Mechell Fan
About Mechell Fan
Mechell Fan is the Sourcing Manager, China at Emerson in St. Louis, Missouri, with over 16 years of experience in multinational corporations and expertise in supply chain management.
Title and Current Role
Mechell Fan serves as the Sourcing Manager, China, at Emerson, located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. In this capacity, Fan is responsible for managing global sourcing activities, collaborating with top management at various sites in America and Europe, as well as overseeing direct and indirect sourcing activities related to mechanical parts, electrical and electronic components, as well as capital and operational expenditures.
Education and Expertise
Mechell Fan graduated from Shanghai Jiao Tong University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. Fan attended the university from 1994 to 1998, gaining a strong foundation in engineering principles. Fan's educational background is bolstered by over 16 years of experience in multinational corporations and over a decade of experience in supply chain management, lean production, and Six Sigma methodologies.
Professional Background
Before taking on the role at Emerson, Mechell Fan worked as a Global Category Manager. Fan's career spans more than 16 years, with significant positions in both headquarters and local plants at organizations like Emerson and Geberit. With more than 10 years of experience managing operations functions, including purchasing and sales, Fan has developed a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management and leadership within multinational environments.
Certified Professional Purchasing Manager
Mechell Fan holds a Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM) certification, indicative of their advanced skills in procurement and supply chain management. This certification complements Fan’s extensive experience in managing supplier performance, improving on-time delivery, quality, and cost reduction through various programs and initiatives.
Multinational and Cross-Cultural Management
Fluent in English and a native speaker of Mandarin, Mechell Fan excels in communication and cooperation across different cultures and time zones. Fan's role involves dynamic analysis of customer demand and inventory, participation in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, and involvement in building Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) projects. This cross-cultural competence is crucial for effective global sourcing and supply chain management.