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Buffalo Grove, IL (C) PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEIndustrial Engineers/Operation Research Expert with 20+ years of experience in the fields of Operations Research(Logistics), Procurement, Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Facility Management, Management Science, Manufacturing Process, Project Management, and Quality Control. U.S. Citizen & Fluent in English and Korean.PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEFNS, Inc., Bolingbrook, Illinois 01/2017 04/2018Hub Branch ManagerWorking as a 3PL Branch Manager for LGE Mobile HUB operationResponsible for Transportation Management including routing and/or consolidationWorking with LGE Mobile Order Management Group to ensure order fulfillment and delivery.Responsible for process improvement for all aspects of Warehouse operation such as inbounding, space utilization, pick accuracy, shipping, and inventory managementWorking with other Supply Chain Network Partners such as freight forwarder, ocean freight carrier, air freight carrier, and manufacturing site to ensure/enhance supply chain network flowAccomplishment:Managing daily inbound to process to minimize damage goods for high value items such as cell phones and accessories.Develop a set of KPI (Key Performance Index) for transportation with carriers to optimize the lead time and save unnecessary cost. Yearly saving is around $0.8 to 1.2 MM.Hyundai Powertech America, Belvidere, Illinois 2015 2016Materials / Warehouse ManagerResponsible for Material Purchasing & Handling (Receiving & Inspection) / Storage and Goods Shipment.Responsible for all Supply Chain Management activities (Logistics and Warehouse Operations)Working with Sales Group to ensure the demand for customers is met.Responsible for SAP data extraction & input (MM & SD)Responsible for hiring/training warehouse associateConducting Ad-Hoc reports for warehouse operationsResponsible for process improvement for all aspects of Supply Chain ManagementResponsible for Financial Aspect of warehouse operation (Account Receivable vs. Account Payable)Working with Quality Team to ensure the quality of goods received and deliveredAccomplishment:Implement JIT (Just In TIme) concept to reduce storage and handling cost.Organ Recovery Systems, Itasca, Illinois 2014 2015Materials ManagerReport to Vice President of Operations and responsible for material handling, supplier management / sourcing, pricing, negotiation and warehouse / inventory management.Responsible for all Procurement / Supply Chain Management activitiesDeveloping optimal material handling systemConducting supplier management / evaluation (with QA) / sourcingManaging target material cost / cost reductionDeveloping inventory management systemManaging warehouse activities (receiving, shipping, and storage)Developing new pricing decision system in terms of cost, quality, and deliveryConducting market trend analysis for raw materials such as resin, steel, and chemicalsParticipating new product development at early stage to insure material availability and target costAccomplishment:Develop inventory management tool to monitoring inventory level to reduce reorder cost and storage cost. Annual saving was $500K.Conducting vendor selection for new product to optimize BOM cost.LG Electronics, Changwon City, South Korea 2007 - 2014Procurement General ManagerReport to Director of Procurement Strategy Group / Vice President of Procurement Team and responsible for implementing long term strategy and introducing advanced cost management tool.Optimize Cost Structure based on Financial InformationRedefine Cost Structure to maximize profitLeading a project team for cost saving task thru applying SHOULD COST modeling.Conducting inventory optimization which results in saving of $500 ~ 900K per year.Developing cost model based on total cost (not just purchasing cost)Conducting negotiation with both domestic and international vendorsDeveloping mid to long term strategies for Procurement team.Conducting training for basic understanding of procurement and advanced cost management.Working with Supplier Management group to evaluate suppliers performanceConducting training courses for Cost Management & Negotiation (Strategy, Tactics, and Process)Developing training/course materials for Cost Management, Supplier Management, & NegotiationDeveloping strategic sourcing process including RFI / RFQ preparation and evaluationSupporting oversea subsidiaries (Audit and Training)Member of Procurement College Committee (awarded The Best Lecturer in 2012)Leader of Procurement Supply Chain Management Skill CouncilSupport Oversea Subsidiaries for various procurement aspectsAccomplishment:Cost Modeling - Define Cost Structure for purchasing Item thru identifying cost elements such as Material cost, Process (Labor) cost, Manufacturing overhead cost, Selling / General / Administration cost, and Profit. We use our predefined commodity group such as Injection, Press, Electronics, Circuit, and Machinery items. Each commodity has its own base cost structure. My responsibility was validating cost structure using suppliers financial information and market research. I save 1 ~ 3% of purchasing cost annually.BCC (Best Cost Country) Sourcing Identify the Best Cost Source for our items. We have considered not just purchasing cost but total cost such as logistics cost, potential cost related to risk management, inventory cost, and etc. I save about 2% of purchasing cost annually.Process Improvement Lead a team of Factory Innovators from LG production group to help our suppliers to improve their production layout and flow and material handling. I help our supplier to reduce a process cost which results in lowering purchasing cost.NAL Worldwide, Addison, Illinois 2006 - 2007Solution EngineerReport to Vice President of Supply Chain Engineering and responsible for pricing model, data analysis, andnetwork optimization.Developing a pricing model for warehouse and transportation.Working with IT group for software implementation and evaluation.Preparing for RFP.Designing / Optimizing warehouse layout and flow to save $ 2 ~ 3M per year for clients.Developing a strategy to optimize clients supply chain network.Working with operation and procurement group to develop/define processes for warehouse and transportation activities.Accomplishment:Developed PC based Inventory management tool to monitoring inventory in transit and on hand.MERIDIAN IQ (USF LOGISTICS), Oak Brook, Illinois 2006Logistics EngineerReport to Director of Supply Chain Engineering and responsible for network management and developmentDeveloped/defined process flow for Selective Logistics Service. Validating data integrity.Worked on Selective Logistics Sales projects which are involving with carrier strategy, customer specific pricing, and transportation network management.Developed supply chain network model for both internal and external customers.Developed an application for customers warehouse operations and managing database between clients SAP and our WMS.Provided potential cost saving opportunities to customers.Worked with transportation group to develop better method to manage the transportation process and network.Worked on a network optimization modeling.Responsible for any network related studies such as relocation of facility, process improvement, and consolidation opportunity.Accomplishment:Developed warehouse management tool to optimize the space utilization for Clients.Created tier pricing concept to optimize the transportation network. Annual saving was $1-2 MM.PETCO, Joliet, Illinois 2005 - 2006Industrial Engineer (Engineering Manager)Report to Director of DC operation/Supply Chain Management and conduct various projectsrelated DC operations.Responsible for engineering operations at DC and supply chain management.Responsible for material handling process : Total cost saving of $200K ~ 1M per year thru improving and optimizing process flowResponsible for annual budgeting process for DC operations.Responsible for purchasing DC equipment such as forklift, reach truck, and storage rack.Led a team of junior engineer and administrative staff for various project such as developing new reports, identifying potential cost savings, and emphasizing work place safety.Responsible for training of equipments used in DC such as forklift, reach truck, and pallet jack.Managed employee incentive program and developed employee labor standard.Conducted a study to update company standard.Managed DC operations such as transportation, safety, facility management, and inventory management.Worked on capacity expansion project to increase throughput/efficiency at DC.Worked on process mapping and development for DC operations.Worked on supply chain network optimization such as location of DC.Worked on a project to improve DC audit process/accuracy.Evaluated applications/tool for network optimization for main DCs and satellite DCs.HOLLISTER, Libertyville, Illinois 2003 - 2005Supply Chain Collaboration LeadReported to Director of Logistics and conduct various collaboration projects with supply chain partners.Responsible for managing logistics tasks in supply chain management.Managed an implementation of the material handling system at the distribution center: Introduced automated process with conveyor, RF technology, and print-and-apply systems and worked with IT group and the material handling engineering firm from development of business case to cost analysis. Working as project manager to update status to senior management and monitor team members activities.Managed distribution network re-design projects: Evaluated SAP modules for stock transfer order between inter-company business units. Developed new process flow map.Managed a collaboration project with supply chain partners to optimize inventory level and eliminate demand volatility within supply chain network: Introduced replenishment synchronization program with customers.Worked with the transportation department to upgrade parcel carrier server and evaluate possible expansion of Transportation Management Suit in SAP (APO).Worked with business analyst to develop delivery scheduling tool : Developed/designed new delivery scheduling algorithm based on the order entry time and the size of orders.Worked with distribution center to support warehouse operations and provide/recommend solutions for various warehouse activities : Developed a PC based application for distribution center to automate some of manual documentation processes by using MS Excel macro.Worked with the customer service group on customer order trend analysis : Analyzed customer order trend based on the transportation mode (size of orders) and the value of orders.Worked with the sales group to support customers need : Utilized ASN process with customer.Applied operations research and industrial engineering knowledge with in-depth experience in supply chain management.Introduced new and improved processes that save manpower and time for both internal and external customers. Total saving impact was $1~2M per year.Led high-quality technical teams focused on improvement strategies that align new process efficiencies with desired business objectives for supply chain.Re-engineering of supply chain processes and successful in developing plans and achieving company objectives.Accomplishment:Inventory Management Optimize order cycle and quantity to reduce Manufacturing overhead cost and Selling / General / Administration cost for suppliers. Also, working with production group for forecasting and production schedule to optimize inventory on hand (JIT for some components).PERSECO, Downers Grove, Illinois 2000 - 2002Logistics Project ManagerReported to VP of Logistics and conducted logistics studies (i.e. strategic sourcing), supporting McDonalds Supply Chain group and worked with Integrated Logistics Support group. Managed major application development for distribution centers/supply chain partners to improve data transaction and management.Managed a development of web based application for distribution center for submitting operational and financial data under secure environment.Conducted Ad-Hoc reports for McDonalds division and U.S. supply chain group to support their operations and provide analysis for their decisions.Developed PC based supply chain network design/optimization software for freight movement to support new logistics decision by using Visual C++. Research CPLEX library functions to create own optimization logic.Worked on various projects related to logistics decision such as run-out range analysis for McDonalds restaurants (inventory analysis) and co-packing analysis for various McDonalds promotion (packaging and supply chain analysis).Applied operations research and industrial engineering with in-depth experience in logistics.Recommended new and improved processes to optimize the current process and developed new applications to guide through new and improved processes.Accomplishment:Developed an application to optimize ocean freight to reduce freight cost thru volume allocation by product by supply lane. Annual saving was $3+ MMDeveloped an application for market price analysis for McDonalds purchasing divisions.UNITED AIRLINES, Elk Grove, Illinois 1998 - 2000Senior Analyst - Research and Development ISD (Information Service Division)Responsible for conducting airport operations/processes projects. Updated and evaluated company standards.Worked on cost and benefit analysis projects to increase airport efficiency such as gate utilization and security check in.Identified potential problems and recommend solution to local management (staffing and manpower allocation) and introduced new/improved tools to airport management to increase efficiency.Built series of simulation models to evaluate and justify potential and existing problems by using C/C++ and ARENA.Developed forecasting model tool for finance division to forecast costs of aircraft operation by using Visual C++.Worked on facility sizing project by developing simulation model to mock up the entire process at the cargo warehouse and other airport facilities.Conducted connection time study at major airports by developing a model to evaluate and update connection time to validate company goals/standard. Total cost impact $2~3M per year.Applied industrial engineering knowledge/theoretical concepts to many airport operations such as time study, facility layout, process flow mapping, and process improvement.Led junior analysts and focused on improvement strategies that align with various business objectives.Worked on process re-engineering and successful in implementing changes for various airport operations.Accomplishment :By optimizing connection time strategy, annual saving of $2 to 3 MM was realized, and potential revenue increase was achieved.UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois 1996 - 1998Research and Teaching AssistantWorked on Multi Echelon Distribution System Analysis Software Development (MS thesis) to evaluate different inventory control system and find appropriate safety stock level and taught Operations Research and Facility Design courses.EDUCATIONUniversity of Illinois at Champaign - UrbanaBachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, 1995University of Illinois at Champaign - UrbanaMaster of Science in Industrial Engineering (Operations Research) 1999Thesis: Multi-Echelon Distribution System AnalysisPROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION AND MEMBERSHIPAlpha Pi Mu (Industrial Engineers Honor Society), Vice President - 1995Institute of Industrial EngineersAmerican Society of Quality ControlKorean-American Scientists & Engineers Association |
