1. Sanjay Sood
22 Terrance Dr, Markham, Ont, L6B 0M2
Home: (905) 209-7830, Cell : (416) 358-2928
Email: sanjay_sood75@hotmail.com
Key Skills: Seasoned and experienced Sourcing & Supply Chain leader, with a successfultrack record of
cost reductions, supply chain optimization, LCC sourcing, and global connectivity. Proven people manager
with excellent people skills, relationship management and the ability and desire to grow and develop talent.
Objective: To obtain a senior level position where my expertise and experience within global sourcing and
supply chain management can be drawn upon
Employment History:
Tyco Fire & Security/Johnson Controls
Associate Director, Global Supply Management June 2015 – Present
Tasked with leading the global Commodity Management, Supplier Quality Engineering and & New Product
Development team, managing the end to end supply chain needs of the business
Direct Material Spend ~$1b+, Manage quality for 6 sites globally, and support over 100 R&D development
projects
Delivered over 7% annual cost YoY through consolidating and leveraging opportunities on a global scale
Drive strategy development for all 3 functional responsibilities, resulting in positive benefits for the enterprise
Ability to think outside the box, develop forward looking strategies aligned to the business needs, recognized
for exemplary service and support to the business in both execution and strategy development, a proven leader
with a track record of managing employees, course correcting where required, and developing talent into
future leaders
Global Commodity Manager November 2012 – Present
Responsible for PCBA,PCB,& Communication Devices for all Tyco BU’s with a spend of 150M$+
Responsibilities include managing supply base,strategy development to support new Tyco, Legal/MSA
Key achievements : YoY cost out, strategy development & deployment, overcoming local relationships to
position for growth
Work closely with key stakeholders in the business units to understand their needs, map out current
state, and develop plans for the future
Sr. Purchasing Manager April 2012 – November 2012
Managed procurement & logistics in Toronto
15 direct reports, 11 buyers, 3 freight & trade compliance and 1 shipper
Worked closely with Global Sourcing team to ensure collaboration, definition of roles, supplier management
and savings capture
Provided leadership and guidance to purchasing team to drive standardization, focus on key metrics, and
operational improvements
Harris Corporation
Sr. Commodity Manager,Strategic Electronics June 2011 – April 2012
Responsible for all strategic electronics sourcing for Harris BCD
Managed key suppliers including Altera, Xilinx, ST Micro
Spend valued at over 100m$, realized savings of over 10m$, and avoidance of over 15m$
Worked closely with R&D to ensure price negotiations locked down prior to design completion, allowing the
business to capture up front avoidance of over 35%
Managed costing with EMS providers overseas
2. SMTC Manufacturing
Director, Global Procurement July 2008 – June 2011
Reporting directly to the SVP Supply Chain, responsibilities include:
Responsible for the sourcing and management of over 25,000 active parts, and 200m$ in global annual
purchases
6 Direct reports, consisting of 4 managers & 2 engineers
Lead the development and establishment of IPO office in Hong Kong
Successfully transitioned supply chain from the US to Mexico in support of Metal fabrication business
Lead procurement team that delivered 5% in YoY cost reductions on discretionary spend
Responsible for presenting over 1m$ in AVL expansion options to end customers
Established KPI and QBR process executive management and key partners, creating awareness and driving
continuous improvement through a rigid and measured quarterly process
Sr. Global Procurement Manager April 2005 – July 2008
Responsibility for global sourcing and procurement of semiconductor components, metals & plastics
o Netted annual savings of approximately 4% in 2005 and 4.5% in 2006, and 5.3% in 2007
o Launched a localization plan to support metal fabrication operations in Mexico and reduced TAC
o Leveraged key relationships with supplier partners to capitalize on cost reductions, stock and
bonding programs
o Implemented sourcing strategies tailored to fit contrasting customer programs
Lead on QBR’s, LTA negotiations, payment terms, as well as custom supply chain solutions
o Led Quarterly reviews with key suppliers, driving continuous improvements and best practices.
o Integral part of negotiations of VPA programs, and extended payment terms
o Participated in the negotiation of EDI & bonded inventory programs. Worked with SC team to tailor
programs to meet the needs of various customers.
Reduced memory pricing by 8% & initiated new direct relationships
o Instrumental in opening direct accounts with Samsung Semiconductor & Cypress
o Managed the split of direct vs distribution for new customers
Senior GPM, team lead and new employee mentor
o Team lead on all projects including ISO, new customer quotes, and supplier & customer visits.
o Directed team of 5 GPM’s in terms of prioritization and directives from VP level
o One of 6 managers in Markham to be recognized for above average achievement.
Customer Supply Chain Manager December 2002 – April 2005
Corporate Commodity Manager, Passives, Linear, Logic & Discrete June 2001 – December 2002
Future Electronics Inc
Product Manager and BusinessDevelopment Manager Sept 1998 – June 2001
Extracurricular Activities:
Commerce Rep. on Concordia Student Union Council of Representatives
Volunteer for “ Operation Nez-Rouge “
Coach for Minor league Hockey
Sports:Ice Hockey,Golf, Weight Lifting, Soccer,Football
Other:Chess,Books, Movies
Skills:
1. MS Office (Above average) , Kinaxis, Agile, Lotus Notes,Oracle, BAAN
2. Languages: English (Oral& Written), French (Oral), Hindi (Oral)
Education:
3. 2008 Centennial College,Program Management
1998 Canadian Securities Course
1994-1997 Concordia University,Montreal,Qc.
Bachelor of Commerce,Major Finance
References available upon request