Wymon Lim
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at NTUC Fairprice Co-operative, excelling in negotiation and mentoring. Spearheaded innovative strategies for revenue growth and market expansion, securing long-term supplier partnerships and fostering an inclusive, agile work environment. Expert in procurement and adept at driving business strategy, consistently delivering results beyond expectations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Top Taste Pte. Ltd.
05.2021 - Current
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Strengthened customer relationships with regular communication, timely orders delivery, and high-quality services.
- Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
- Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment by championing diversity initiatives and empowering employees at all levels.
- Drove company revenue growth, orchestrating effective sales and marketing strategy that targeted untapped markets.
- Optimized operational efficiencies, streamlining processes through introduction of cutting-edge technology.
- Enhanced team productivity with implementation of agile methodologies, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
Group Category Manager
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Managed the total procurement teams to ensure smooth end-to-end sourcing and delivery of vegetables to outlets for retailing.
- Oversaw complex negotiations with suppliers/vendors for favorable contract terms that led to cost savings.
- Expanded market presence through successful negotiation of key partnerships and acquisitions.
- Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings. Achieved the company's first record of more than SGD 300 millions sales for a single category.
- Launched innovative products/services that captured new market share while maintaining competitive pricing structures.
- Spearheaded development of new product line, significantly expanding company's offerings and customer base.
Assistant Group Category Manager
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Negotiated high-value contracts with key suppliers/vendors, securing long-term revenue streams.
- Achieved substantial cost reductions by renegotiating supplier contracts and optimizing supply chain logistics.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and warehouse operations efficiently.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Category Manager (Vegetables, Chilled & Frozen)
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Negotiated price with suppliers/vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Worked for products diversification and sourced for reliable players for contract farming to ensure supply availability at store level.
- Improved the categories assortments to win the market share.
Category Executive (Housebrand Chilled & Frozen)
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2016 - 03.2017
- Oversaw the buying of housebrand chilled and frozen products for the organization.
- Identified the potential national brand products and manufacturers for housebrand products development.
- Managed the penetration of housebrand products in the market.
- Enhanced housebrand's customer satisfaction and loyalty by developing and implementing comprehensive customer retention programs.
Fresh Food Taskforce Executive
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2014 - 03.2016
- Supervised creation of exciting fresh food merchandise displays to catch the attention of store customers.
- Trained and guided store staff to maintain high productivity and operational standards for the fresh department.
- Ensured stores compliance on products quality and food safety requirements to align with ISO and HACCP standards.
Fresh Food Taskforce (Team Leader)
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2012 - 03.2014
- Supported fresh food operations at store level.
- Conducted routine store visitation to ensure stores compliance with food safety requirements and merchandising standards at store level.
- Gathered trends and market insights to superiors for company's product offerings and service improvements.
Team Leader (Non-food, Grocery, Fresh)
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
07.2007 - 03.2012
- Reduced store operational lapses to prevent potential loss of sales by ensuring products availability.
- Handled problematic customers to assist lower-level colleagues and maintain excellent customer service.
- Trained and guided teammates to maintain merchandising standards.
- Strengthened lasting customer relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Education
Diploma - Diploma in Retail Management
University of Stirling
Singapore07-2016
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biotechnology (Genetics)
University of Malaya
Malaysia03-2007
Skills
- Mentoring and training
- Negotiation
- New business launch
- Data collection and analysis
- Revenue growth management
- Adaptability
- Procurement
- Business strategy
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Malay
Upper intermediate (B2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Upper intermediate (B2)
Chinese (Cantonese)
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Managing Director
Top Taste Pte. Ltd.
05.2021 - Current
Group Category Manager
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2020 - 04.2021
Assistant Group Category Manager
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2019 - 03.2020
Category Manager (Vegetables, Chilled & Frozen)
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2017 - 03.2019
Category Executive (Housebrand Chilled & Frozen)
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2016 - 03.2017
Fresh Food Taskforce Executive
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2014 - 03.2016
Fresh Food Taskforce (Team Leader)
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
04.2012 - 03.2014
Team Leader (Non-food, Grocery, Fresh)
NTUC Fairprice Co-operative
07.2007 - 03.2012
Diploma - Diploma in Retail Management
University of Stirling
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biotechnology (Genetics)
University of Malaya
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