Rai Lin

Manager of Procurement @ AUO

About

17+ years of experience in the high-tech industry. Proven expertise in procurement, sourcing, and logistics, with strong achievements in supplier management, cost reduction, digital transformation, and risk mitigation. Skilled in cross-functional leadership, strategic data analysis, and driving operational resilience.

Country

Taiwan

City

Taichung City

Industry

Consumer Goods

Skill

Supply Chain Management, Strategic Data Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Development, Bid Processes, Logistics Management, Team Building

Experience

Manager of Procurement

AUO

2022-3 - Present · 4 yrs 7 mos

Taichung & Hsinchu, Taiwan

◆ Lead a team of 9, managing panel materials with monthly procurement value of USD$130M. ◆ Built and managed relationships with 50+ global suppliers and internal stakeholders. ◆ Directed development of 10+ digital SCM systems (VSTO, Tableau). ◆ Reduced idle material losses by USD$7M through shelf-life extension and EC optimization. ◆ Contributed to BCP and supply chain risk management system frameworks.

Procurement Planner (Group Leader)

AUO

2017-9 - 2022-3 · 4 yrs 7 mos

◆ Developed strategic procurement plans through market and data analysis. ◆ Implemented risk management and mitigation strategies. ◆ Executed emergency ECs to avoid supply chain disruptions.

Procurement Buyer

AUO

2012-9 - 2017-9 · 5 yrs 1 mo

◆ Ensured timely procurement of critical materials. ◆ Controlled inventory and idle stock; conducted cost and quality reviews. ◆ Improved procurement system efficiency by 30%, reducing labor cost by USD$35,000/year.

Logistics Sourcer

AUO

2010-4 - 2012-9 · 2 yrs 6 mos

◆ Researched, qualified, and negotiated with logistics suppliers (RFQ). ◆ Introduced sea-rail routes (Xiamen → Sichuan), saving USD$0.2M/year and cutting CO₂ emissions by 80%.