BENJAMIN STEYN

Experience

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  Sargent Electrical/International supply chain company

  Dec 2019 - Jun 2022

  Business Owner-Sourcing/Supply chain

  •Supplied Both BMW and Ford factories.•10-50 daily Vendor management correspondence RFI, RFQ KPI, contract negotiations, price negotiations • Implemented and executed initiatives that supported aggressive improvements in supplier quality, total cost effectiveness, enhanced service levels, improved coordination, delivery, pricing, lead-times, payment, risk compliance and other areas.• Accounts management, Engineering department support, Data sheet collaboration, Cross functional teaming • Executed RFls and RFPs, document bid events through correspondence to suppliers, conduct supplier negotiations and ongoing contract management.Conducted comprehensive supplier analysis and formulated strategic sourcing plans that identified new/suitable suppliers, optimized cost models and proactively ensured continuity of supply based on upcoming new product introduction campaigns requirements. • Led procurement projects and vendor negotiations, securing favorable contract terms and sourcing components from trusted domestic & international suppliers. • Established and maintained relationships with diverse supplier network, ensuring timely delivery, quality assurance, and compliance with contractual obligations. . • Cultivated and expanded customer base, emphasizing strong customer relationships and consistently ensuring high satisfaction levels. Show less

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  Tesla

  Jun 2022 - Nov 2022

  Production-Quality Control/Training

  • Collaborated with the training team to ensure high-quality production and timely delivery. Model Y • Quality control, manufacturing, Cross functional teams. • Developed a plan to improve production yield by 2% by reducing false raised stopper rejects.• Managed instrumentation and calibration program to ensure compliance. • Quality Improvements: Reduced rejection rate by 40k units per year by correcting the rejection formula used by operations. • Managing inventory and adjusting min/max to accommodate lead time and usage.• Maintaining documentation and training for maintenance. Show less

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  Sargent International -supply chain company

  Nov 2022 - Dec 2023

  Company Owner-Sourcing/Supply chain

  • Led procurement projects and vendor negotiations, securing favorable contract terms and sourcing components from trusted domestic & international suppliers. • Established and maintained relationships with diverse supplier network, ensuring timely delivery, quality assurance, and compliance with contractual obligations. • Facilitated contract negotiations with suppliers, secured essential permits, and fostered client relationships as Head of Operations; collaborated on cross functional projects, enhancing overall departmental efficiency. • Analyze current spend and evaluate current suppliers. Consolidate spend across supply base to create leverage, analyze purchasing trends and develop sourcing alternatives Show less

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  Tesla

  Dec 2023 - now

  Parts Advisor III/Purchasing/Inventory -Supply Chain Department

  • Orchestrated end-to-end supply chain operations, overseeing the shipment of over 500,000 automotive parts annually across international borders, resulting in a 15% reduction in lead times and a 20% increase in operational efficiency.• Utilized data analytics to monitor key supply chain metrics, achieving a 98% on-time delivery rate, a 20% improvement in inventory turnover, and a 15% reduction in transportation costs over two years.• Spearheaded initiatives to optimize packaging and transportation methods, resulting in a 30% reduction in carbon emissions and aligning with corporate sustainability goals.• Escalate parts issues from internal or external suppliers in collaboration with Regional Parts Manager, acting as a point of contact to vendors and giving constructive feedback that will contribute to future improvements. • Expanded supplier network by 40% through identification and qualification of 10 unique suppliers· Source parts from distribution centers and other service center locations and allocate them to vehicle service appointments· Monitor inventory within the parts system, communicate parts updates and availability with relevant team members· Review upcoming appointments and ensure they are properly prepared and documented in our system · Prepare internal orders for shipment to other service center locations· Process and return warranty part shipments for quality assurance including handling hazardous materials and high-voltage batteries· Systematically receive, inspect, and put away stock and special-order parts · Consistently manage the inventory stock level by performing daily perpetual parts counts, and reporting discrepancies· Proactively maintain automated inventory replenishment lists· Escalate parts issues from internal or external suppliers in collaboration with Regional Parts Manager, acting as a point of contact to vendors and giving constructive feedback that will contribute to future improvements Show less