Kevin Leong
About Kevin Leong
Kevin Leong is the Director of Supply Chain at Serve Robotics, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in supply chain management, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Corsair, Spin, and Apple.
Work at Serve Robotics
Kevin Leong has been serving as the Director of Supply Chain at Serve Robotics since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing supply chain operations in Redwood City, California. His leadership has been instrumental in managing procurement processes and optimizing supply chain logistics for the company.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Prior to his current position, Kevin held several significant roles in supply chain management. He worked at Corsair as the Director of Procurement from 2019 to 2021, and at Spin (Ford Mobility) as the Director of Hardware Supply Chain for six months in 2021. Additionally, he served as the Director of Supply Chain Operations at Origin in 2018 and as a Global Supply Manager at Apple from 2013 to 2015.
Educational Background
Kevin Leong has a robust educational background in business and science. He earned an MBA from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business from 2010 to 2012. He also holds an MSc in Biotechnology from San Jose State University (2004-2006) and a BSc in Biochemistry and Chemistry from The University of British Columbia (2000-2003). Additionally, he completed the BioExec Institute program at the University of California, Berkeley's Haas School of Business in 2010.
Achievements in Supply Chain Optimization
Kevin has successfully negotiated terms with Tier 1 suppliers to expedite the build of a new robot fleet, significantly reducing the timeline from over 12 months to just 6 months. He implemented a supply chain strategy that resulted in over 50% year-over-year cost reduction by aligning supplier relationships with the product roadmap. His efforts contributed to the successful prototyping, mass production, and maintenance of the robot fleet.
Role in IPO and Cross-Functional Leadership
Kevin played a key role in the company's IPO on Nasdaq in April 2024 by efficiently managing supply chain operations. He led a cross-functional team to optimize supply and total costs, demonstrating his capability in handling complex supply chain logistics and contributing to the overall success of the organization.