Jivesh K.

Director of Excess Inventory Management – Asia @ Sourceability

About

Director of Asset Recovery & Excess Inventory Management with over 6 years of experience in the global semiconductor distribution industry. Currently leading excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory programs for OEM and EMS customers across Asia, including China and India, working closely with OEM and EMS to convert surplus stock into recovered revenue. Specialized in strategic negotiations, supplier management, and cross-border business development between Europe and Asia. Fluent in Mandarin with deep cultural and commercial understanding of Asian markets. Proven track record in building dedicated E&O processes, managing key customer relationships, and executing high-value inventory recovery projects. Key strengths: • Asset Recovery & E&O Management • OEM & EMS Account Management (Jabil, Plexus, Celestica-type clients) • Strategic Negotiation • Asia Market Development (China & India) • Semiconductor & Electronics Distribution

Country

Germany

City

Frankfurt

Industry

Semiconductors

Skill

Asset Recovery (Semiconductor Inventory), Excess & Obsolete Inventory (E&O) Management, Semiconductor Distribution, Strategic Negotiation, OEM & EMS Account Management, Asia Market Development, Supply Chain Management, Contract Negotiation, Business Development, Mandarin Chinese (Professional Fluency)

Experience

Director of Excess Inventory Management – Asia

Chip 1 Exchange

2024-10 - Present · 2 yrs

Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany

Established and lead a dedicated Excess & Obsolete (E&O) Inventory Management department with standardized global operating procedures Manage asset recovery programs for OEM and EMS customers across Asia, including China and India Negotiate high-value inventory purchase agreements and long-term supplier partnerships Improve recovery efficiency and turnaround time for surplus semiconductor and electronic components Act as primary commercial interface between European headquarters and Asian customers and partners

Excess Manager

Chip 1 Exchange

2019-5 - Present · 7 yrs 5 mos

Neu Isenburg

Led asset recovery and excess inventory programs for OEM and EMS customers across Asia, including China and India Developed strategic sourcing and resale channels for surplus semiconductor components Built and maintained long-term customer relationships with Tier-1 EMS and OEM partners Conducted contract negotiations and pricing strategies for obsolete and slow-moving stock Supported global sales teams with market intelligence and recovery strategies