Summary
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Work History
Education
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Professionalcourses
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References
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Gerry Chang

Gerry Chang

Group Business Development Manager
Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Skilled Business Development leader offering 19 years of experience in leading operations and enhancing revenue. Bringing expertise in client acquisition and contract negotiation, along with excellent interpersonal communication, relationship-building and team leadership abilities. Results-driven and proactive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding sales and revenue objectives.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Business Development Manager

GOS Group
05.2024 - Current
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
  • Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
  • Represented company and promoted products at conferences and industry events.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully execute complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.

Head of Seller Management, Recruitment & InTrade

PGMall Malaysia Sdn Bhd
7 2023 - 10.2023
  • Team - Manage team of 26 peoples from 3 different channels.
  • Campaigns – Planning of platform campaigns, seller packages and investments
  • Platform – Identify gaps and search relevance effectiveness in platform against competition and provide solutions and plans.
  • Category Growth - Responsible for the Assortment/Traffic/GMV/MS investment for all categories in platform
  • Finance – Manage marketing investments for all categories.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients'' unique needs, resulting in improved satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Boosted sales revenue by implementing effective sales strategies and building strong customer relationships.

Senior Category Manager - Category Lead (LazMall Marketplace)

ECART SERVICES SDN BHD - LAZADA MALAYSIA
09.2019 - 04.2023
  • Category expert / Project Manager (LazMall & Marketplace)
  • Bridging the Digital Transformation Gap of Malaysia Electronics Channel Partners and Brands.
  • Acquisition - Identify and Share the Ecommerce business to potential Brands/ Partners
  • Onboarding - Guide sellers on platform tools that can assist to kickstart their venture
  • Category Growth - Responsible for the Assortment/Traffic/GMV/MS investment for PC , Laptops and IT Peripherals
  • Team - Manage and coach a team of 4 account managers to equip them with the right skill set and market knowledge to bring the best promotion and offers to the Malaysian consumer.

Head of Sales

INNOVIX DISTRIBUTION SDN BHD (A member of the Jardine Matheson Group)
06.2017 - 08.2019
  • Managed the Central Klang Valley Sales Team (8 pax)
  • Covering more than 150 sellers across Klang Valley.
  • Streamlined sales processes, resulting in enhanced efficiency and increased productivity.
  • Developed strong client relationships for improved customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Managed key accounts effectively, ensuring ongoing satisfaction while identifying upsell opportunities to drive additional revenue growth.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities for business expansion and growth.

Business Manager, Product Marketing

INNOVIX DISTRIBUTION SDN BHD (A member of the Jardine Matheson Group)
09.2009 - 6 2017

Promoted from Product Manager Sept 2012


  • Managed and trained the Product Management team of 6 Product Managers
  • Developed initial sales roadmaps and market strategies to promote successful product launches.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them grow professionally and contribute more effectively to the team''s goals.
  • Researched industry and marketplace trends to enhance sales techniques and meet customer needs.
  • Created, managed, and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.

Product Manager

THUNDER MATCH TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD
04.2005 - 09.2009
  • Managing Key Brands as Product Manager (4P)
  • Thrived in fast-paced, highly-adept team to develop and prioritize product features and build product roadmap.
  • Coordinated project planning and execution with team members and team leads.
  • Managed product demonstrations and testimonials for performance evaluation.

Education

COMPUTER SYSTEM ENGINEERING (CSE) -

Informatics College
12.2000 -

COMPUTER SYSTEM SUPPORT (CSS) - undefined

Informatics College
12.1999 - undefined

Skills

E commerce / Multichannel / Omnichannel

Sociallinks - Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerryckw/

Professionalcourses

  • Quantum Sales Champion by Lawrence Walter Seminars
  • MASTERCLASS - PRACTICAL MANAGERIAL LEADERSHIP STYLES by SMI Asia Australia
  • The Buzan Technique by NUCLEI TRAINING
  • PEAKS - Developing Leaders for Business Success by Morphos International Pte Ltd
  • Ecomm101 by Lazada
  • Value Based Selling by Lazada
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving by LinkedIn

Languages

English - Read / Write / Spoken (Native)
Malay - Read / Write / Spoken (Native)
Mandarin & Cantonese - Spoken

References

Professional Reference provided upon request due to the respect of personal data privacy.

Accomplishments

  • 150% YOY Category GMV Growth for 2 years back-to-back.
  • Introduction of online exclusive SKUs for brands to distribute more stocks online.
  • First platform to launch HP Virtual Interactive Showroom in SEA (Pandemic Initiative)
  • Fastest Laptop Sales in Malaysia under 5 mins (750units worth RM1.9Mil)
  • Created Top of Mind Always on Education Page for Microsoft, AMD, and Intel.
  • Rectify and mitigate pirated software SKUs together with Microsoft.

Timeline

Group Business Development Manager

GOS Group
05.2024 - Current

Senior Category Manager - Category Lead (LazMall Marketplace)

ECART SERVICES SDN BHD - LAZADA MALAYSIA
09.2019 - 04.2023

Head of Sales

INNOVIX DISTRIBUTION SDN BHD (A member of the Jardine Matheson Group)
06.2017 - 08.2019

Business Manager, Product Marketing

INNOVIX DISTRIBUTION SDN BHD (A member of the Jardine Matheson Group)
09.2009 - 6 2017

Product Manager

THUNDER MATCH TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD
04.2005 - 09.2009

COMPUTER SYSTEM ENGINEERING (CSE) -

Informatics College
12.2000 -

COMPUTER SYSTEM SUPPORT (CSS) - undefined

Informatics College
12.1999 - undefined

Head of Seller Management, Recruitment & InTrade

PGMall Malaysia Sdn Bhd
7 2023 - 10.2023
Gerry ChangGroup Business Development Manager