Jose Garcia
About Jose Garcia
Jose Garcia is a Supplier Quality Manager with extensive experience in managing non-conformance materials processes and strong negotiation skills in supplier quality assurance. He has held various engineering and management roles at notable companies such as Nokia, Seagate Technology, and Plexus Corp.
Current Role at Plexus Corp.
Jose Garcia has been serving as the Supplier Quality Manager at Plexus Corp. since 2018. In this role, he focuses on managing supplier quality assurance processes and enhancing supplier performance. His responsibilities include overseeing non-conformance materials (NCM) processes and utilizing quality tools in project management. Garcia's expertise in supplier quality management contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain operations at Plexus Corp. in Neenah, Wisconsin.
Professional Experience in Quality Management
Garcia has extensive experience in supplier quality assurance, having held various positions in the field. He worked at Sanmina as a Supplier Quality Assurance Superintendent from 2005 to 2010, where he led quality assurance initiatives. He then served as a Supplier Development Engineer at Benchmark Electronics, Inc. from 2010 to 2015, where he developed a supplier development strategy and designed metrics for supplier performance. His roles at Seagate Technology included Staff Procurement Engineer and Senior Staff Commodity Manager, where he further honed his skills in supplier quality management.
Educational Background in Engineering
Jose Garcia holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Universidad De Guadalajara, which he completed from 1989 to 1994. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Engineering and Finance from Universidad Del Valle De México, studying from 2010 to 2012. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in engineering and quality management.
Previous Experience at Nokia
Before his extensive career in supplier quality management, Garcia worked at Nokia as an R&D Mechanical Engineer from 1994 to 2000 in Espoo, Southern Finland. This six-year tenure allowed him to gain valuable experience in research and development, contributing to his technical expertise in engineering.
Skills in Negotiation and Supplier Performance
Garcia possesses strong negotiation skills, particularly in the context of supplier quality assurance. His ability to negotiate effectively has been instrumental in leading supplier quality assurance initiatives across various industries, including automotive and contract manufacturing. He utilizes quality tools effectively in project management to enhance supplier performance, demonstrating his commitment to continuous improvement in supplier relationships.