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Edrick Wee

Supply Chain And Logistics Professional
Singapore

Summary

To use my skills in the best possible way for achieving the company's goals. At the same time imparting my knowledge and experience to fellow colleagues for the betterment and advancement of the company.

Logistics and supply chain veteran with close to 2 decades of experience in the industry. Expertise in ISO Tank Container market especially with the know-how and in-depth knowledge of the shipping and logistics markets. With good knowledge of chemicals and its applications, manufacturing process and technical aspects of the business and industry. Well-versed in people management and budget control with a strong sales / marketing / business development background. Effectively develops and implements process controls and quality initiatives that reduce costs and increases company revenue. Highly motivated and results-driven. Team player and natural leader with excellent communication skills. Operations background with supplier / vendor handling and negotiations. Big regional exposure covering APAC, and Oceania especially. Experienced in wide range of business needs, including strategic planning, promotional activities and human resources. Accustomed to stepping into different roles every day to enable business operations to evolve and meet changing demands. Forward-thinking with deep understanding of market conditions and regional preferences. Decisive and hardworking leader skilled in making proactive, insightful updates to policies and procedures. Prepared to leverage years of progressive logistics and shipping experience to positively impact business operations.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Regional Commercial Director

Den Hartogh Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
06.2022 - 11.2023
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Part of the global leadership team, directing commercial strategy and direction.
  • Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Spearheaded successful product launches that resulted in increased brand visibility and customer acquisition.
  • Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
  • Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
  • Assisted with sales and marketing strategies to foster achievement of revenue goals.
  • Drove business expansion by identifying new markets, conducting research, and developing targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
  • Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Part of the M&A functional team, leading commercial integration, training
  • Identified and approached M&A targets and invloved in initial negotiations

Commercial Manager (SEA / Oceania)

Den Hartogh Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
04.2019 - 05.2022
  • Sales and marketing of services for company's ISO Tank Containers
  • Planning and implementing strategies for growth in the Asia Pacific region
  • Preparation of quotes and costings for new business and inquiries
  • Research and preparation of reports on markets and competitors
  • Oversaw hiring and training of new staff
  • Regional travel to meet customers, vendors and to attend trade shows
  • Identifying and reporting of new emerging markets and opportunities
  • Responsible for business development, growth and budgeting, meeting established financial and economical targets
  • Hunted, managed, and closed large accounts while maintaining and up-selling existing customer base
  • Managed all phases of the sales cycle from prospecting / qualification to closure
  • Managing of the Sales Team and Pricing Team
  • Analyzing business through data and software
  • Key user in SEA for company CRM
  • Project lead for business development in SEA.
  • Negotiated contracts and product prices by collaborating with vendors and developers.
  • Built relationships with clients to establish new contracts.

Regional Manager / Executive Director

Muto Global Pte Ltd / MBT Global (M) Sdn Bhd
10.2010 - 05.2017
  • Sales and marketing of services for company's ISO Tank Containers
  • Planning and implementing strategies for growth in the Asia Pacific region
  • Preparation of quotes and costings for new business and inquiries
  • Negotiations with shipping lines for global ocean freight
  • Negotiations with hauliers for global haulage rates
  • Sales visits to customer premises
  • Vendor assessment and auditing i.e
  • Cleaning depots, shipping lines, hauliers, etc
  • Research and preparation of reports on markets and competitors
  • Debtors report preparation and pursuance
  • P&L report preparation
  • Operations planning and fleet control / management
  • Reduced and implementation of operating budget
  • Oversaw hiring and training of new staff
  • Regional travel to meet customers, vendors and to attend trade shows
  • Identifying and reporting of new emerging markets and opportunities
  • Freight Forwarding and sales and operations for FCL / LCL, Air Freight, local distribution, trucking, empty positioning / repositioning
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills, as well as presentation skills
  • Responsible for business development, growth and budgeting, meeting established financial and economical targets
  • Hunted, managed, and closed large accounts while maintaining and up-selling existing customer base
  • Managed all phases of the sales cycle from prospecting / qualification to closure.

Commercial Executive

Bulkhaul (Singapore) Pte Ltd
06.2007 - 09.2010
  • Sales and marketing of services for company's ISO Tank Containers
  • Planning and implementing strategies for growth in the Asia Pacific region
  • Preparation of quotes and costings for new business and inquiries
  • Sales visits to customer premises
  • Research on various markets
  • Preparation of market and competitor reports
  • Debtors report preparation and pursuance
  • Coordinated quarterly business review alongside senior management
  • Communicated all emergencies, delays due to weather and carrier schedules changes to customers and supervisors
  • Established long-term relationships through prompt and courteous service
  • Liaising with overseas agents and partners
  • Responsible for reviewing and organizing commercial contracts.

Sales & Customer Service Executive

SGS Testing & Control Services Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2006 - 06.2007
  • Sales and marketing of testing and certification services
  • Preparation of quotations, test results and certificates
  • Research and knowledge upkeep of procedures and international standards
  • Liaising with overseas affiliates
  • Answering customer inquiries through telephone
  • Assessing needs of customers, accordingly suggesting products and services.

Education

NITEC in Office Skills -

Institute of Technical Education West (Clementi)
05.2001 - 05.2002

GCE 'O' Levels -

Fairfield Methodist Secondary School
Singapore
01.1997 - 05.2001

Skills

English

Sales and marketing strategies

Business development and planning

Sales Planning

Staff Training and Development

Goals and performance

Strategic Planning

New Business Development

Strategic development

Mandarin

Malay

Leadership skills

Emailaddress

edwee@hotmail.com

Phonenumber

+65 9777-0639

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 06/14/83
  • Nationality: Singapore

Timeline

Regional Commercial Director

Den Hartogh Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
06.2022 - 11.2023

Commercial Manager (SEA / Oceania)

Den Hartogh Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
04.2019 - 05.2022

Regional Manager / Executive Director

Muto Global Pte Ltd / MBT Global (M) Sdn Bhd
10.2010 - 05.2017

Commercial Executive

Bulkhaul (Singapore) Pte Ltd
06.2007 - 09.2010

Sales & Customer Service Executive

SGS Testing & Control Services Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2006 - 06.2007

NITEC in Office Skills -

Institute of Technical Education West (Clementi)
05.2001 - 05.2002

GCE 'O' Levels -

Fairfield Methodist Secondary School
01.1997 - 05.2001
Edrick WeeSupply Chain And Logistics Professional