Eddy Nguyen

Procurement & Sourcing Specialist | Export Footwear Manufacturing Accountable for the strategic sourcing and procurement of primary raw materials for high-volume, export-focused footwear production lines for leading global brands. • End-to-End Procurement Management: Orchestrated the complete procurement cycle, from processing purchase requisitions and managing documentation to executing international payments and overseeing logistics. • Global Sourcing & Supplier Relations: Identified, evaluated, and negotiated with a global network of suppliers across China, the EU, and the US to source high-quality animal leather and semi-PU materials, consistently balancing cost, quality, and delivery timelines. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Served as the primary liaison between the purchasing department, operations teams, and Incoming Quality Control (IQC) to swiftly investigate and resolve any discrepancies or quality issues with inbound materials, thereby minimizing production downtime. • Logistics & Problem Resolution: Proactively managed and troubleshooted logistical challenges and unusual material issues upon factory arrival, ensuring the timely availability of inputs to meet stringent customer delivery schedules. Core Competencies / Key Skills • Strategic Sourcing & Global Procurement • Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) • Supply Chain Coordination • Contract Negotiation & Cost Analysis • International Trade & Logistics (FOB) • Quality Control (IQC) Liaison • Cross-Functional Teamwork • Problem-Solving & Issue Resolution