Ann LIU
Changhua,TAIWAN
Summary
Results-driven Procurement and Supply Chain Manager experienced in operational execution, greenfield plant setup, and global sourcing strategies. Established resilient supply chains in high-uncertainty environments by bridging procurement with business development, transforming supply chain management into a core competitive advantage. Led local purchasing teams during initial setup of Thailand facility while maintaining zero production downtime across manufacturing lines during geopolitical crises.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Section Manager
Chang Horing Rubber Thailand Co., Ltd
11.2023 - Current
- During the war-induced supply-demand imbalance, initiated second source suppliers and coordinated group resources to ensure zero production line stoppage.
- Achieved a 2% annual reduction in direct material costs.
- Renegotiated commercial contracts with key suppliers, extending average Payment Terms from Net 30 to Net 60 days.
- Implemented a system that streamlined PR-to-PO workflows, cutting average processing cycle time from 15 days to 5 days (a 66% efficiency gain).
- Partnered with logistics to implement Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI), reducing Days of Supply (DOS) from 90 to 60 days.
- Executed category management strategies to consolidate the supplier base by 40% (from 100 to 60 vendors), leveraging volume to secure favourable commercial terms in Thailand.
- Developed and qualified 5 new global suppliers annually, successfully reducing single-source dependency for critical components from 40% down to 20% gradually.
- Oversaw strategic sourcing across 5 major categories, encompassing direct materials (Rubber, Oil, Chemicals, Packaging) and indirect procurement (Logistics).
- Led a cross-functional procurement team of 4 across Thailand, cooperating with Taiwan headquarters and China teams.
- Monitored market trends to adapt strategies and maintain competitive advantage.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects, facilitating seamless integration of new processes.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential issues, implementing mitigation strategies to minimise project disruptions.
- Drove ESG supplier assessments, reviewing and auditing suppliers for ISO certification.
Procurement Specialist
Chang Horing Rubber Co., Ltd.
09.2017 - 11.2023
- Negotiated pricing, credit terms and transportation with suppliers.
- Conducted rigorous supplier audits to assess compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Managed purchases, receipts and the documentation of finished goods, materials, packaging and ingredients.
- Managed inventory levels to meet operational needs while minimising excess stock and associated holding costs.
- Forged and maintained positive working relations with suppliers.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Soochow University
TaipeiSkills
- Supplier negotiation
- Inventory management
- Supply chain coordination
- Market analysis
- Risk assessment
- Strategic planning
- Supplier audits
- Cross-departmental coordination
- Decision making
- Multitasking proficiency
- Creative thinking
- Supplier relationship management
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Proficient
C2
Thai
Elementary
A2
Certification
- TOEIC 780
Timeline
Procurement Section Manager
Chang Horing Rubber Thailand Co., Ltd
11.2023 - Current
Procurement Specialist
Chang Horing Rubber Co., Ltd.
09.2017 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Soochow University