Jordan Dekker

-Managed terminal, busbar, and seal buy, developing processes to ensure upfront supplier engineering support and best pricing -Developed and implemented prototype RFQ/sourcing process for development projects , working directly with rapid prototype suppliers. This enabled direct prototype supplier engagement at most competitive cost -Developed new suppliers, enhancing capabilities and responsiveness of supply base while ensuring competitive cost and minimizing risk -Oversaw resolution of supplier open issues, ensuring fair outcomes for both the supply base and Yazaki

-Led category sourcing events for clients, enabling transformation of sourcing strategies and driving cost savings -Engaged with client stakeholders to quickly gain understanding of the relevant industry as well as needs and wants, to drive optimal solutions

-Oversaw sourcing strategy for global latch buy through weekly global sourcing alignment meetings and communication with suppliers, exceeding annual cost reduction targets -Led operations buying and new sourcing in North America for two major vehicle components, latches and strikers, negotiating consistent savings and cost avoidance -Developed and presented latch sourcing strategies to senior leadership, considering implications of emerging latch technology and ensuring optimal use of the company’s tooling, engineering, and capital funds -Established positive commercial relationship with two preferred latch suppliers, including yearly business unit reviews and relationship assessments to strengthen rapport

-Ensured sourcing decision alignment between Ford and Chinese joint venture teams by developing and adapting China sourcing process, coaching cross-functional teams, and driving resolution of open issues - enabling local production of global vehicles -Coordinated with joint venture to determine sourcing feasibility of new vehicle variants through in-depth cross functional and company sourcing workshops -Gained global alignment by building credibility, establishing rapport, and maintaining communications with stakeholders at multiple levels to ensure successful global execution

-Took initiative to develop in-depth understanding of advanced purchasing sourcing system and developed process to adapt system for China’s joint-venture programs -Facilitated prompt completion of sourcing processes for various China and North America programs, enabling on-time and on-budget launch

-Responsible for strategic sourcing and purchasing operations for three major components: interior air ducts, engine compartment side modules, and power steering reservoirs -Implemented automatic raw material cost adjustments for all tier-1 and tier-2 interior air ducts, resulting in improved commercial relationship and decreased workload

-Developed cross-functional process to quantify future vehicle resin usage and select sources, enabling growth of tier-2 resin management (“Co-Managed Buy”) program -Developed and implemented framework to utilize overseas business services center, doubling the speed of pricing updates and simplifying daily tasks -Initiated and completed training of purchasing personnel abroad in Mexico on resin management program processes and procedures, increasing knowledge and usage of programs

Global Immersion course in Beijing, China

Graduated summa cum laude and with "Highest Honors" from the EMU Honors College.