Tom Mc Laughlin
About Tom Mc Laughlin
Tom Mc Laughlin is a Senior Supplier Development Engineer at Quest Global, with extensive experience in supply chain strategies, commodity management, and procurement, particularly within the aerospace industry.
Title and Position
Tom Mc Laughlin is currently serving as the Senior Supplier Development Engineer at Quest Global, focusing his efforts in the Chicago and Milwaukee areas. In this role, he develops supply chain strategies and manages commodity workflows, enhancing supplier deliverables across various product phases.
Work Experience at Quest Global
Tom Mc Laughlin is presently employed at Quest Global, where he applies his extensive experience in supply chain strategies and commodity management. His role involves improving supplier performance and managing development projects to maintain standards in electronic components and electronics manufacturing.
Past Roles and Work Experience
Tom Mc Laughlin has a broad range of experience in supply chain and procurement roles. His career includes positions such as Supply Planning Analyst at Stryker, Global Procurement & Supply at [un-specified], and Lead Procurement Project Specialist at Honeywell Aerospace USA. He has also worked as a Supplier Recovery Site Consultant at Global Partner Solutions Inc and Procurement Training Consultant at ProSigma Partners. His earlier roles encompass positions at Motorola Mobile Devices and Nokia Siemens Networks, where he managed supplier readiness, materials programs, and procurement projects.
Educational Background
Tom Mc Laughlin holds an MBA in Management from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, obtained between 1991 and 1995. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, majoring in Management and minoring in Marketing, from the University of Dayton during the same period. These academic credentials have provided him with a strong foundation in business and management principles.
Expertise and Skills
Tom Mc Laughlin has cultivated a diverse skill set throughout his career. He is proficient in using Oracle and SAP for procurement and supply chain management. His capabilities extend to contract negotiations, strategic planning, production planning, and materials management. He has considerable experience in lead-time reduction, supplier deliverables management, and continuous improvement initiatives. His specialization includes strategic partnerships within the aerospace industry, particularly in global sourcing and developing commodity strategies.