Darrin Ansari currently serves as the Supply Chain Director at Nomad, where he leverages over 21 years of extensive experience in global supply chain management, procurement, and OEM/ODM supplier relations. His expertise encompasses the entire hardware New Product Introduction (NPI) process, from manufacturing and supplier...
Darrin Ansari currently serves as the Supply Chain Director at Nomad, where he leverages over 21 years of extensive experience in global supply chain management, procurement, and OEM/ODM supplier relations. His expertise encompasses the entire hardware New Product Introduction (NPI) process, from manufacturing and supplier evaluations to logistics and inventory management. Darrin's entrepreneurial mindset and ownership approach enable him to make data-driven decisions that foster continuous improvement across all facets of the supply chain.
In his current role, Darrin has successfully established a new Tier 1 supplier base, demonstrating his adeptness in contract negotiation and stakeholder engagement. He has led comprehensive cost and contract term negotiations, ensuring alignment between internal teams and external partners. His analytical skills shine through in his in-depth assessments of internal factory quotation assumptions, including critical metrics such as First Pass Yield and processing costs. This meticulous approach has resulted in an impressive 32% average reduction in costs, underscoring his commitment to operational excellence.
Darrin's proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles and design thinking further enhances his ability to drive product development and manufacturing processes. His experience with injection molding and rapid prototyping allows him to innovate effectively while maintaining quality control. As an effective communicator and collaborator, Darrin excels in cross-functional team environments, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned and engaged in achieving strategic objectives. His leadership not only enhances supply chain efficiency but also positions Nomad as a competitive player in the ever-evolving hardware landscape.
