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Low Zhi Weng

Low Zhi Weng

Sungai Buloh

Summary

Sales professional with solid background in managing high-performing sales teams and driving revenue growth. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, with reliable and adaptable approach to changing market demands. Proficient in strategic planning, client relationship management, and sales strategy development, ensuring success and growth in competitive environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Data Analysis Executive (Team Lead)

ZF Sales & Services
Damansara, Selangor
09.2013 - 07.2015
  • Lead the OE analysis team and conducted some of the local product management activities such as providing technical support, and conducting market research
  • Part analysis for global Vehicle Make, Model, Generation and type differentiation
  • Maintain database on vehicle and parts information in line with HQ and linkage information to the Central database
  • Assist Product development with information and Gap Analysis
  • Linking of vehicle and product data via internal database

Senior Sales Executive

ZF Sales & Services
08.2015 - 12.2017
  • Manage sales and distribution network
  • Provide service support to customers
  • Liaise with the Supply Chain department for stock planning delivery matters
  • Work closely with the Finance department and ensure collections are prompt and on time
  • Liaise with Product Management to develop new products for the aftermarket, and ensure the warranty is processed rapidly and efficiently
  • Work closely with the Marketing Department to organize sales promotions, marketing activities, technical training and seminars
  • Provide sales forecasts to the direct supervisor to facilitate the planning process
  • Gather feedback on market trends and information, demand and supply, and competitor pricing
  • Develop new business opportunities and products to increase sales and profits
  • Responsible for maximizing a high level of profit margin and ensuring pre-set sales targets are met

Head of Sales for Passenger Vehicles

ZF Sales & Services
01.2018 - 09.2020
  • To lead and motivate the PC sales team by providing guidance and advice
  • Developed strong client relationships for improved customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Planning and implementing sales & marketing strategies to achieve sales targets for passenger vehicles
  • Prepare annual sales forecast and monthly report
  • Prepare sales strategy and GAP analysis for Passenger Vehicle
  • Create and maintain a pricelist for all customers
  • Exploring new business opportunities by understanding the market demands and trends
  • Work closely with internal departments to increase sales efficiency
  • Monitor competitor’s activities closely including pricing and marketing strategies
  • Streamlined sales processes, resulting in enhanced efficiency and increased productivity.

Key Account Manager IAM

OEConnection LLC
10.2020 - 05.2024
  • Identification of parts wholesaler and independent repair group partners to develop IAM business
  • Analyse the potential (sales and turnover), identify targets and calculate opportunities per key account
  • Agree with the NSC on the key accounts to be targeted and develop strategies on how to approach these key accounts
  • Support the NSC in gaining access to these key accounts in order to prepare the ground for potential collaborations
  • Prepare and align with the NSC the selling proposition in terms of commercial offer as well as logistics and distribution partner’s engagement
  • Preparation of customer acquisition plan and concrete offering to meet customer requirements and BMW's interest
  • Prepare and lead negotiations with key account customers
  • Distribution network engagement: verify that the BMW authorized distribution network is capable of delivering the agreement terms
  • Sales Reviews: conduct NSC-internal monthly sales reviews of the purchase activities of the respective key account(s) with the NSC & AG
  • Customer Reviews: organize review meetings between the NSC and the key accounts to report back to the key account how the supply agreement is working
  • First point of contact for defined Key Accounts
  • Definition and implementation of measures to achieve Key Accounts’ targets
  • Key Account stakeholder management with all relevant departments (e.g Senior management, purchase, marketing, sales, logistics, warehouse, etc.)
  • Cooperate with BMW brand protection against counterfeit products in the market
  • Analyse available data, both wholesaler and dealer level (NSC sell-out and wholesalers & dealers sell-out), and identify opportunities for parts & accessories sales growth
  • Collect and provide market intelligence to develop future IAM & AIM parts sales strategies
  • Analyse the potential (sales and turnover), identify targets and calculate opportunities for new products or business strategies (IAM & AIM)
  • Launching several tactical campaigns to ensure business growth
  • Analyzed sales and customer data to identify trends and opportunities for increased profitability.

AIM & IAM Manager

BMW Malaysia
Cyberjaya, Selangor
06.2024 - Current
  • Prepares business plan for Wholesalers (budget, investment, see planning documents) for key target areas (e.g ATA) and supporting Aftersales activities, which reflect BMW and Wholesaler business plans
  • Lead and Support the IAM Service Provider (SP) to steer IAM Business turnover
  • Screen local IAM market player for potential key accounts candidates within the environment of parts wholesalers and independent repairer chains
  • Monitors wholesaler's turnover performance in agreed bonus programs (ATA) and verify bonus achievement for NSC Management approval
  • Regularly check and review wholesaler compliance with BMW & MINI Parts Distribution Standards, (e.g Premium Parts Portfolio,WHS Company Personnel & Training, Marketing Annual Planning, Customer Management, Warehouse and Logistic Requirements, Ordering Mechanisms and Sellout Data)
  • Analyse available data, both wholesaler and dealer level (NSC sell-out and wholesalers & dealers sell-out) and identify opportunities for parts & accessories sales growth
  • Collect and provide market intelligence to develop future IAM & AIM parts sales strategies
  • Analyse the potential (sales and turnover), prepare targets, and calculate opportunities for new products or business strategies (IAM & AIM)
  • Launching several tactical campaigns to ensure business growth
  • Working in co-operation with BMW Malaysia Sdn Bhd management to implement strategies to support BMW aftersales development and objectives
  • Promote & support body shop establishment & developments of BMW Authorised dealers in line with the international strategy to enhance customer’s accident repair brand experience
  • Manage and support Genuine BMW Parts Sales within Accredited BMW Body shops
  • Manage the Accredited BMW Bodyshop network implementation of, and ongoing adherence with BMW Global Standards, including Audits
  • Manage Accredited BMW Bodyshop training (Training programme steering and delivery via RTC, including management and steering of training partners)
  • Manage Accredited BMW Bodyshop network capacity requirements
  • Directly manage new applications to the network, including onboarding of accepted applications, and exiting of cancelled Accredited BMW Bodyshops
  • Enhance the Customer Service experience delivered by BMW Dealerships and their Accredited BMW Bodyshops
  • Support BMW Aftersales Management in developing relationships and analysing the current business situation with leading Insurance Companies & roadside assistance (KPIs, markets, products, customers) and increase the volume of business directed to Accredited BMW Bodyshop’s
  • Participate and support the BMW Aftersales management whilst providing appropriate leadership and contribution towards the strategic direction of the company
  • Deliver National BMW Accredited Bodyshop conference/working group meetings
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

Education

Master in Engineering with Honour - MEng (Hons) Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering

The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
Semenyih
09.2009 - 07.2013

A-level -

Help University College
Kuala Lumpur
03.2008 - 06.2009

Secondary -

SMK Bukit Rahman Putra
Sungai Buloh, 10
01.2001 - 12.2007

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, Ms PowerPoint, Ms Access & PowerBI)

  • Team leadership

  • Strategic planning

  • Decision-making

  • Time management

  • Business development

Performance management

Workachievements


  • Key Account Manager IAM

  • AIM & IAM Manager, Prepares business plan for Wholesalers (budget, investment, see planning documents) for key target areas (e.g. ATA) and supporting Aftersales activities, which reflect BMW and Wholesaler business plans., Lead and Support the IAM Service Provider (SP) to steer IAM Business turnover., Regular meetings with the WHS Managing Director and General Manager to review turnover progress in line with the Business Plan and update all records. Prepare a visit report and action plan after each wholesaler visit., Screen local IAM market player for potential key accounts candidates within the environment of parts wholesalers and independent repairer chains., Monitors wholesaler's turnover performance in agreed bonus programs (ATA) and verify bonus achievement for NSC Management approval., Prepare the weekly and monthly reports for BMW NSC Management and CA-23 performance review., Regularly check and review wholesaler compliance with BMW & MINI Parts Distribution Standards, (e.g Premium Parts Portfolio,WHS Company Personnel & Training, Marketing Annual Planning, Customer Management, Warehouse and Logistic Requirements, Ordering Mechanisms and Sellout Data). Discuss and record the deviations with the wholesaler and BMW Management, recommending further action where necessary., Analyse available data, both wholesaler and dealer level (NSC sell-out and wholesalers & dealers sell-out) and identify opportunities for parts & accessories sales growth., Collect and provide market intelligence to develop future IAM & AIM parts sales strategies., Analyse the potential (sales and turnover), prepare targets, and calculate opportunities for new products or business strategies (IAM & AIM). Launching several tactical campaigns to ensure business growth., Working in co-operation with BMW Malaysia Sdn Bhd management to implement strategies to support BMW aftersales development and objectives., Promote & support body shop establishment & developments of BMW Authorised dealers in line with the international strategy to enhance customer’s accident repair brand experience., Manage and support Genuine BMW Parts Sales within Accredited BMW Body shops., Manage the Accredited BMW Bodyshop network implementation of, and ongoing adherence with BMW Global Standards, including Audits., Manage Accredited BMW Bodyshop training (Training programme steering and delivery via RTC, including management and steering of training partners)., Manage Accredited BMW Bodyshop network capacity requirements., Directly manage new applications to the network, including onboarding of accepted applications, and exiting of cancelled Accredited BMW Bodyshops., Enhance the Customer Service experience delivered by BMW Dealerships and their Accredited BMW Bodyshops., Support BMW Aftersales Management in developing relationships and analysing the current business situation with leading Insurance Companies & roadside assistance (KPIs, markets, products, customers) and increase the volume of business directed to Accredited BMW Bodyshop’s., Participate and support the BMW Aftersales management whilst providing appropriate leadership and contribution towards the strategic direction of the company., Work closely with the Technical Team (A-6) and Aftersales Area Managers to ensure compliance and the highest level of standards within the Accredited Bodyshop network., Deliver National BMW Accredited Bodyshop conference/working group meetings., Pursue business activities within the requirement of the Trade Practice Act, relevant statutory legislation, and corporate guidelines.

Icno

900326-14-6047

Personal Information

Gender: Male

Others

  • Participate in the EURECA 2013 conference at Taylor’s University
  • I published three papers at the Engineering Undergraduate Research Catalyst (EURECA) conference in 2013.
  • The Effect of Frequency change on Transmission Losses in Low-Frequency Resonator Tubes
  • The Dynamic Response of Static Pressure Sensors when used in Acoustics Measurement Applications
  • The Effect of Change of Radius of Curvature on Transmission Losses in a Low-Frequency Resonator

Timeline

AIM & IAM Manager

BMW Malaysia
06.2024 - Current

Key Account Manager IAM

OEConnection LLC
10.2020 - 05.2024

Head of Sales for Passenger Vehicles

ZF Sales & Services
01.2018 - 09.2020

Senior Sales Executive

ZF Sales & Services
08.2015 - 12.2017

Data Analysis Executive (Team Lead)

ZF Sales & Services
09.2013 - 07.2015

Master in Engineering with Honour - MEng (Hons) Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering

The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
09.2009 - 07.2013

A-level -

Help University College
03.2008 - 06.2009

Secondary -

SMK Bukit Rahman Putra
01.2001 - 12.2007
Low Zhi Weng