Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Amy Poon

Purchasing Manager

Summary

I am an accomplished Manager with 17+ years of experience managing and improving procurement operations. Successfully forging strong vendor contracts, sourcing quality products and reducing costs. In the field of buying, warehousing, supply chain and sourcing of food, non-food categories, in-flight meal services, F&B catering, and household appliances and "As seen on TV" products.


I have worked with branded buying companies based on in both Hong Kong and China.


Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Purchasing Manager

Sino Rank Ltd subsidiary of Fulum Group
Tsuen Wan, HK
12.2022 - Current
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
  • Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
  • Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.

Procurement Manager

Sutherland Gastronomy
Siu San Wan, HK
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
  • Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
  • Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
  • Analyzed supplier contracts to confirm compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.

Purchasing Manager

South Stream Seafoods Ltd (B2B)
Yuen Long
12.2018 - 08.2021
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
  • Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
  • Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
  • Scrutinized purchasing data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.

Purchasing Manager

TanSH Global Food Group Co Ltd (Previous name as Xian Nan Guo Holdings Ltd listed #3666
Causeway Bay, HK
01.2016 - 12.2018
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
  • Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
  • Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
  • Tracked contract performance metrics and reported issues or non-compliance with appropriate stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to create timely and accurate purchase orders.

Head of Sourcing & Marketing

Join Me Group Supply Management Co. Ltd
Wan Chai, HK
01.2015 - 09.2016
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Head Sourcing & Supply Chain Manager

Watermark Asia Ltd (Journey Group Plc stock JNY:LSE)
Tai Kok Tsui, HK
01.2012 - 08.2014
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Senior Market Representative

Target Sourcing Services (NYSE: TGT)
TST, HK and Shenzhen
08.2005 - 01.2011
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

Project Manager

Impact Products Ltd
TST, HK
08.2001 - 12.2005

US-owned, HK - based, sourcing, trading and supply chain management company for DRTV (As seen on TV industry). The company specializes in unique and dynamic products in housewares, kitchenware, cookware and personal categories. customer base includes Walmart, Target, Walgreens, QVC, HSN


  • Responsible for establishing and staffing the HK office
  • Primary coordinator between the US head office and HK sourcing office
  • Responsible for the all product souring, factory negotiation and quality control.
  • Efforts lead to growth of the company by more than 200%

Education

BBA - International Business And Marketing

Salisbury University
Toronto
05.1994 - 10.1997

Advance Diploma in Office Administration - Electronic Publishing

Homesglen College of TAFE
Melbourne, Australia
02.1991 - 11.1993

Skills

    Bid coordination

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Accomplishments

  • Reduced excess inventory by 2.5-2.8 million through improved purchasing and distribution procedures.
  • Saved company $0.5M per year by creating improved vendor sourcing and negotiations procedures.
  • Product Awarded from H.K aviation industry

Timeline

Purchasing Manager

Sino Rank Ltd subsidiary of Fulum Group
12.2022 - Current

Procurement Manager

Sutherland Gastronomy
01.2022 - 11.2022

Purchasing Manager

South Stream Seafoods Ltd (B2B)
12.2018 - 08.2021

Purchasing Manager

TanSH Global Food Group Co Ltd (Previous name as Xian Nan Guo Holdings Ltd listed #3666
01.2016 - 12.2018

Head of Sourcing & Marketing

Join Me Group Supply Management Co. Ltd
01.2015 - 09.2016

Head Sourcing & Supply Chain Manager

Watermark Asia Ltd (Journey Group Plc stock JNY:LSE)
01.2012 - 08.2014

Senior Market Representative

Target Sourcing Services (NYSE: TGT)
08.2005 - 01.2011

Project Manager

Impact Products Ltd
08.2001 - 12.2005

BBA - International Business And Marketing

Salisbury University
05.1994 - 10.1997

Advance Diploma in Office Administration - Electronic Publishing

Homesglen College of TAFE
02.1991 - 11.1993
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