Andy Tan
Purchasing Manager
Summary
Experienced purchasing professional with top-notch leadership, program management and planning abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with organized nature and advanced problem-solving strengths. Improves policies, reduces waste and supports business needs with efficient, high-quality materials.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Purchasing Manager
AKD International Limited
Shatin, Hong Kong
02.2020 - Current
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Evaluated supplier performance through regular audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with quality standards and contractual terms.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
Ocean Import Coordinator
Consol Alliance Pty Ltd
Keilor Park, Melbourne, Australia
10.2017 - 11.2019
- Coordinated with international agents, consolidation services, unpacking depots, and forwarding partners to streamline operations.
- Spearheaded the implementation of a centralized database for all import information, enhancing visibility across the organization utilizing CargoWise One and PAVE systems.
- Liaised with customs brokers to expedite clearance processes, minimizing delays at ports of entry.
- Delivered accurate Weekly Work-In-Progress (WIP) and Accruals reports to maintain financial oversight.
- Played a pivotal role in refining and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for optimal staff performance.
- Provided training for junior team members on best practices in import coordination, contributing to overall departmental efficiency.
Senior Import Ocean Operations
UPS Australia Pty Ltd
Tullarmarine, Melbourne, Australia
07.2015 - 10.2017
- Managed FCL/LCL import shipments, ensuring compliance with customs/DAWR via Expedient
- Coordinated with international offices to secure shipping documents, ensuring compliance with customs and Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWR) regulations.
- Facilitated payments via COMPAY/EFT, secured release of delivery orders and managed invoices
- Coordinated sea cargo reports, customs clearance via ICS, and timely dehire of FCL containers
- Executed final invoicing with accuracy, maintained cost files, and aligned with quotations or tariff rates.
- Managed cost job files in sync with accounting procedures, accurately coding vendor invoices and processing credits/adjustments swiftly.
- Consistently met or exceeded key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics, and quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Aerospace Engineering
RMIT University
Melbourne, Australia12.2014
No Degree - Diploma in Electronics
Temasek Polytechnic
Singapore05.2008
Skills
Vendor Relationship Management
Bid process management
Inventory Coordination
Operations Management
Document Preparation
Team Leadership
Organizational Skills
Decision-Making
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent Communication
Exercising and travelling
I keep myself fit by going to the gym at least 3 times a week. I love to travel and explore new places as you get to meet different people and culture.
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
AKD International Limited
02.2020 - Current
Ocean Import Coordinator
Consol Alliance Pty Ltd
10.2017 - 11.2019
Senior Import Ocean Operations
UPS Australia Pty Ltd
07.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Aerospace Engineering
RMIT University
No Degree - Diploma in Electronics
Temasek Polytechnic