John Meyer
Product Development & Strategic Sourcing
Product Development & Sourcing Manager at Eurow & O'Reilly Corporation
Background
Santa Clarita-based professional with a versatile background spanning product development, strategic sourcing, and sales management. Built on a foundation of a strong work ethic and a dedicated 'no-quit' attitude, I offer a unique perspective that bridges technical procurement with team leadership and client relationship management. I am currently open to new opportunities within the Santa Clarita Valley where I can leverage my expertise in supply chain and business development to help a local company scale and succeed.
Job experience
- January 2016 - August 2025Product Development & Sourcing Manager
Eurow & O'Reilly CorporationSimi Valley, CA, USA• Led end-to-end sourcing and product development for retail packaged goods (automotive accessories, domestic textiles) and bulk commercial products (auto detailing & janitorial).
• Strategically managed and optimized the performance of a global network of 100+ manufacturing partners across China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Mexico, and South Korea, directing end-to-end sourcing (RFXs, bid analysis, contract negotiations) to maximize partnership value, quality, pricing, and long-term reliability.
• Managed cross-functional initiatives with finance, marketing, sales, and quality assurance teams to execute supplier agreements, secure favorable terms, and maintain compliance with GMP and intellectual property standards.
• Drove category expansion by evaluating suppliers, conducting spend analysis, and identifying sourcing alternatives, improving margins and 7% YoY sales growth.
• Worked with stakeholders to translate customer feedback into actionable sourcing requirements, ensuring alignment between business needs and supplier capabilities.
• Conducted marketplace and vendor research through international trade shows (Canton Fair, Automechanika, Heimtextil, SEMA/AAPEX, IHA) to stay ahead of sourcing trends and vendor competition.• •Achieved a 15% increase in load efficiency by analyzing supply chain processes and implementing optimized logistics and merchandising strategies.
- January 2004 - December 2015National Sales Manager
Eurow & O'Reilly CorporationSimi Valley, CA, USA• Created and managed a customer database of over 400 accounts through online research and tradeshow outreach, driving $15M+ in annual sales.
• Cultivated a $10M revenue stream from a call-in lead by engaging with the customer to understand needs; developed and successfully increased their product offering to over 15 items.
• Established Eurow as a category leader in microfiber textiles across automotive detailing, commercial cleaning, and the dairy industry.
• Managed pricing strategies and competitive bids, consistently closing profitable deals and ensuring favorable cost structures.
• Oversaw supplier relationships and collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline logistics, enhance margins, and expand product offerings.
Education
- Thousand Oaks High School
Graduated1986 - 1989
