Tan Yi Jing
Merchandiser
Selangor
Summary
Results-driven procurement and sourcing professional with extensive experience in supplier management, category development, and commercial strategy. Adept at identifying sourcing opportunities, negotiating favorable commercial terms, and implementing cost-effective solutions that enhance profitability, strengthen supplier networks, and support long-term business objectives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Merchandiser
Shopee Ltd, SEA Group
07.2024 - Current
- Managed local supplier development and category assortment across General Merchandise categories, including supplier sourcing, onboarding, and performance management.
- Identified and collaborated with local suppliers to improve product assortment, pricing competitiveness, stock availability, and fulfillment performance.
- Conducted commercial discussions with suppliers on pricing, campaign participation, stock commitment, and operational improvements.
- Coordinated product sourcing activities and worked closely with suppliers to ensure timely stock replenishment and smooth order execution.
- Monitored sales performance, inventory levels, and product trends to identify growth opportunities and optimize SKU selection.
- Analyzed market demand, customer preferences, competitor activities, and pricing trends to support assortment planning and category growth.
- Supported supplier onboarding and incubation programs, helping local suppliers meet platform requirements and improve operational performance.
- Coordinated closely with cross-functional teams including operations, marketing, logistics, and finance to ensure successful execution of campaigns and business initiatives.
- Managed promotional activities such as platform campaigns, flash sales, and livestream programs to drive traffic, conversion, and sell-through performance.
- Prepared product information, quotations, and supporting documentation for supplier management and category planning purposes.
- Maintained strong supplier relationships and provided regular business performance reviews and improvement recommendations.
- Managed multiple General Merchandise categories, gaining broad exposure to supplier management, product sourcing, and market trend analysis.
Senior Purchasing Executive
Mr D.I.Y. Group (M) Berhad
01.2021 - 07.2024
- Negotiate new contracts with existing and new suppliers (Thailand Local & Thailand- Malaysia market)
- Report analysis include cost analysis, stock movement analysis, forecast order and comparative analysis
- Monitor shipping and delivery schedule
- Arrange air and sea freight and liaise with forwarders on services and costs
- Monitoring market conditions, current stock levels, lead time required for manufacturing, potential price increase, anticipation of new orders from suppliers
- Track annual purchasing commitments to principals
- Product quality management
- Coordinate new products proposal and marketing post
- Manage relationship with counterpart and key suppliers
- Lead Disney licensing project
Education
Bachelor of International Business (Hons) -
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman
06-2020
Foundation in Arts - undefined
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman
05-2017
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Development & Management
- Vendor Negotiation
- Category Management
- Commercial Strategy
Timeline
Merchandiser
Shopee Ltd, SEA Group
07.2024 - Current
Senior Purchasing Executive
Mr D.I.Y. Group (M) Berhad
01.2021 - 07.2024
Foundation in Arts - undefined
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman
Bachelor of International Business (Hons) -
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman