Vernon Luo
About Vernon Luo
Title and Current Position
Vernon Luo is the Manufacturing Operations Manager at Toms in Los Angeles, California, United States. In this role, he oversees various production-related activities, ensuring that all manufacturing processes run smoothly and efficiently.
Professional Background
Before his current role at Toms, Vernon Luo worked at Brief Sporting Goods Company as an Operations Manager from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as a Product Manager at Amer Sports Sourcing from 2012 to 2015. His experience also includes a position as a Tooling Engineer at New Balance China in 2011 and a six-year tenure as a Senior Developer at Apache Footwear from 2005 to 2011.
Education
Vernon Luo holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Sun Yat-Sen University, which he completed between 2013 and 2018. He also has a Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering from Wuhan University of Science and Engineering, obtained from 2001 to 2005.
Manufacturing Operations Expertise
In his role at Toms, Vernon Luo is responsible for overseeing production activities in factories located in Vietnam and Cambodia. He ensures the successful execution of extreme sizes, full sizes, and production trials through effective commercialization. He also collaborates closely with material suppliers to inspect and sign off materials, ensuring they meet all necessary physical and chemical standards.
Collaboration and Planning
Vernon Luo works closely with the planning team at Toms to ensure that production schedules are realistic and that purchase orders are delivered on time. His role involves substantial coordination with the lab to make sure all materials meet TOMS's physical and chemical standards. This collaborative effort helps maintain the quality and reliability of products.