Ryan Hu

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DISC Type : ci

Senior Buyer at Relativity Space

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States

Overview

Ryan Hu is a Senior Buyer at Relativity Space, managing indirect procurement for critical infrastructure and engine testing operations at NASA Stennis Space Center. A graduate of California State University, Fullerton, his career includes leading a team of nine buyers at SpaceX and experience with B2B procurement automation.

Based on his professional background and interests in tech leaders like Microsoft and Intel, Ryan likely follows technology sector trends. His education and career have been centered in Southern California, suggesting strong local ties and a probable interest in the regions sports teams.

At SpaceX, he was responsible for reviewing and triaging over 200 procurement requests per day across a wide range of commodities.

Personality Overview

Curious

Example Seeker

Assertive

They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.  They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals. They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.

Topics They Care About

Aerospace Procurement
Manages procurement for infrastructure and engine testing at Relativity Space, previously held multiple purchasing roles at SpaceX, including leading a fulfillment purchasing team.
Supply Chain Automation
Served as Procurement Lead for Datum Source, a venture-backed B2B SaaS platform that automates the procurement process of precision CNC machined parts.
Team Leadership
Led and mentored a team of nine buyers while at SpaceX, demonstrating experience in managing and guiding procurement professionals in a high-volume environment.

Media Appearances

Ryan has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2023
Senior Buyer at Relativity Space
5-2022 - 8-2023
Procurement Lead at Datum Source
7-2020 - 2-2022
Lead, Fulfillment Purchasing at SpaceX
2-2019 - 7-2020
Fulfillment Buyer at SpaceX
6-2017 - 2-2019
Purchasing Coordinator at SpaceX

Education

2013 - 2015
Bachelor of Arts - BA from California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Arts (A.A.) from Fullerton College

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Insights For Selling To Ryan

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.
  • Ask them questions to understand their needs better while staying affable
  • Build rapport, it will come handy to handle hard questions later

DONT's

  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ryan is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ryan

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ryan move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Ryan take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Ryan

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