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Michael Tam

Hong Kong

Summary

Experienced business development and product management professional with over 20 years of expertise in product development, market expansion, and strategic sales across multiple industries, including stainless steel, specialty metals, smart card technology, and energy safety products. Proven track record in driving business growth, developing new applications, and leading market entry strategies across Asia, North America, and India. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Development Manager

Wanzn Energy Safety
04.2024 - Current
  • Spearhead product development initiatives by liaising with international vendors
  • Drive new application development to enhance product offerings
  • Lead marketing and product launch strategies to penetrate new markets

Senior Business Development Executive

Advanced Card Systems Limited
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Led market expansion efforts in North and Central America and India
  • Developed new applications and product marketing strategies to increase market share
  • Successfully launched new smart card reader products, enhancing brand presence

Project Officer

The Hong Kong Productivity Council
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assisted in implementing the Distance Business (D-Biz) Government Funding Program
  • Conducted assessments and evaluations of funding applications
  • Facilitated contract agreements between the government and applicants

Manager

Specialty Materials Company Limited
03.2019 - 08.2020
  • Focused on market development for specialty metals, including high-reflectivity aluminum
  • Expanded distribution channels for stainless steel and high-nickel alloys

Manager

Iwatani International Corp (Hong Kong) Limited
10.2013 - 12.2018
  • Recovered market share and achieved annual sales of HKD 150M
  • Led product diversification efforts to enhance the company’s market position
  • Organized sales campaigns, trade shows, and industry conferences to strengthen brand visibility
  • Developed and executed the budget and marketing plan to optimize revenue

Manager

Integrated Technology Materials Ltd.
05.2012 - 10.2013

Assistant General Manager

Samsung Precision Stainless Steel
09.2010 - 04.2012

General Manager

Trinity Corporation (HK) Ltd.
05.2009 - 05.2010

Operations Manager

Ulbrich Asia Metals Ltd.
09.2006 - 03.2009

Manager

Iwatani International Corp (HK) Ltd.
07.1993 - 08.2006

Education

Master of Arts - Global Business Management

City University of Hong Kong
01.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration & Management (Hons)

University of Wolverhampton, UK / City University of Hong Kong
01.2002

Diploma - Management Studies

Hong Kong Management Association
01.1997

Skills

  • Business Development & Market Expansion
  • Product Development & Launch Strategies
  • Strategic Sales & Marketing
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Government Funding & Project Management
  • Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel, Visual Basic)
  • Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Chinese (Cantonese)
Advanced (C1)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Product Development Manager

Wanzn Energy Safety
04.2024 - Current

Senior Business Development Executive

Advanced Card Systems Limited
02.2022 - 02.2023

Project Officer

The Hong Kong Productivity Council
01.2021 - 12.2021

Manager

Specialty Materials Company Limited
03.2019 - 08.2020

Manager

Iwatani International Corp (Hong Kong) Limited
10.2013 - 12.2018

Manager

Integrated Technology Materials Ltd.
05.2012 - 10.2013

Assistant General Manager

Samsung Precision Stainless Steel
09.2010 - 04.2012

General Manager

Trinity Corporation (HK) Ltd.
05.2009 - 05.2010

Operations Manager

Ulbrich Asia Metals Ltd.
09.2006 - 03.2009

Manager

Iwatani International Corp (HK) Ltd.
07.1993 - 08.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration & Management (Hons)

University of Wolverhampton, UK / City University of Hong Kong

Diploma - Management Studies

Hong Kong Management Association

Master of Arts - Global Business Management

City University of Hong Kong
Michael Tam