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Wonho Seo

Yeongdeungpo-gu,Seoul

Summary

Strategic sourcing and procurement professional with over 10 years of experience in global supply chain management, contract manufacturing, and supplier development across the defense, aerospace, and industrial sectors. Proven track record in cost reduction (up to 30%), supplier localization, and negotiation of high-value contracts. Fluent in Korean and proficient in English, with extensive experience collaborating with global suppliers and stakeholders in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the U.S.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Hanwha Systems Co.
02.2020 - Current

UAE/KSA MFR Export Program (2022 – Present)

  • Led strategic sourcing for MFR systems, managing subsystem supplier selection, unit pricing negotiations, and contract structuring.
  • Achieved approximately 30% cost savings via design-to-cost initiatives, subsystem integration, and outsourcing.
  • Built long-term supply agreements, ensuring 5 years of stable procurement; developed 4 or more new dual-source suppliers in critical modules.
  • Executed localization strategy in Saudi Arabia through supplier audits, partnership contracts, and technology transfer agreements.

Small SAR Satellite Program (2023 – Present)

  • Led the procurement strategy for small SAR satellite development, achieving approximately 20% cost reduction compared to previous projects.
  • Established a consignment policy for space-grade components, and secured reliable sourcing from global vendors.
  • Built a supplier network of 10+ overseas partners (U.S./Europe); managed NDAs, MOUs, and English contracts to formalize cooperation.

Overseas Sales Manager

GS Global Corp.
Seoul
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Secured USD 11 million in project contracts in the railway and energy sectors.
  • Delivered 6,000 tons of rails (USD 6M) for the Manila MRT-7 Project, managing bids, contracts, logistics, and claims.
  • Supplied 5,000 brass-alloy valves (USD 5M) for the Kuwait GC 32 pipeline project, leading manufacturer sourcing, contract negotiation, and execution.

Education

B.A. in Economics -

Sungkyunkwan University
Seoul
02-2015

Skills

  • Strategic sourcing and procurement: contract manufacturing, supplier qualification
  • Cost reduction and localization: design-to-cost, dual sourcing, outsourcing, localization agreements
  • Negotiation and contract management: high-value contracts, IP rights, risk mitigation
  • Systems and tools: ERP procurement and inventory systems, data-driven supplier performance
  • Team collaboration: collaborated with R&D teams and suppliers to align technical needs with sourcing strategies
  • Languages: Korean (native), English (Full professional proficiency)

Accomplishments

  • Challenge Award, Hanwha Systems (CEO Award) – 2022, honored by the CEO for excellence in strategic sourcing and driving cost savings in defense export programs
  • Best Rookie Award, GS Global (CEO Award) – 2016, recognized as Best Rookie by the CEO for outstanding work performance

Timeline

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Hanwha Systems Co.
02.2020 - Current

Overseas Sales Manager

GS Global Corp.
01.2015 - 01.2020

B.A. in Economics -

Sungkyunkwan University
Wonho Seo