Kitiphong

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Work experience

  • Head of Procurement

    BERNINA International AG
    2023.03-Current(2 years)
    •Directs and implements strategic procurement initiatives, including comprehensive market research, sourcing, supplier selection, category management, supplier performance evaluation/improvement, and contract management.•Oversees operational procurement activities encompassing material planning, inventory control, and purchase orders to ensure seamless supply chain operations.•Drives supplier development initiatives and maintains high standards of supplier quality to uphold product excellence.•Manages new product development projects, exercising control over project timelines and sample approval processes. Expertise spans diverse manufacturing areas.
  • Director - Corporate Procurement and Delivery

    Energy Absolute PCL (EA)
    2019.05-2022.03(3 years)
    •Handled strategic sourcing, operational procurement and managed end-to-end delivery processes for diverse subsidiaries within the EA group, served sectors included Biodiesel, Refined Glycerin, Wind Power, Solar Power, NCM Battery and Electric Vehicle.
  • Manager - Purchasing

    Dana Incorporated
    2018.08-2019.04(9 months)
    •Spearheaded new project sourcing for automotive powertrain products, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement strategies.•Orchestrated productivity activities focused on supplier performance improvement, utilizing QDC (Quality, Delivery, Cost) metrics to drive excellence.•Represented the department at gate reviews, facilitating the identification and communication of program.
  • Manager - Purchasing

    Triumph Motorcycles Limited
    2015.08-2018.04(3 years)
    •Executed strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring effective supplier engagement and management to meet the demanding needs of premium motorcycle manufacturing.•Managed operational purchasing activities to optimize efficiency in material procurement, ensuring seamless production processes.• Directed material planning strategies, maintaining optimal inventory levels to support production requirements.
  • Manager - Purchasing and Supplier Development

    Faurecia
    2013.02-2015.04(2 years)
    •Led a high-performing team specializing in automotive interior products, oversaw key areas including acquisition programs, strategic sourcing, operational purchasing, new product development, project management, and supplier quality.
  • Manager - Purchasing and Logistics

    TI Fluid Systems
    2008.02-2013.02(5 years)
    •Strategic Leadership in Supply Chain Operations of Plastics Fuel Tanks Systems and Delivering Systems manufacturing.•Demonstrated strategic planning capabilities, aligning supply chain operations with broader business goals for enhanced overall efficiency.•Provided strategic direction in purchasing activities, including vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management, contributing to cost savings and overall supply chain efficiency.•Managed warehouse operations efficiently, ensuring proper storage, organization, and distribution of goods in alignment with supply chain objectives.•Directed logistics activities, optimizing transportation, and distribution to achieve cost-effectiveness and on-time delivery.•Ensured meticulous compliance with BOI regulations, strategically securing import duty schemes and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.•Maintained faultless adherence to Customs rules and regulations for all import/export activities, fostering smooth cross-border operations.•Oversaw end-to-end customer service operations, ensuring high levels of satisfaction through timely and accurate order processing, issue resolution, and effective communication.
  • Senior Procurement

    Seagate Technology
    2005.02-2008.02(3 years)
    •Handed on the end-to-end procurement activities by manage direct material commodities, specializing in plastics injection and thermo-forming included indirect material commodities.
  • Production Planning

    Seagate Technology
    1996.08-2005.01(9 years)
    •Led comprehensive production planning functions, including headcount planning (10,000++ headcounts), direct labor efficiency analysis/improvement, and scrap analysis/improvement.

Educational experience

  • Suranaree University of Technology

    Business Administration, Management and Operations masters degree
  • Kasetsart University

    Science bachelors degree
  • Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology

    exchange student
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