Michael Chan
Sourcing
Kennedy Town
Summary
Experienced with strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management. Uses analytical abilities to identify cost-saving opportunities and streamline procurement processes. Track record of fostering strong supplier relationships and ensuring supply chain efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Merchandiser
Kingfisher Offer & Sourcing
11.2017 - Current
- Products Category: Kitchen, Indoor Furniture
(Kitchen Drawer Box / Pull Out Storage / Seating / Bins / Hinge & Runner / Kitchen Storage) - Manage and deliver projects smoothly and efficient, ensure all CPAs and OTIF target & Quality Requirement are met
- Adequate communication internal and external, identify bottlenecks and provide possible solutions to influence stakeholders
- Maximize category growth & capture cost price reduction opportunities and mitigate any cost price increase risk
- Conduct market research to source and develop new products, the sourcing practice do not limit to China footprint, work closely with Vietnam Office to explore new suppliers, deliver projects together as a team
- Lead and manage SRM (supplier relationship management) & keep monitoring supplier performance
- Leading & monitoring Sourcing 2.0 & Cost Price Reduction initiative
- Consistently challenge suppliers in a positive way to align with Kingfisher strategy
- Initiate 3-year plan & execute sourcing strategy, SWOT, growth ambition and KPI achievement
- Prepare sourcing trips and complete qualitative trip reports with analytical comments
- Be flexible to support ad-hoc activities and project base mind-set when necessary
Merchandiser
Tesco International Sourcing
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Products category: Aug 2016 - Nov 2017 (Nursery), May 2012 – Aug 2016 (Indoor Furniture)
- Implementing an effective supplier strategy that delivers the right product, at the right price and quality in order to meet the Country Buying Team’s requirements and standards
- Reviewing and implementing the agreed Category sourcing strategies and plans
- Implementing the agreed category critical path, effectively managing and escalating any issues as appropriate to ensure products are delivered on time
- Negotiating cost prices and MOQ effectively to ensure the Category delivers on Better, Simpler and Cheaper across all product areas
- Working effectively with the Category technical teams to ensure that products are delivered that meet all safety, quality, ethical and legal requirements
- Supplying the Order Management team with correct information first time to minimize workload
Merchandiser
Wilkinson Asia Ltd
07.2011 - 05.2012
- Products category: Decorative and DIY (Jul 2011 – Aug 2011), Gardening and Seasonal (Sept 2011 – May 2012)
- Finding, evaluating and engaging suppliers of goods and services
- Suppliers search and identifications, suppliers qualification, tendering process, negotiation
- Being project leader and work closely with Quality Assurance and Supply Chain to ensure On Time In Full order delivery
- Work closely with UK new product development team, buyer and vendors for 2012 new product launch
Merchandiser
Kingfisher Sourcing Organisation
07.2006 - 07.2011
- Products category: Storage & Shelving, Kitchen, Wood Flooring
- Finding, evaluating and engaging suppliers of goods and services
- Suppliers search and identifications, suppliers qualification, tendering process, negotiation
- Organise buying trip (trip itinerary, factories visit with buyer, after trip follow up)
- Set target terms on Vendor Buying Agreement (VBA)
- Negotiation on VBA terms, FOB price and MOQ
- Work closely with Quality Assurance, Supply Chain and Corporate Social Responsibility team to ensure On Time In Full order delivery
- Vendor base strategy
- Assist Category Manger on setting budget and forecast
- Work closely with KSO office in Eastern Europe and KSO office in South East Asia for global sourcing, product development and project delivery
- Work closely with vendors
- Apply style and trend on products for proposal
Export Assistant
Manley Toys Ltd
02.2005 - 06.2006
- Reply daily emails and follow up on enquiries from customers and factories
- Arrange brochure, quotation and samples for US customers (Dollar Tree / Dollar General / Radio Shack / Lillian Vernon ...etc)
- Issue Sales Confirmation and Purchase Order
- Arrange lab test, signed sample, customer inspection booking and customer factory audit
Insurance Consultant
ING Life Insurance (Bermuda) Company Ltd
06.2003 - 05.2004
- Introduce new life plan during Road Show
- Recommendation and explanation of suitable life insurance plan to customers
- After sales service on life plan review and claims handling
General Clerk
Immigration Department
06.2001 - 08.2001
- Clerical duties: data entry, filing etc
- Assist Immigration Officer in wedding ceremony arrangement
- Handle face to face customer’s inquiries
Education
BBA - Business Management
Northumbria University (HK Poly U - CPCE)
Hong Kong 04.2001 -
Skills
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Communication and interpersonal skills
Coaching
Strategic sourcing
Negotiation
Additional Information
Languages
Fluent in Cantonese, English, Mandarin
Current Salary
Monthly Salary $33,895 (x13 month + bonus)
Expect Salary
Monthly Salary $39,000 (x13 month + bonus)
Availability
1 month notice
Timeline
Senior Merchandiser
Kingfisher Offer & Sourcing
11.2017 - Current
Merchandiser
Tesco International Sourcing
08.2016 - 11.2017
Merchandiser
Wilkinson Asia Ltd
07.2011 - 05.2012
Merchandiser
Kingfisher Sourcing Organisation
07.2006 - 07.2011
Export Assistant
Manley Toys Ltd
02.2005 - 06.2006
Insurance Consultant
ING Life Insurance (Bermuda) Company Ltd
06.2003 - 05.2004
General Clerk
Immigration Department
06.2001 - 08.2001
BBA - Business Management
Northumbria University (HK Poly U - CPCE)
04.2001 -
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