Bo YANG

Experience

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  APL

  Sept 2000 - Apr 2003

  Global Account Specialist

  • Led cross-functional team in shipping documentation process of key global accounts such as Wal-Mart and Canadian Tire• Corresponded with liaison offices & forwarders to reconcile the discrepancy between purchase order & shipment information• Developed innovative automation application that improved work efficiency for entire division

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  Canadian Tire

  Dec 2007 - Feb 2013

  The Operations Planning Center is CTC’s Supply Chain planning hub. The OPC works with our integrated partners - CTC Associate Stores, Suppliers, Forecasting and Replenishment, Execution Teams (DCs, Trans), Third Party Providers and Carriers to plan efficient product flow across our network. Capacity and Production Planning’s vision is to be recognized leaders in the planning of supply chain operations, to facilitate growth, reliability and cost effectiveness.Responsibility:• Provide awareness, context and guidance to internal and external supply chain partners with regards to capacity objectives, requirements and events that span annual, seasonal and weekly time horizons. • Create capacity and production plans, and coordinate their execution with the operational teams to balance the use of supply chain assets with the flow of goods to positively impact service levels and the financial bottom line. • Proactively apply continuous improvement methodologies to internal processes as well as cross functional processes and services to improve supply chain productivity, reduce costs, and foster strong partnerships. • Develop expertise in JDA Transport(MTM), IMS, PAL, IMIO, JDA Demand, PPA, and other OPC Applications Show less The Supply Chain Major Projects division was created to manage significant initiatives that can improve the capacity and throughput of Canadian Tire's Supply Chain, while supporting growth and enhancing the customer's shopping experience.The Supply Chain Major Projects -Processes and Systems (SCMP-P&S) team supports these objectives by following proven Project Management & Change Management methodologies in order to deliver projects respecting time, cost and quality.Responsibilities:• Documenting and process mapping for Canadian Tire’s forecast & replenishment processes in current and future state• Designing, scripting and performing User Acceptance Testing for implementation of JDA 7.7• Providing training & support to business stakeholders in creating and maintaining FE Pages, security settings in JDA 7.7• Supporting IT stakeholders in system and database configuration Show less Position Summary:The International Transportation Business Analyst position is a new and key function within the area. The successful candidate will work closely with a team of highly skilled international transportation professionals. This position will provide business knowledge, supply chain understanding, reporting, analysis and coordination on key Supply Chain objectives.Responsibilities:• Become knowledgeable and gain experience with CTR processes and systems in order to provide effective input for the International Transportation segment of CTR’s global sourcing initiatives• Develop and maintain programs, queries, reports and other data within the International Transportation environment.• Work in conjunction with others to design and develop tools required for cost efficient and timely transportation processes and reporting• Provide understanding of supply chain, marketing and logistics processes in order to further enhance CTR initiatives• Communicate and interact with Direct Ship, Distribution, Transportation, Logistics and other supply chain staff to investigate changes and improvements.• Document and maintain all reports, queries and programs that are created within the scope of this position to support International Transportation, Cross-functional areas and Supply Chain annual objectives Show less Position Summary: The primary purpose of the Offshore Analyst is to provide daily support and analytical assistance to the Offshore team of the International Transportation Department. This individual will work within the Offshore workgroup and act as a liaison between International Transportation, Customs (IT&C), Canadian Tire Corporation’s (CTC) and various internal supply chain departments. In addition this role requires consistent and accurate communication with third party service providers. Responsibilities:• Measure carrier performance for the 3rd party transload facility and the service providers for Asia Pacific and the European tradelane • Plan and execute airfreight shipments globally for Canadian Tire Corporation this includes quotation, carrier selection, sign off and communication to stakeholders • Extract and process vessel listing information from CTC’s third party supplier, modify and distribute it accordingly to all relevant departments and individuals within CTC • Validate prime receiving warehouse location, divert product to appropriate warehouses and populate necessary changes into Century’s Enterprise PCL system • Prepare vessel summary reporting and Cadex header sheets associated with Customs clearance processes • Prioritize in the order of completion the Transload’s work activity associated with incoming vessels, such as intact containers, team drives, direct ship, and IEP events . Show less

  • Supply Chain Planning Analyst, Production Planning

    Mar 2012 - Feb 2013

  • Business Analyst, Supply Chain Major Projects

    Feb 2011 - May 2012

  • Supply Chain Analyst, Tires & Wheels

    Feb 2009 - Feb 2011

  • Business Analyst, International Transportation

    Jun 2008 - Jan 2009

  • Offshore Specialist, International Transportation

    Dec 2007 - Jun 2008
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  Mondelēz International

  Feb 2013 - Jul 2014

  Demand Planner, Confection

  · Develop forecasts of anticipated demand on a monthly basis by product family.· Lead demand reviews at the Demand Consensus Meeting with Sales, Marketing and other colleagues, driving the team to a “One Number” consensus demand plan for the business.· Analyze and communicate performance versus the consensus demand plan.· Review trend and statistical analysis based on historical information and promotional information.· Work closely with Sales and Marketing to develop forecasts of anticipated demand for new product innovation, marketing promotions and strategic initiatives.· Use ACNielsen data to analyze market, competitor and consumer trends.· Input and reconcile Annual Contract forecasts into the detailed business plan.· Manage forecasts within the forecasting tool - Manugistics / JDA 7.5 (including management of statistical models)· Work closely with product supply to identify forecast variances impacting supply.· Perform root cause analysis of Forecast Accuracy/Bias and lead action plans to improve.· Support the Demand Planning team with data extraction, compilation and analysis.· Assist the Demand Planning Manager with analysis for the IBP process as well as ad/hoc projects. Show less

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  Capgemini

  Aug 2014 - Jun 2018

  Responsible for the full system implementation lifecycle from requirements gathering through implementation of ERP and supply chain solutions (JDA Demand & Fulfillment, SAP APO DP & SNP, Integrated Business Planning IBP).Working closely with our clients and demonstrating professional knowledge to ensure that the work productsand deliverables are of the highest caliber to ensure client satisfactionApplying subject matter expertise to identify, develop, and implement techniques to improve engagement productivity, increase efficiencies, mitigate risks, resolve issues, and optimize cost savings and efficiencies for each client Show less

  • Senior Consultant

    Dec 2016 - Jun 2018

  • Supply Chain Consultant

    Aug 2014 - Dec 2016
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  EY

  Jun 2018 - Nov 2019

  Manager, SAP IBP Consultant, IT Advisory
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  PwC Canada

  Dec 2019 - Nov 2023

  Senior Manager, SAP IBP, Advisory