Eric Chen

Achievement • Led the introduction of alternative modules for internal/white-brand projects, achieving cost savings by qualifying and sourcing from competitive vendors. • Automated daily routine tasks (price maintenance, PO issuance, and billing) via RPA, saving man-hours per month with a reduction in manual processing time. • Managed royalty declarations for BIOS and HDMI, achieving cost reduction by leveraging tiered pricing structures and consolidating volume. Key responsibilities • Source critical components including CPU, Display, Storage and Battery; lead vendor selection and contract negotiations to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO). • Evaluate suppliers via performance metrics (price, quality, delivery, responsiveness). • Collaborate with engineering and PM team to implement second-source alternatives. • Ensure supply continuity by performing rigorous forecast analysis and implementing proactive shortage mitigation strategies. • Conduct cost analysis and follow up on material roadmaps to ensure price competitiveness. • Engage in rebate plans with suppliers to secure better T&C for the company.