Dina Lander

An experienced and highly skilled professional of global supply chain, sourcing and procurement with more than 18 years of experience analyzing sourcing opportunities and driving strategic, multi-million dollar vendor negotiations to achieve business goals, I am confident that I will significantly contribute to the objectives of any team.

My career accomplishments demonstrate expertise in needs analysis, vendor relationship
management, contract negotiation, cost reduction, and team leadership to facilitate improved
financial performance and organizational success. With key experience in both domestic and
international (Asia / Mexico) procurement, my additional skills in effective communication,
problem solving, and staff direction allow me to excel in driving successful procurement
executions and ensuring achievement of corporate objectives.

Consider the following highlights of my qualifications:
 

• Leading all facets of procurement responsibilities, including RFP and bid process management,
contract administration, multi-million dollar budget oversight, and project life cycle
management.
 

• Generating $1M+ in added revenue by accurately analyzing company needs and introducing strategic procurement plans as a Global Purchasing / Supply Chain Manager.
 

• Polished, developed and implemented new systems and processes to enhance efficiency and
productivity, such as a procurement system that boosted inventory turnover while cutting
carrying costs, and a forecasting system to reduce overall delivery time.
 

• Championed, cultivated and established global relationships (Asia / Mexico) with suppliers,
facilitating negotiations and price leveraging while maintaining optimal supplier customer
service.
 

• Language fluency level in 6 different languages and knowledge of global cultures, working
operations and landscapes.
 

• Demonstrating proficiency in various technical programs including Six Sigma, Lean, Agile,
Oracle, SAP, SQL, ERP systems, among others.

Having a proven record of championing strategic global sourcing, procurement and supply
chain management, along with my demonstrated analytical expertise and effective team
leadership skills.

As an experienced and highly skilled professional of supply chain, sourcing and procurement with more than 18 years of experience analyzing sourcing opportunities and driving
strategic, multi-million dollar vendor negotiations to achieve business goals and objectives.

My career accomplishments demonstrate expertise in needs analysis, vendor relationship
management, contract negotiation, cost reduction, and team leadership to facilitate improved
financial performance and organizational success. With key experience in both domestic and
international (Asia / Mexico) procurement, my additional skills in effective communication,
problem solving, and staff direction allow me to excel in driving successful procurement
executions and ensuring achievement of corporate objectives.

UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO  San Diego CA  2003 - 2004

MBA - International Supply Chain Management

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO  Ontario Canada  1997 - 2000

BA - International Relations (Honors)

BA - East Asian Studies

BEIJING LANGUAGE AND CULTURE UNIVERSITY  Beijing China  1994 - 1996

AA - Mandarin Language - Chinese History and Culture