation, Taiwan Cement Subsidiaries
08.2013 - 07.2014
Senior Procurement Specialist
Innolux Corporation
01.2011 - 08.2013
University of Southern California
Master of Education in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
07.2006 - 02.2008
Soochow University
Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature
09.2001 - 07.2006
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