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Lian Yan, CPSM

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Senior Manager, Category Management at AGC Biologics
📍 Seattle, Washington, United States

Lian Yan is a Senior Manager of Category Management at AGC Biologics, with over a decade of experience in supply chain, contract negotiation, and cost-saving strategies. Holding a CPSM certification and a Masters from Columbia Business School, she specializes in optimizing global vendor relationships and enhancing operational efficiency across continents.

Described by peers as organized, motivated, and bright-minded, Lian is committed to professional growth and continuous learning. Fluent in English and Chinese, she has a background in education, having participated in a summer teaching program in China. She values industry collaboration and connecting with brilliant minds at professional conferences.

Unique fact: Lian was the recipient of the "Best teaching participant" award for her involvement in the CCE Program in China.

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Current Role
Senior Manager, Category Management
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Supply Chain Excellence
Holds a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) and actively pursues further certifications, showing a deep commitment to mastering her field.
Strategic Sourcing
A core focus of her career, she recently shared pride in her team's momentum in strategic sourcing and has extensive experience in the area.
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Career

Work history

3-2023
Senior Manager, Category Management
AGC Biologics
3-2023 - 9-2024
Manager, Category Management
AGC Biologics
5-2022 - 3-2023
Senior Analyst, Strategic Sourcing (Continued role following KAR's divestiture)
ADESA US Auction, LLC
10-2021 - 5-2022
Senior Analyst Enterprise Optimization
KAR Auction Services, Inc
9-2017 - 3-2023
Enterprise Optimization Analyst
KAR Auction Services, Inc
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Education
Master's degree
Columbia Business School
Bachelor's degree
UCLA
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