Josephine Lim
Singapore
Summary
Experienced with inventory management and supply chain optimization. Utilizes data analysis and forecasting to improve distribution efficiency and reduce costs. Track record of ensuring timely delivery and maintaining high standards of accuracy and reliability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Planner, SEAO
Loewe Fashion Pte Ltd
06.2024 - Current
- Manage daily distribution of seasonal and permanent products, securing allocation priorities based on latest market needs, and including fair share replenishment in case of shortage
- Ensure rightsized stock coverage in each store/country, monitor stock level and propose adjustments, including rebalancing between stores/countries
- In close collaboration with Merchandising, supported new product launches by effectively managing stock allocations and timely collection launch in store and constantly monitor product availability both in warehouse and in store
- Anticipate variations of retail demand (store openings, sales peaks, warehouse closures, etc.)
- Constantly monitor target stock levels (by item/store) to optimize in store availability of our best-sellers
- Perform regular stock on hand analyses and propose corrective actions if necessary (transfers, pushes, etc.)
- Provide visibility to central and regional counterparts of product delivery, availability and incoming shipments
Regional Wholesale Specialist, SEAO
Bulgari South Asia Operations Pte Ltd
07.2021 - 05.2024
- Develop & maintain good & consistent business relationship with existing retailers
- Present and sell novelties collection to business partners at showroom
- Service POS by regular visits, ensure SOH, stock assortments are observed, and sales objective achieved
- Ensure optimum stock level & assortment in each POS
- Coordinate with various support departments (Supply Chain & Finance, and other business units) on trade payment; shipments; stock ordering and assist in store stock replenishment and enquiries
- Coordinate with Marcom team to enhance visibility via digital platforms and in physical stores; Training team to present novelties and training for POS
- Plan and execute in-store activation/events with marketing team
- Work on store window animation and visual display as per HQ guidelines
Retail Operation Specialist, TR & FR
Bulgari South Asia Operations Pte Ltd
05.2018 - 06.2021
- Provide back-office support to the Sales Channel Director to facilitate sales administration functions and to coordinate sales and marketing
- Liaise with travel retail clients on purchase orders processing, management of staff uniforms, request for VM props and sales collaterals, sales incentive, after-sales support and training
- Analyse sales and inventory of partners to flag out areas of concern (e.g
- OOS for best sellers, overstock situation, sales of new launches)
- Monthly update of TR and FR sell-out data in SAP system
- Work closely with VM team and store to ensure partners highlight new launches for maximum impact and visibility
Assistant Buyer, Luxury, Fashion & Accessories APAC
Lagardere Travel Retail (Singapore) Pte Ltd
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Prepare monthly sales report and seasonal sell-thru analysis
- Analyse sales to identify opportunities and risks in product assortment and buying plan in terms of gender, category, size ratio
- Keep abreast of inventory and store request for replenishment
- Allocate goods and stock balancing between stores based on demand
- Perform store visits and obtain feedback from operation staffs
- Support Senior Buyer on buying activities including assortment selection and order proposal in accordance to pre-agreed OTB amounts to maximize sales
- General correspondence with principals and internal department on pricing structure, order enquiries, damage stock, short/excess shipment, seasonal markdowns
- Create POs and SKUs for each season
Merchandising Assistant, Calvin Klein Platinum
Club 21 Pte Ltd
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Analyse buy into classification categories and create Buy Status Report
- Work with Merchandising Manager on pricing and orders
- Provide information for and update shipment status report regularly
- Enforce discounts / cancellations for non-performance / late deliveries
- Prepare weekly and monthly sell-thru analysis for outlets, managers, director and principal
- General correspondence between suppliers and outlets on incoming orders enquiries, damage stocks and short shipment
- Setup of merchandise for preparation of sales and assist in outlet during sales period
- Create POs, Sales Order, and maintain SKUs for each season
Education
Diploma - Fashion Technology (Marketing and Merchandising)
TaF.tc
01.2014
Bachelor's - Business (Marketing)
SIM – RMIT
01.2010
Diploma - Biomedical Science (Pharmaceutical Science)
Temasek Polytechnic
01.2007
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Supply chain operations
- Inventory management
- Distribution strategy
- Demand forecasting
- Punctual and dependable
- Problem-solving
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Distribution Planner, SEAO
Loewe Fashion Pte Ltd
06.2024 - Current
Regional Wholesale Specialist, SEAO
Bulgari South Asia Operations Pte Ltd
07.2021 - 05.2024
Retail Operation Specialist, TR & FR
Bulgari South Asia Operations Pte Ltd
05.2018 - 06.2021
Assistant Buyer, Luxury, Fashion & Accessories APAC
Lagardere Travel Retail (Singapore) Pte Ltd
04.2017 - 04.2018
Merchandising Assistant, Calvin Klein Platinum
Club 21 Pte Ltd
01.2015 - 03.2017
Bachelor's - Business (Marketing)
SIM – RMIT
Diploma - Biomedical Science (Pharmaceutical Science)
Temasek Polytechnic
Diploma - Fashion Technology (Marketing and Merchandising)
TaF.tc
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