Johnny Ji
About Johnny Ji
Johnny Ji is a Commodity Sourcing Manager at Emerson in Asia with over 10 years of experience in commercial, sourcing, and supply chain fulfillment.
Current Role at Emerson
Johnny Ji is the Commodity Sourcing Manager at Emerson, overseeing sourcing operations in Asia. His role involves optimizing direct material costs for Emerson's compressor products using electric sourcing and E-bidding tools. Additionally, Ji monitors and analyzes raw material price inflation trends, including copper, aluminum, and steel, to approve price adjustment terms. His work ensures efficient and cost-effective procurement processes, contributing significantly to the company's operational success.
Professional Experience
Johnny Ji has extensive professional experience across numerous organizations. He served as a Lead Buyer at Danfoss from 2008 to 2010 in China and as a Buyer/Planner at GE from 2006 to 2008 in Shenyang. Before that, Ji worked as a Purchasing Specialist at Acer in Australia from 2003 to 2006. He began his career at Shenyang Brilliance Automobile Corporation as a Project Leader from 2000 to 2002. This diverse background in various roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of sourcing, purchasing, and planning within multiple industries.
Educational Background
Johnny Ji holds a Master of Economic in International Business from the University of Wollongong, Australia, completed in 2003. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in International Business towards Industry from Shenyang University of Technology, China, completed in 2000. His academic background has provided a solid foundation for his career in commercial sourcing and supply chain management.
Achievements in Sourcing and Cost Savings
Throughout his career, Johnny Ji has achieved notable cost savings and sourcing efficiencies. He realized significant cost savings of USD 47,706 in his first year through initial sourcing development projects for Springs and Pistons, with savings of 69.5% and 50.1% respectively. He also established a new qualified supplier base across China and Asia and achieved local plant savings of 340,000 RMB per year through PV purchasing.
Skills and Expertise
Johnny Ji brings over 10 years of multinational working experience in commercial, sourcing, and supply chain fulfillment. He has over 7 years of experience in the industrial sourcing sector, particularly at Emerson and Danfoss. Ji is proficient in Oracle ERP operations and possesses advanced computer knowledge. His strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and result-driven attitude have enabled him to lead sizable teams and manage comprehensive product cost-saving projects effectively.