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Tim Erickson

@timerickson

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Global Supply Manager with expertise in cost reduction and supplier negotiation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, values collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a dedicated Global Supply Manager with a proven track record in optimizing supply chain operations and driving significant cost savings. At Tesla, I successfully managed over $150M in new spend across various programs, collaborating with more than 400 engineers to enhance product quality and efficiency. My strategic approach to supplier negotiations has resulted in $20M in savings and a remarkable 8-35% reduction in costs through effective pricing agreements.

Prior to my role at Tesla, I honed my skills as a Purchasing Manager at Whitewater Kitchen and Bath, where I managed a substantial portion of the company's spend and achieved a 30-65% decrease in costs through meticulous supplier selection and contract negotiations. My experience extends to market research and product development during my fellowship at Crocker Innovation Fellows, where I led a team in creating a new outdoor camera product.

With a strong educational background in Global Supply Chain and Operations Management from Brigham Young University, I am passionate about leveraging my skills to drive innovation and efficiency in supply chain processes. I thrive in dynamic environments and am committed to fostering strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Global Supply Manager, CapEx

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Tesla, Inc.

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Converted to a full-time Global Supply Manager after a 4-month co-op extension, managing over $150M in new spend across 50+ programs. Achieved 8-35% cost reduction through strategic CapEx pricing agreements and supported the launch of 4 vehicle programs.

Supply Chain Management Negotiation Logistics Contract Management PO Analysis Tariff Strategy

Purchasing Manager

Whitewater Kitchen and Bath

Jul 2021 - Present (3 years 11 months)

Promoted to manager within 3 months, overseeing 95% of spend across 450+ lines and 50+ suppliers. Procured $1.2 million in scarce resources for strategic reserve amidst supply chain disruptions.

Purchasing Contract Negotiation Supply Chain Management On Time Delivery

Purchasing Agent

Whitewater Kitchen and Bath

May 2021 - Present (4 years 1 month)

Managed warehousing purchases for the manufacturing division. Achieved a 100% reduction in stockouts through effective inventory management, optimization, and forecasting.

Inventory Management Forecasting Warehousing Purchasing Stockout Prevention

Fellow

Crocker Innovation Fellows

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Developed a new outdoor camera product as part of a 6-person interdisciplinary team. Conducted market research, managed sourcing, and scaled production while testing over 55 prototypes.

Market Research Sourcing Product Development Prototyping Innovation Internet of Things

Project Manager

Ballard Center for Social Impact

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)

Served as a liaison between the university and 7 corporate partners. Ensured 100% on-time completion across 16 projects involving 6 teams of 4-6 students.

Project Management Stakeholder Management Team Coordination On Time Delivery Social Impact University Relations

Mentor

Williamsburg Adventures

Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)

Negotiated vendor deals that reduced per-student costs by up to 70%. Scaled the region to become the largest and most profitable division, running outdoor programs for over 130 students.

Program Management Leadership Outdoor Recreation

Volunteer Representative

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 5 months)

Managed over $700k in travel and housing spend for 200+ volunteers. Successfully negotiated 15+ contracts with Argentine landlords amidst complex economic and political situations.

Budget Management Contract Negotiation Public Relations

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Brigham Young University – Marriott School of Business

Bachelor of Science, Global Supply Chain and Operations Management

Grade: 3.81

Activities and societies: Ballard Scholar for Social Innovation

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Global Supply Chain and Operations Management. Awarded a 75% tuition scholarship for academic achievement and recognized as a Ballard Scholar for Social Innovation, focusing on innovation-related coursework and practical experience.

Brigham Young University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, though the degree was not completed. Studied various aspects of mechanical engineering during this period.