ANCA SABIE
Timisoara,Romania
Summary
A committed manager with exceptional leadership, organizational skills, and communication abilities leads high-performing cross-functional teams within a global environment. Leads projects, company operations, and business growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global Account Manager
Arrow Electronics
Timisoara, Romania
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Enforced service standards to maintain company's reputation for excellence
- Created seasonal sales plans with varying stock and promotional strategies
- Monitored competitor activities, responding creatively to maintain relevancy and competitive edge
- Negotiated buying conditions and sales contracts to secure lucrative deals
- Oversaw a team of 14 people assigned per customer location
- Monitored competitor activity, staying ahead in the industry.
Global Commodity Manager
Aptiv
Bucharest, Romania
11.2019 - 04.2023
- Developed and executed global commodity strategies to streamline supply chain operations and reduce procurement costs, consistently exceeding annual cost-savings targets for three consecutive years.
- Analyzed commodity market trends and customer needs to proactively shape sourcing strategies and ensure continuity of supply.
- Led complex supplier negotiations to meet productivity and financial objectives, improving supplier performance and value delivery.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering, design, and procurement teams to manage and optimize the Preferred Suppliers List by category.
- Directed cross-functional improvement projects (e.g., Lean 2.0 Business Process Improvement), enhancing operational efficiency and vendor performance.
- Monitored and drove KPIs across logistics and supplier networks, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with business goals.
- Managed and developed a team of 3, fostering high performance and professional growth.
Global Commodity Manager / Electronics
HONEYWELL
Bucharest, Romania
09.2016 - 10.2019
- Led global sourcing initiatives across four business units to support the rapid launch and scaling of new business lines while ensuring seamless operations for existing ones.
- Developed and executed sourcing strategies focused on total cost of ownership, balancing cost-efficiency with risk management to ensure a resilient, high-performing supply chain.
- Partnered closely with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to deliver value-added solutions and meet both internal and external customer expectations.
- Streamlined procurement processes to boost operational efficiency and align sourcing practices with evolving business needs.
- Worked cross-functionally to ensure strategic alignment across departments, enabling cohesive execution of growth and operational plans.
- Supported annual budgeting processes by providing detailed and accurate sourcing forecasts to inform financial planning and business decision-making.
Global Sourcing Business Partner
ERICSSON/ Redbee Media
Bucharest, Romania
12.2015 - 09.2016
- Influenced category strategy development through early involvement in sales and third-party provider (3PP) management, ensuring higher value-for-money and enabling efficient scaling ("do more with less").
- Designed and led the sourcing strategy for the Broadcasting & Media Services portfolio across the EU and Middle East, aligning procurement with regional business goals and customer demands.
- Applied best practices in cost-versus-lifecycle analysis and quality-focused maintenance planning to deliver predictable costs and long-term value.
- Contributed to a 10% year-over-year increase in market share by aligning supplier solutions with commercial and operational objectives.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with commercial, technical, and sourcing teams to ensure cohesive execution of strategy and continuous optimization.
Global Commodity Manager - Interconnect
FLEX
Timisoara
10.2010 - 12.2015
- Lead the activities of the category team in bench marking and customizing best practice category strategies, processes, templates, and systems
- Lead the implementation of the agreed strategy and monitor execution & adoption, manage the organization's cross business unit spend, lead sourcing teams/projects in order to attain the lowest average cost consistent with quality and delivery requirements in order to meet customer needs
- Leadership in category management, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management and savings initiative implementation across the global organization
- Early involvement with sales department in order to enlarge current portfolio and gain new customers presenting best sourcing practices; Previously, performed various strategic sourcing roles and covered the commodity management of electronic and mechanical parts: Site Mechanical Commodity Team Manager, Sourcing / Localization Coordinator
- Managed a team of 6 people
Purchasing Manager
Joris Ide
Timisoara, Romania
01.2008 - 10.2010
- Managed key supplier relationships and developed strong partnerships to ensure high-quality, cost-effective sourcing solutions in alignment with organizational goals.
- Oversaw the shipping and receiving departments, ensuring efficient logistics and compliance with all incoming material certifications.
- Maintained a robust supplier base, focusing on quality, pricing, and delivery specifications to meet company requirements.
- Collaborated with internal teams and suppliers to successfully implement contracts, negotiate pricing, and drive cost reductions, optimizing overall supplier performance.
- Led and developed a team of 2 buyers (both direct and indirect reports), ensuring team effectiveness and professional growth while optimizing procurement processes.
Business Consultant/ Trainer
Corporate Dynamics
Bucharest and Timisoara, Romania
08.2005 - 12.2007
- Reviewed content and training practices to ensure effective delivery, creating pre-work and assessments to enhance learning outcomes.
- Delivered and organized learning programs on key topics such as Communication and Presentation Skills, Time Management, Team Building, Leadership, Change Management, and Negotiation Skills, fostering employee development and skill growth.
- Designed and coordinated the creation of a Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for a 4-5 star hotel chain in Bucharest, ensuring consistency and operational excellence across all locations.
- Created and facilitated a career guidance training program, "Build Your Future", for disadvantaged teenagers in Romania, providing career counseling and life skills to help them make informed career decisions.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Master of Business Administration
ROCA Executive MBA @ BBSASE
Bucharest, Bucuresti 10.2021 - 10.2023
Bachelor - Law (Commercial & Administrative Law)
West University of Timisoara
Timisoara, Romania 09.1996 - 07.2000
High School Diploma - Languages
A.T. Laurian National College
Botosani, Romania 09.1992 - 07.1996
Skills
- Supply chain management
- Cross-functional stakeholder management
- Business forecasting
- Sector market research
- Pricing strategies
- Risk management competence
- Global market acumen
- Global team coordination
Personal Information
Nationality: Romanian
Driving Licence: B
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Languages
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Romanian
Native
Interests
- Technology
- Market Trends
- New Materials and technologies
- Education
- Sports
- Arts
Certification
- Customer Relations Management
- Managing Training Projects_Certificate
Timeline
Global Account Manager
Arrow Electronics
04.2023 - 07.2024
Master of Business Administration - Master of Business Administration
ROCA Executive MBA @ BBSASE
10.2021 - 10.2023
Global Commodity Manager
Aptiv
11.2019 - 04.2023
Global Commodity Manager / Electronics
HONEYWELL
09.2016 - 10.2019
Global Sourcing Business Partner
ERICSSON/ Redbee Media
12.2015 - 09.2016
Global Commodity Manager - Interconnect
FLEX
10.2010 - 12.2015
Purchasing Manager
Joris Ide
01.2008 - 10.2010
Business Consultant/ Trainer
Corporate Dynamics
08.2005 - 12.2007
Bachelor - Law (Commercial & Administrative Law)
West University of Timisoara
09.1996 - 07.2000
High School Diploma - Languages
A.T. Laurian National College
09.1992 - 07.1996
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