I wish to learn and ultimately hone my skills in the fragrance and flavor industry. As a dynamic team player, I am consistent with my efforts to learn and work under pressure with a goal to achieve. I believe my education will aid me in better equip me for whatever lies ahead.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Compounding Assistant
Cosmo International Fragrances (Asia) Pte. Ltd.
07.2023 - Current
Compounding of fragrance oil samples.
To set up, determine, execute workflow and system for sampling laboratory operational needs.
Drafted and created common document templates for easier point of reference or data consolidation.
Liaising with relevant departments and external vendors to monitor lab inventory, improve lab operational workflow and ensure timely sample release.
Coordinated shipments and tracked progress to facilitate timely delivery for outgoing lab samples.
Quality Technician, Assistant Chemist
Wyeth Nutritionals Singapore
07.2020 - 04.2022
Trained to assist in monitoring and ensuring compliance within internal standards, regulatory bodies, market regulation and guidelines as a Halal Liaison officer.
Conduct daily verification and aid in document issuance, quality assurance checks for finished product release.
Worked closely with production and the respective labs during regular inspections or external auditor on-site visits, to report abnormalities, investigate, evaluate, and mitigate risks when non-conformities are raised.
Communicate with external vendors to ensure raw material validity and their relevant documentation, arrangement of lab equipment maintenance or servicing.
Aid in investigation and handling of customer complaints within the region.
Aid in new product launch registration process across various markets.
Coordination with external courier pick up services to send out shipment samples.
Assist in validating new equipment and reviewing lab testing methods.
Assist with other ad-hoc duties, testing, housekeeping, and optimization of operational workflow when needed.
Fragrance Marketing Intern
Takasago International Singapore
09.2019 - 02.2020
Develop concepts with reference to the various market trends, insights and the collaborate with the creative fragrance team.
Coordination of evaluation sessions across different departments, assist in preparing, labeling samples for presentations and shipment to affiliates in a timely fashion.
Regular updating of product profiles in the internal database, basic inventory management of market samples or raw fragrance oils in the marketing library.
Compounding, housekeeping, and assisting at the fragrance lab.
Tram Commentator
Wildlife Reserve Singapore
06.2017 - 12.2019
Deliver live commentary and engage with guests to provide them with an enriching experience in the park
Proactively tend to the guests and educate about the message of conservation
Cross collaboration between the different departments to ensure smooth operations.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Sciences - Molecular Biology and Applied Chemistry
PSB Academy (La Trobe University)
04.2023
Diploma in Medicinal Chemistry -
Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP)
05.2020
GCE 'O' levels -
Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Secondary School (KCPSS)
05.2020
Skills
Experience in working in fragrance compounding lab
Familiar with manufacturing production environment
Familiar with various lab analytical equipment in the chemistry lab
Able to validate and refine lab procedures
Familiar with sensory panelist training
Versatile team-player, collaborator
Familiar with MS office tools, SAP
Leadership Achievements Enrichment
Completed Advanced Elective Module (AEM) in Gene Therapy and Regenerative Medicine.
Attained distinction in Co-curricular activities.
Engaged in Leader's forum and NYP arts council.
President of La Ballroom en Masse and part of the Arts Council (NYP).
Represented NYP in TDA Dancesport championship (finalist).
More About Me
As an enthusiastic individual for fragrances, I hope to join the fragrance industry to learn about the creative process behind perfumes and aromas. I am keen on finding out how this experience will further shape me.
Timeline
Lab Compounding Assistant
Cosmo International Fragrances (Asia) Pte. Ltd.
07.2023 - Current
Quality Technician, Assistant Chemist
Wyeth Nutritionals Singapore
07.2020 - 04.2022
Fragrance Marketing Intern
Takasago International Singapore
09.2019 - 02.2020
Tram Commentator
Wildlife Reserve Singapore
06.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Applied Sciences - Molecular Biology and Applied Chemistry
Regional Account Manager, Greater Asia at International Flavors & Fragrances (Greater Asia) Pte LtdRegional Account Manager, Greater Asia at International Flavors & Fragrances (Greater Asia) Pte Ltd