In a key role supporting the production of electric vehicle chargers, my mission was to ensure the supply of electronic materials, overseeing PCBA manufacturing in China and Europe, and coordinating deliveries to the US and Spain. Key Responsibilities: Global procurement of electronic components for manufacturing facilities in China and Europe. Supply planning for PCBAs based on sales forecasts and production schedules. Management of purchase and sales orders with EMS providers and suppliers; inventory control and turnover optimization. Logistics coordination and delivery tracking across international markets. Contract negotiation and terms definition with global suppliers; supplier evaluation and approval. Automation of analysis and reporting processes; cost analysis and process efficiency improvement. Development of KPI dashboards using Excel, Google Sheets, and Tableau. Notable Achievements: Cost Optimization: Led the international sale of obsolete components, transforming inventory risk into revenue and maximizing profitability. Result: Optimized stock levels, reduced fixed capital by 10%, and minimized obsolescence risk. Achieved up to 15% reduction in electronic component acquisition costs through strategic negotiations and comparative analysis of international suppliers. Supplier Management: Oversaw relationships with over 100 international suppliers, implementing a new evaluation and approval system that enhanced supply quality and reliability. Supply Continuity: Ensured strategic planning of electronic component sourcing and PCBA production, preventing manufacturing disruptions during a period of intense supply chain pressure. Digital Transformation: Designed dashboards in Excel and contributed to Tableau automation, reducing monthly sales reporting time by 40% and enhancing KPI visibility for senior management.
Multinational toy company with global operations (Europe, India, and Hong Kong), requiring continuous product launches and cost optimization in a highly competitive market. My role focused on overseeing purchasing, raw material supply, and the toy supply chain, as well as managing the accounting of operations carried out in Romania. Key Responsibilities: Strategic negotiations and international sourcing processes for raw materials. End-to-end supply chain management: forecasting, production planning, invoicing, inventory control, and international logistics. Coordination of operations with manufacturing plants in Europe, India, and Hong Kong. Oversight of contracts, departmental budgets, and regulatory compliance. Promotion of continuous improvement initiatives in purchasing, logistics, and procurement. Notable Achievements: Achieved 20% cost savings through strategic contracts for raw materials and transportation. Secured 99% sales availability by implementing a forecasting system that significantly reduced stockouts. Reduced international delays by 20% through route optimization and shipment consolidation. Ensured supply continuity by diversifying critical suppliers. Strengthened liquidity by €40,000 through the resolution of a fiscal issue in Romania prior to expiration, applying EU law expertise.