A highly experienced and adaptable Manager with over 15 years in retail and service sectors across Southeast Asia. Expertise in leading teams, driving sales, managing P&L, and building strong brand and supplier relationships. Experienced in international travel for supplier meetings, trade shows, and sourcing events. Seeking a new opportunity in a work environment that values continuous learning, work-life balance, and a positive, engaging workplace culture.
Lead a $13M business unit with 45 team members, responsible for driving store performance, guest experience, and a positive team culture.
Key Achievements:
o Increased annual sales from $10M to $13M.
o Improved conversion rate from 17% to 20%.
o Raised Guest Satisfaction Score (NPS) from 65 to 80, and Employee Engagement survey score from 68 to 84.
o Increased staff size from 25 to 45, with 4 internal promotions through coaching and mentoring.
o Secured a new prime store location, increasing space from 2800 sqft to 5000 sqft.
Led a $20M business unit with 40 team members across 5 stores, responsible for P&L, vendor relations, and cross-departmental collaboration.
Key Achievements:
o Increased sales per sqft by 12%.
o Reduced shipping costs by 30%.
o Delivered 2 new Mango concept stores within timelines and budget.
o Launched exclusive SEA hot collection for SG contributing 20% of the business.
o Initiated "pick from store" delivery during pandemic for SG online orders (originally delivered from HK warehouse), when all stores were closed.
Led a team of 6 buyers, managing a $30M business with 200+ brands.
Key Achievements:
o Launched Athleisure Wellness Corner (partnering with all major sports bands) generating $1M additional revenue.
o Created a pop-up showcase space for local designers, a launchpad for many new local talents.
o Created a pop-up showcase space for local designers, a launchpad for many new local talents.
o Introduced exclusive International Brands including Korean Streetwear and Scandinavian fast fashion brands, boosting foot traffic to mall.
o Executed Glasshouse Showcase on Orchard Road, generated additional $100K sales per event.
o Contributed 10% in sales from Expo Sales and 5% from e-commerce launch (Robinson started e-comm sales with click & collect in 2017).
Managed a $50M business across 6 regions, leading 6 planners in their respective regions.
Key Achievements:
o Increased women's market share by 10% and outlet sales by 30%.
o Improved store layouts and SKU productivity in collaboration with the regional VM teams.
*Role made redundant due to global restructuring
Managed a $40M business unit with 20 categories within Women’s Department.
Key Achievements:
o Promoted from Sales Manager to Buyer in 2007, to Buying Manager in 2011.
o Contributed to 5 successful M&S new store launches
o Introduced product innovations, exclusive collections, and inclusive sizing for the region.
o Enhanced team training and sales execution, timely allocations of products.
Co-founded and managed café operations, marketing, and event sales.
Key Achievements:
o Managed catering sales, contributing 30% of total revenue.
o Gained entrepreneurial and negotiation experience in a startup environment.