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Ganeswaran Karpusmy

Ganeswaran Karpusmy

Ipoh

Summary

Dependable and devoted candidate with over 4 years of professional experience working in both the public and private sectors. Diplomatic, personable, and adept at managing sensitive situations. Highly organized, self-motivated, and proficient with computers. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Aquaculture Sales and Marketing (Graduate Program)

GK Aqua Sdn. Bhd.
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
  • Identify and engage potential clients, including distributors, retailers, and aquaculture operations.
  • Stay abreast of developments in aquaculture technology, industry regulations, and market trends.
  • Provide technical support to clients, addressing inquiries and offering solutions that align with their needs.
  • Prepare regular reports on sales performance, market trends, and competitor activities.
  • Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.

Special Officer to Minister

Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions on matters related to governance, public policy and regulations among agencies.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines and protocol to promote development and betterment of the nation.
  • Kept up to date with news on daily basis to stay informed about local, regional, national and international updates on governance, public policies, rules and regulations that is being implied or carried out by different government.
  • Researched regulations and other information issued by regulatory agencies and organizations to provide data analysis update current status growth in sectors such as of science, technology and innovation.
  • Lead and assisted on preparations of meetings, events and due diligence of documentation pertaining to matters that is applicable to the Minister and organization.
  • Assisted with a team of officers in preparation of talking points and debate statements for Minister to use at Lower House of Malaysian Parliament.
  • Analyzed policy to review selected operations, programs and practices using data-driven approach to identify areas of concern and devise improvements.
  • Drafted articles, letters, reports and technical documents on policy and public affairs and other related issues for perusal of the Minister and the organization.

Research Officer in Ministers Office

Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions on preparations of documentations for the Minister.
  • Assisted in setting up and use of War Room to find solutions for food security crisis faced by the nation at that time.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to maintain image of the Minister and organization at all times.
  • Kept up with news and analytical data on daily basis to stay informed about local, regional, national and international updates on various matters related to Science, Technology and Innovation.
  • Researched regulations and other information issued by regulatory agencies and organizations tobe used by the Minister for speech and debates at Lower House of Malaysian Parliament.

Perdana Fellows

Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Studied objectives, promotional policies or needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies influencing public opinion or promoting ideas.
  • Offered strategic recommendations for updates to institutional programs and policies, factoring in current political climate and trends.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with industry lobbyists, elected officials, regulators and government staff to advocate effectively for legislative and regulatory policy goals.
  • Identified trends in Science, Technology and Innovation policies and economics to assist Minister in Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation and higher officials in the organizations with key decision making.
  • Analyzed policy to review selected operations, programs and practices using data-driven approach to identify areas of concern and devise improvements.

Sales Promoter

Samsonite (M) Sdn. Bhd.
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Prepared opening and closing reports on daily basis and managing stock check on monthly basis.
  • Communicated clearly and displayed positive energy and professional outward appearance to foster welcoming environment to customer at all times.
  • Learned about competitors' products to gain better product knowledge to provide best services to consumers at all times.
  • Provided product samples, coupons and informational brochures to persuade people to buy products.
  • Demonstrated and closed sales deals of luxury luggage to over 15 customers on average every week.
  • Worked within retail environments to boost product awareness, meeting and exceeding established sales goals.

Sales and Marketing Intern

Irama Canggih Sdn Bhd
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Developed, marketed and sold full range of products and support services.
  • Completed orders by quoting prices and terms of sales and organized product deliveries to meet customer timetables.
  • Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate purchase requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads and generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
  • Set up appointments for sales executives to meet with and install products at customer sites.

Sales Assistant (Part-time)

Parkson
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Handle customer service encounters and stock replenishing duties and manage customer questions and complaints about products, services, and store personnel
  • Work with floor managers and department supervisors to provide satisfactory shopping experience to every customer.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing also post-sale services.
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.

Education

Bachelor of Science - (Hons) in Biotechnology

Quest International University
Ipoh-Perak
05.2020

Foundation in Science - Life Sciences

Ramsay Sime Darby Healthcare College, Malaysia
Shah Alam, Selangor
07.2015

High School - Science Stream

Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Rapat Setia
Ipoh, Perak
12.2013

Skills

  • SPSS Software
  • Arlequin 35 Software
  • Mega6 Software
  • Media Preparation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Research
  • Statistical Data Analysis
  • Operational Excellence
  • Site Visits
  • Meeting and Event Managements
  • Officer training

Accomplishments

  • Perdana Fellowship 2021- With Dato Sri Dr. Adham bin Baba Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation
  • Vice-President for NGO Persatuan Kebajikan Masyarakat Adhavan, Perak (6th Consecutive Year)
  • Candidate for Ahli Parlimen Belia Malaysia 2019
  • Student Welfare Exco in Student Representative Council 2017-2019
  • Awarded Best Pitch, Best Creative Idea and Overall Winner for Social Youth Venture Exchange Programme (International)
  • Emcee for Akshaya IV -Social Event
  • Head of Student and Prefect in 2012-2013


Languages

English, Malay, Tamil
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Malay
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Advanced
C1

Additional Information

References:

1. Mohd Zaid Bin Mohd Idrus

013-3104355

Special Duty Officer I to Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation -YB Dato Sri Dr. Adham bin Baba


2. Dr. Shatesh Kumar a/l Sangar

011-26606561

Special Officer to Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation -YB Dato Sri Dr. Adham bin Baba

Timeline

Aquaculture Sales and Marketing (Graduate Program)

GK Aqua Sdn. Bhd.
04.2023 - 09.2023

Special Officer to Minister

Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
06.2022 - 12.2022

Research Officer in Ministers Office

Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
01.2022 - 05.2022

Perdana Fellows

Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
10.2021 - 12.2021

Sales and Marketing Intern

Irama Canggih Sdn Bhd
10.2019 - 03.2020

Sales Promoter

Samsonite (M) Sdn. Bhd.
01.2019 - 01.2021

Sales Assistant (Part-time)

Parkson
01.2015 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science - (Hons) in Biotechnology

Quest International University

Foundation in Science - Life Sciences

Ramsay Sime Darby Healthcare College, Malaysia

High School - Science Stream

Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Rapat Setia
Ganeswaran Karpusmy