KOH SOON PHENG
YAU TONG
Summary
Dynamic Sales Professional with over 30 years of experience in the leather industry, specializing in client relations and market trend analysis, alongside sales expertise for leading manufacturers through Hong Kong and Mainland China.Noteworthy achievements include facilitating successful partnerships and market expansions through strategic client referrals and trend updates. Eager to contribute unique insights and exceptional service to drive growth and innovation in future roles.
Experienced with handling patient inquiries and providing support in healthcare settings. Utilizes strong communication skills and empathy to resolve issues and ensure patient satisfaction. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and procedures, contributing to efficient and effective service delivery.
Overview
3
3
Languages
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
HONG KONG MEDICAL CENTRE SERVICES LIMITED & HKMC (INTERNATIONAL) HOLDING LIMITED
09.2022 - Current
- Responsibilities:
- Facilitated client referrals to specialists for comprehensive consultations and hospital admissions, enhancing patient access to necessary surgical procedures and health examinations.
- Arranged health checks for retired personnel considering relocation to the Greater Bay Area.
- Identified and procured food supplements and medical equipment to support patient care.
- Office administration with accounting work
General Manager
MCKO LIMITED
01.2013 - 09.2022
- Responsibilities:
- Marketed finished leather to shoe, garment, handbag, and small leathergoods factories and leather merchants in Hong Kong and Mainland China, enhancing product visibility and customer engagement
- Conducted regular visits to tanneries in India, Pakistan, and Italy to exchange market information and strengthen supplier relationships
- Attended and exhibited at leather fairs (APLF), gathering insights on current industry trends to inform business strategy
Sales Director, Business Development
PARPIA INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD
01.1996 - 01.2013
- Responsibilities:
- Promoted finished leather to factories and merchants in Hong Kong and Mainland China, driving awareness of product offerings
- Collaborated with designers to present latest fashionable leather types and colours, aligning products with market trends
- Maintain regular visits to tanneries in India, Pakistan, Italy, Tunisia for market information exchange, plus accompanying of clients (merchants/shoe technicians of brands) to tanneries
- Attended and exhibited in leather fairs (ACLE/APLF/LINEAPELLE) to gather insights on industry needs and trends
- Identified new sales opportunities through market analysis, prospecting, and partnership development.
- Directed business development strategy to expand market presence and strengthen key client relationships.
Sales Manager
PARPIA INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD
09.1991 - 01.1996
- Responsibilities:
- Sold finished leather to manufacturers and merchants in Singapore, West Malaysia, Korea, Thailand, Taiwan, driving revenue growth through targeted client engagement
- Conducted regular visits to tanneries in India, Pakistan, Italy to gather market insights and enhance supplier relationships
- Participated in leather fairs (ACLE/APLF) to network with industry leaders and identify emerging trends
- Maintained regular visits to tanneries in India, Pakistan, Italy for market information exchange
Sales Executive
DHARMSEE PARPIA (OVERSEAS) PTE LTD
08.1989 - 12.1990
- Outlined key responsibilities in role.
- Marketed finished leather to factories and leather merchants in Singapore and West Malaysia, enhancing product visibility and driving client engagement
- Oversaw delivery logistics of finished leather
- Managed inventory of finished leather
- Visited tanneries in India and Pakistan to exchange market information, fostering relationships and gaining insights into industry trends
- Attended and exhibited in leather fair (APLF) to remain updated with trends
FULL-TIME NATIONAL SERVICE
SINGAPORE ARMED FORCES
01.1983 - 01.1987
- Oversaw building maintenance operations
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
ARCHITECTURAL TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA - Architectural Drafting
SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC
SINGAPORE01-1985
ARCHITECTURAL DRAUGHTSMANSHIP TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE - Architectural Drafting
SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC
SINGAPORE01-1982
G.C.E. ‘O’ LEVEL - General Studies
VICTORIA SCHOOL
SINGAPORE01-1979
P.S.L.E - General Studies
PEARL'S HILL SCHOOL
SINGAPORE01-1975
Skills
Operations management
Supply chain management
International trading
Leadership and team building
Effective leader
Problem resolution
Efficient multi-tasker
Team player
Bilingual communication
Timeline
General Manager
HONG KONG MEDICAL CENTRE SERVICES LIMITED & HKMC (INTERNATIONAL) HOLDING LIMITED
09.2022 - Current
General Manager
MCKO LIMITED
01.2013 - 09.2022
Sales Director, Business Development
PARPIA INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD
01.1996 - 01.2013
Sales Manager
PARPIA INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD
09.1991 - 01.1996
Sales Executive
DHARMSEE PARPIA (OVERSEAS) PTE LTD
08.1989 - 12.1990
FULL-TIME NATIONAL SERVICE
SINGAPORE ARMED FORCES
01.1983 - 01.1987
ARCHITECTURAL TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA - Architectural Drafting
SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC
ARCHITECTURAL DRAUGHTSMANSHIP TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE - Architectural Drafting
SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC
G.C.E. ‘O’ LEVEL - General Studies
VICTORIA SCHOOL
P.S.L.E - General Studies
PEARL'S HILL SCHOOL