Don Taylor
About Don Taylor
Don Taylor is a Project Manager and Data Specialist for Procurement and Supply Chain Engineering at Zero Motorcycles Inc., where he oversees material acquisition and supports new product introduction processes. He has a background in Industrial Technology from San Jose State University and extensive experience in information systems and technical support roles at Hewlett Packard Enterprise.
Work at Zero Motorcycles
Currently, Don Taylor serves as Project Manager and Data Specialist for Procurement and Supply Chain Engineering at Zero Motorcycles Inc. since 2018. In this role, he oversees the lifecycle of new process introductions, managing the Define, Design, and Development phases in collaboration with internal IT and third-party development teams. He documents costs, drawings, and commit dates within Agile, ensuring effective management of suppliers and parts until they are released to product assembly in the ERP system. His responsibilities also include facilitating content management in Agile and ERP organizational data repositories, specifically for Procurement and Purchasing.
Education and Expertise
Don Taylor holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Technology from San Jose State University. He also earned an Associate’s Degree in Electronics and Computer Science from Cabrillo College. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in procurement and supply chain management. Taylor's skills are further demonstrated through his ability to manage complex data and processes, ensuring accuracy in material acquisition and auditing bills of material data.
Background in Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Before joining Zero Motorcycles, Don Taylor worked at Hewlett Packard Enterprise as an Information Systems Architect IV from 2003 to 2016. During his 13 years in Palo Alto, California, he contributed to various projects that involved overseeing technical systems and ensuring their alignment with business needs. Prior to this role, he worked at Hewlett Packard as a Tech Support/Applications Specialist from 1998 to 2003 in Cupertino, California, where he provided support for applications and technical issues.
Project Management and Data Specialization
In his current role and previous positions, Don Taylor has demonstrated strong project management skills. He oversees D&R and Validation build planning, ensuring timely material acquisition and accuracy in parts inventory through effective revision management. Taylor supports New Product Introduction (NPI) parts fast prototyping and supplier communication, handling bid and acquisition RFQ/RFP/Quotes. His ability to drive Agile discipline ensures that engineering and operation updates are effectively tracked and managed.
Achievements in Procurement and Supply Chain
Don Taylor has made significant contributions to procurement and supply chain processes throughout his career. He develops collaborative process maps for team standards in purchasing and materials support, enhancing operational efficiency. His role involves monitoring timelines and progress from prototype and validation stages through to final production, ensuring that all aspects of the supply chain are aligned with project goals.