Eileen Chong
Summary
Dynamic Inventory Manager with proven success at Anixter Singapore, enhancing inventory turnover and reducing holding costs. Skilled in collaborative decision-making and supplier engagement, I implemented advanced management software, improving tracking efficiency. Adept at team management, I trained staff to optimize operations and align inventory with sales strategies, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Manager APAC
Anixter Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2013 - Current
- Managed inventory levels across multiple locations, ensuring optimal stock availability and reducing excess inventory.
- Developed and implemented inventory control processes to enhance accuracy and streamline operations.
- Coordinated with suppliers to optimize order fulfillment and maintain strong vendor relationships.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify trends and forecast demand, improving procurement strategies.
- Led cross-functional teams in inventory audits, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulations.
- Oversaw the implementation of advanced inventory management software, increasing tracking efficiency by automating workflows.
- Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
- Excess clearance with stock rotation to vendor, re-deployment within intercompany.
- DIO improvement with strategic planning on the inbound schedule to ensure this meet the customer required date.
- Built and nurtured positive working relationships with vendors and suppliers, having monthly cadence call with key vendor and sales to discuss on project pipeline, manufacturing lead time, promos for EOL
- Increased efficiency in inventory turnover, reducing holding costs and increasing cash flow.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to align inventory with promotional activities, boosting sales.
- Managed a team size of 9 across APAC (direct and in-direct report
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Trained staff on best practices for inventory management systems, enhancing team efficiency and performance.
Purchasing Administrator
Aggreko (Singapore) Pte Ltd
03.2012 - 04.2013
- Managed procurement processes to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing of materials.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to enhance negotiation outcomes and service quality.
- Reduced stock-outs by monitoring inventory levels closely and placing replenishment orders proactively.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, resulting in cost savings for the company.
- Collaborated with internal departments to forecast demand and establish purchasing schedules, aligning inventory levels with operational needs.
Warehouse Officer
Seadrill Management (S) Pte Ltd
06.2008 - 12.2009
- Oversaw inventory management processes to ensure accurate stock levels and timely order fulfillment.
- Implemented safety protocols, maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations across warehouse operations.
- Streamlined workflow systems, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing processing times for incoming shipments.
- Coordinated logistics and transportation schedules, optimizing delivery routes for improved timeliness.
- Managing inbound and outbound shipment, cycle-count to ensure accurate stock level
- Prepare export documents and liaise with freight forwarder for shipment arrangement
Purchasing Executive
Singapore Cable Manufacturing Pte Ltd
03.2005 - 02.2008
- Streamlined purchasing processes, resulting in improved order accuracy and delivery times.
- Inter-company purchase within APAC
- Liaising with production planner and work with vendor on the required schedule of raw material
- Reduced lead times for critical items by establishing strategic partnerships with key suppliers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chua Chu Kang Sec Sch
SingaporeSkills
- Collaborative decision-making
- Problem-solving skills
- Proactive problem-solving
- Inventory management
- Supplier engagement strategies
- Personnel management
- Team collaboration enhancement
Timeline
Inventory Manager APAC
Anixter Singapore Pte Ltd
05.2013 - Current
Purchasing Administrator
Aggreko (Singapore) Pte Ltd
03.2012 - 04.2013
Warehouse Officer
Seadrill Management (S) Pte Ltd
06.2008 - 12.2009
Purchasing Executive
Singapore Cable Manufacturing Pte Ltd
03.2005 - 02.2008
High School Diploma -
Chua Chu Kang Sec Sch
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