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Philip Lau Sing Kiong

Summary

Skilled Business Development offering nearly 25 years of experience in leading operations and enhancing revenue. Bringing expertise in client acquisition and contract negotiation, along with excellent interpersonal communication, relationship-building and team leadership abilities. Results-driven and proactive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding sales and revenue objectives.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.


Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure this position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Collyer Shipping Pte Ltd
2004.08 - 2024.05
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans for business growth, resulting in increased market share and profitability.
  • In charge of various service routes for different Principals

- COC sales to India Sub-continent

- COC sales to Australia

- COC sales to Intra-Asia

- COC sales to Middle East / Upper Gulf

- COC sales to Mediterranean / Red Sea ports

- COC sales to Russia ports


Principals handled in Collyer Shipping

- CP Ships (Lykes Lines, Contship)

- Caravel

- Odessey

- BSC (Bangaldesh Shipping Coporation)

- REL (Regional Express Line)

- OSL (Oceanic Star Line)

- Reel Shipping

- Volta Shipping

- Baltic (Star Shipping)

Operation Officer

Exel Singapore Pte Ltd
2004.01 - 2004.08
  • Joined in a newly setup team 'CEBU' Central Energy Business Unit - dealing in the Oil & Gas industry
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Shipping Executive

C & P Logistics Pte Ltd
2002.09 - 2004.01
  • Providing customer service to various Oil & Gas companies
  • Led a 3 member team dealing with inward and export shipments
  • Reduced delivery times for increased customer satisfaction by coordinating with carriers and optimizing shipment routes.
  • Ensured timely deliveries with effective communication between warehouse staff, carriers, and customers.
  • Maintained accurate documentation for all shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations and minimizing potential liabilities.

Shipping Executive

Welgrow Agencies (Singapore) Pte Ltd
1999.09 - 2002.09
  • Was employed as a junior shipping coordinator to handle containers operating from Singapore to Batam / Batam to Singapore
  • Was promoted in 2001 to led the container team and a small fleet of prime mover drivers
  • Scope included the daily planning of 2 RO-RO (LCT) barges
  • Was transferred to led the Conventional / LCL team in charge of 3 wooden vessel and 5 truck drivers.


Education

No Degree -

FirstCom Academy
Singapore
05.2023

High School Diploma -

ECU (Edith Cowan)/ MDIS
Singapore
12.2007

High School Diploma -

Singapore Logistics Association
Singapore
10.2001

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Relationship Rapport
  • Relationship Management
  • Account Management
  • Networking Strength
  • Customer Service
  • Market Penetration
  • New Business Development
  • Negotiations
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Collyer Shipping Pte Ltd
2004.08 - 2024.05

Operation Officer

Exel Singapore Pte Ltd
2004.01 - 2004.08

Shipping Executive

C & P Logistics Pte Ltd
2002.09 - 2004.01

Shipping Executive

Welgrow Agencies (Singapore) Pte Ltd
1999.09 - 2002.09

No Degree -

FirstCom Academy

High School Diploma -

ECU (Edith Cowan)/ MDIS

High School Diploma -

Singapore Logistics Association
Philip Lau Sing Kiong