Victoria Lai

Experience

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  DHL

  Jul 2012 - Oct 2012

  Management Trainee

  • Conducted strategic planning for ocean freight department, including potential customer development, last call sales, human resource outsourcing• Facilitated in introduction of new systems and improving processes during transition period• Prepared monthly and quarterly reports of ocean freight department for management and team

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  Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation

  Nov 2012 - Sept 2016

  Purchasing Manager

  -Conducted key contracts and negotiated with customer designated suppliers-Maintained and further developed the Collaboration Manufacturing System used by suppliers to facilitate manufacturing -Implemented LEAN management with high-value product, reducing lead time by 29%-Delegated procurement department as focal point for key customers-Trained more than 60 people on customer requirements of aerostructure and material suppliers and risk management-Coached 3 employees on contract execution skills Show less

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  Lilium

  Jul 2018 - Dec 2024

  -Managed engineering changes to meet program technical and commercial targets-Resolved commercial disputes with contractual knowledge-Fostered key suppliers’ relationship with regular drumbeat meetings and ensured efficient escalation paths-Adjusted and negotiated spending with the finance team to meet company spending targets -Negotiated major contracts with long-term visions, such as aftermarket and change management-Composed category strategies based on the volume, negotiation power, scarcity, and technology -Orchestrated joint development phase between multi-functional team and suppliers-Executed fast iteration with suppliers instead of the traditional RFX processes and accelerated supplier selection -Managed key prototyping suppliers to strengthen relationships and prioritize delivery based on program needs-Developed strategic supplier pools of avionics, composites, and electrical wiring interconnection system-Took on End-to-End responsibilities for electronics systems to enhance service level-Discovered and introduced new products and services through samples and design workshop

  • Senior Category Manager

    Jan 2024 - Dec 2024

  • Category Manager

    Aug 2020 - Dec 2023

  • Commodity Lead Buyer

    Jul 2018 - Jul 2020