Jun Liu
About Jun Liu
Jun Liu is a Senior Sourcing Manager at Spectrum Brands, where he has worked since 2012 in Shenzhen, China. He has extensive experience in vendor management, new product development, and supply chain operations across various industries.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Jun Liu has been employed at Spectrum Brands as a Senior Sourcing Manager since 2012. Over the course of 12 years in this role, he has developed expertise in vendor relationship management, particularly in low-cost countries across Asia. His responsibilities include overseeing sourcing strategies and optimizing supply chain processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Jun Liu worked at Microsoft as a New Product Introduction (NPI) Manufacturing Project Manager from 2008 to 2009. During this one-year tenure in Shenzhen, he contributed to the management of product development processes and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches.
Background in Global Sourcing
Jun Liu has a solid background in global sourcing, having served as the Global Sourcing and Supplier Quality Engineering Manager at JDSU from 2009 to 2012. His experience in this role involved managing supplier relationships and ensuring quality standards across various commodities, including electronics, mechanics, optics, and lighting.
Education and Expertise
Jun Liu earned his MBA in Business Administration from Lanzhou University, where he studied from 2007 to 2010. His academic background complements his extensive professional experience, particularly in leading New Product Development (NPD) programs in the Asian market. He also acts as a lead auditor, focusing on system, quality, and manufacturing improvements.
Career History Prior to Spectrum Brands
Prior to his current role, Jun Liu held several positions that contributed to his expertise in supply chain management. He worked at IBM as a Supply Chain Program Manager from 2000 to 2008, and at Sanyo as an NPI Engineer from 1998 to 2000. His diverse experience spans over two decades in various sectors, enhancing his capabilities in sourcing and supply chain optimization.