Susan MITCHELLSenior Consultant | SGP
Areas of Expertise
- Global Procurement Strategy
- Cost Optimization & Supplier Negotiation
- Logistics & Planning
- Strategic Sourcing Governance
- SCM Performance Monitoring
Education
- MBA, Duke University – Fuqua School of Business
- BS, Supply Chain Management, Penn State University
With 18+ years of experience in global procurement operations, Susan specializes in designing and executing cost-reduction initiatives and supplier partnerships. She has led international sourcing programs with a focus on value creation, supply reliability, and long-term partnership development.
“Strategic sourcing is not just about cost—it’s about value, reliability, and long-term partnerships.”
Susan served as a Senior Procurement Manager at a leading U.S. electric vehicle company, where she oversaw global supplier contract negotiations. She also held a key position at Bosch Automotive, driving cost optimization initiatives and supplier development projects across Southeast Asia, with hands-on experience in GMP/FDA compliance and outsourcing practices in markets such as Turkey and Vietnam.
publications
Green Manufacturing: China’s New Footprint Compliance Wave
As China enforces stricter environmental reporting, manufacturers face a new era of digital compliance and carbon transparency.
03/13/2018
Germany’s Automotive Supply Chains and the Localization Dilemma
An analysis of how German OEMs navigate the tension between localization demands and global sourcing risks in today’s geopolitical landscape.
10/19/2018
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Eddso played a critical role in optimizing our supplier value streams for key components, including touchscreens from Xiamen and starter batteries from Xiangyang. Their expertise in supplier audits and process improvements has strengthened quality control, enhanced production stability, and delivered measurable cost savings.
