Yubo Xie
About Yubo Xie
Yubo Xie is a Sourcing Engineer at Spectrum Brands in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, where he has worked since 2013. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Control Technology and Instrumentation, as well as a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from China University of Geosciences.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Yubo Xie has been employed as a Sourcing Engineer at Spectrum Brands since 2013. Over the past 11 years, he has been based in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. In this role, he manages relationships with raw material suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure that customer requirements are met. He has developed a purchasing system and supplier base specifically for hardware, bathroom, and pet products. Additionally, he leads projects that guide suppliers from customer specifications to the start of production.
Education and Expertise
Yubo Xie holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Control Technology and Instrumentation from China University of Geosciences, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature during the same period. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both technical and language skills, which supports his work in sourcing and supplier management.
Background
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Yubo Xie worked at TCL Multimedia as an engineer for one year in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, from 2004 to 2005. He then transitioned to HGST, a Western Digital company, where he served as a Procurement Specialist for five years, from 2006 to 2011. His experience in these roles has contributed to his expertise in procurement and supply chain management.
Achievements in Sourcing and Procurement
Yubo Xie has implemented data mining techniques to control purchasing costs and enhance supplier performance. He actively attends trade shows to gather information on new technologies and trends, which informs his sourcing strategy development. His ability to manage suppliers and develop systems tailored to specific product categories has been instrumental in his role.