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Dave Tan

Singapore

Summary

A self-motivated, passionate, communicative team-player, with experience of working within challenging, service and sale-driven environments, proven track record of developing excellent relationships with all level of clients and suppliers from bosses to staffs, able to integrate within, and provide operational support to varying teams. Capable of handling pressure and seeks to work in an environment with the right kind of pressure to allow full development of already learned skills. Open new business opportunities for company and assist other team to increase customers base as well on problem solving.


Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Sale & Marketing Manager

Serial I-Tech (Far East) Pte Ltd
03.2012 - 03.2025

Company Overview: previously known as GSH CORPORATION (Far East) PTE LTD


  • Assist company VP to manage IT and Photos division and support other directors to source for equipment for their projects and to brainstorm idea to clear off End off life products or look for new clients base.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective marketing strategies and explore of new business module for company with minimum support.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels with efficient handling of enquiries, complaints, and feedback.
  • Enhanced brand visibility by coordinating promotional events, trade shows, and advertising campaigns on low budget.
  • Tracked competitors “activities to stay updated on industry trends and adjust tactics as needed for continued success.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires in the sales department, ensuring they were well-equipped with product knowledge and selling techniques.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Cold calling and manage all GeBIZ project for Serial group as well on OEM licensing application.
  • Visit trade show and identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets.
  • Manage of purchase, sale, marketing, and repair for company branding and apply licensing for OEM products as well visit trade show to get more network and opportunities for company
  • Developed and executed integrated marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and market share.
  • Analyzed market trends and consumer insights to inform product positioning and promotional campaigns.
  • Mentored junior marketing staff, fostering skill development and promoting a collaborative team environment.
  • Managed social media accounts for optimal audience engagement and increased online presence.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to use for launches, rebranding campaigns and promotions.
  • Led cross-functional teams in launching new products, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and timelines.
  • Conducted competitive analysis to identify market opportunities, guiding strategic decision-making processes.
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing strategic marketing campaigns.
  • Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets.
  • Purchasing.

Senior Sales Executive

GSH CORPORATION (Far East) PTE LTD
03.2012 - 12.2014
  • Support Sales Director for Apple distribution, over achieve company target before Serial group buy over.
  • Established long-lasting relationships with key clients through effective account management and consistent communication.
  • Expanded market presence by identifying new business opportunities and successfully closing deals.
  • Mentored junior sales executives, providing guidance on best practices and strategies for achieving success in the field.
  • Demonstrated products and features to customers, answered questions and overcame objections.
  • Manage monthly sale target for clients.
  • Managed digital marketing initiatives in accordance with consumer targets and needs.
  • Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
  • Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.

Regional Sale Executive

Recycle Point Pte Ltd
03.2011 - 03.2012
  • Proven sales record of sales through strong rapport building and understand client market.
  • Manage customers from Thailand, Indonesia. Philippines and Vietnam.
  • Work closely with clients to get firmware information for Sony PlayStation, Xbox and iPhone and share with the team.
  • Increased revenue and lower lost through effective negotiation of price.
  • Exchange research detail with clients.
  • Getting competitors cost from clients, and shared information with team.
  • Cold call and manage client's payment.
  • Setting best selling price with all information collect.

Sale Executive – Assistant team lead

Panasonic Singapore
01.2009 - 12.2011
  • Proven sales record and top sales performance for Panasonic DSC & DVC business.
  • Boosted sales revenue by cultivating strong client relationships and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Exceeded quarterly targets consistently through diligent prospecting and tailored product presentations.
  • Expanded market share with strategic territory planning and targeted prospecting.
  • Developed key partnerships, resulting in increased lead generation and cross-selling opportunities Work closely with team and lead them to achieve monthly sale target.
  • Cover sale that on weaker channel.
  • Manage on event and discuss with marketing manager on promotion and share on ideas for sale.
  • Work on sale forecast, and manage on roadshow result.
  • Work closely with event planner, client and encourage promoters to achieve roadshow result.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitive landscape to inform product development strategies.
  • Work closely with promoters to help to achieve sale and clearance for clients.

Education

MINI MBA - Business Management

International Business Management Institute
10.2022

Diploma - Telecommunications

Temasek Polytechnic
06.2006

ICT - Mechanical And Electrical Drafting and Design

ITE Tampines
06.2001

Skills

  • Digital Marketing
  • Brand Management
  • Rapport Building
  • Team Building
  • Market Research
  • Event Coordination
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Managing of government quotation
  • Target Market Identification
  • Sales Tracking
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Networking Events
  • Decision-Making
  • Purchasing & sourcing
  • Managing license application
  • Staff management
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Brand promotion
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Business development
  • Social media platforms
  • Advertising management
  • KPI tracking
  • Budgeting and allocation 
  • Partnership development
  • Market data collection
  • Vendor relations
  • Product development
  • Cold calling
  • Partnership marketing
  • Marketing and advertising
  • Pricing strategies
  • Price structuring
  • Product lifecycle management

Timeline

Assistant Sale & Marketing Manager

Serial I-Tech (Far East) Pte Ltd
03.2012 - 03.2025

Senior Sales Executive

GSH CORPORATION (Far East) PTE LTD
03.2012 - 12.2014

Regional Sale Executive

Recycle Point Pte Ltd
03.2011 - 03.2012

Sale Executive – Assistant team lead

Panasonic Singapore
01.2009 - 12.2011

Diploma - Telecommunications

Temasek Polytechnic

ICT - Mechanical And Electrical Drafting and Design

ITE Tampines

MINI MBA - Business Management

International Business Management Institute
Dave Tan