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
Supply Base Development
Raw Material Purchasing
Cost Reduction Initiatives
Negotiation Strategies
Oracle
MS Office
ERP Software
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