Daehwan Kim

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About Daehwan Kim

Results-driven and strategic Procurement & Supply Chain Leader with 10+ years of progressive experience in the food manufacturing and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. Proven expertise in domestic and international sourcing, supplier relationship management, cost optimization, and material & inventory management. Adept at leveraging SAP MM and other ERP systems to streamline operations, enhance procurement processes, and drive significant cost savings. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, negotiating contracts, mitigating risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance (FSMA, GMP). Passionate about building resilient supply chains, fostering supplier partnerships, and delivering innovative sourcing solutions to achieve operational excellence. Experience Delivered $1.5M annual cost reduction through innovative procurement strategies and process optimization initiatives Drove 50% sales growth by managing complex networks of 200+ ingredients and 80+ strategic vendor partnerships Secured $4M in cost avoidance through proactive sourcing strategies, preventing potential production downtime Achieved a $200K reduction in supply chain costs by implementing strategic vendor programs and negotiation frameworks Accelerated product development cycle by 30% through enhanced cross-functional team collaboration Ensured 100% operational continuity during COVID-19 crisis by implementing robust supplier management protocols