Cindy Jin
Managing Director China | Manufacturing Operations & Supply Chain Improvement
More than 20 years of experience in factory management and supply chain operations
More than 20 years of experience in factory management and supply chain operations, specialising in Lean manufacturing, operational improvement and supplier performance.
Cindy Jin is the China Managing Director and lead consultant at Manufacturing Transformation Group (MTG). She has more than 20 years of experience in general management and supply chain operations, working with international manufacturers to improve factory performance, management systems and supply chain efficiency.
Her expertise includes Lean manufacturing, supply chain reorganisation, process optimisation, organisational redesign and performance management. Cindy has worked in both factory management and consulting, giving her direct experience implementing operational improvements on the factory floor and at management level.
Example Manufacturing Projects & Results:
Over RMB 10 million in annual savings
As factory General Manager, Cindy improved management systems, introduced Lean production methods and implemented automation, including robotic welding and automated packing. The changes reduced management headcount by 30% and generated more than RMB 10 million in annual savings.
More than 25 manufacturing locations evaluated
Cindy led a one-year manufacturing site selection project for Air Liquide, assessing more than 25 potential locations against a range of operational criteria. Air Liquide selected the location MTG recommended.
Over $2 million in supply chain savings
Cindy led a supply chain improvement project for a Shanghai-based client, achieving more than $2 million in savings within 12 months.
30% reduction in supplier lead times
For Li & Fung in Shanghai, Cindy led a supplier performance improvement project that reduced lead times by 30% within six months.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain Experience:
Cindy's experience includes general factory management, interim factory management for a specialised automotive manufacturer, and leading supply chain restructuring and improvement programmes.
She has designed and delivered supply chain engagements for Toyota, Dayco and other international manufacturers. She also led Green Belt training and certification programmes for Michelin China at its Shanghai and Shenyang plants over a two-year period.
Her principal areas of expertise include:
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Factory management and operational improvement
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Lean manufacturing and process optimisation
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Supply chain restructuring and supplier development
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Organisational redesign and management systems
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Performance measurement, KPI development and workforce training
Industry Contributions & Recognition
Renaud is the author of QualityInspection.org, where he has published extensively on manufacturing quality, supplier management and production challenges in China.
He also hosts the China Manufacturing Decoded podcast, covering product development, manufacturing operations and supply chain management.
His expertise has been quoted in publications including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Reuters and The New York Times.
Education
North China Institute of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Polymer Material