Yun Hung Collin Lai
Nottingham,British
Summary
Motivated Buyer with over 10 years experience in Hong Kong delivering buying strategies for high-turnover brands. Increased supplier networks for enhanced procurement opportunities. Forecasted strategically to maintain product flows whilst delivering profit margins. Good relationship with global venders and suppliers.
To quote Citysuper Vice Presidernt mentioned in the reommendation letter about me: ( Consistently impressed with Collin's good attitude and productivity during the time that he has worked in the office. Collin is both bright and motivated, he showen his ability to manage his job independently and bring exiciting products to our customers, he is constantly making improvenments in various aspects.)
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Buying Manager
Feco company limited
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
2020.11 - 2023.02
- Developing, leading and executing purchasing strategies
- Customize products for redeem event, souvenirs for department stores etc.
- Sourcing factories for OEM items
- Explore new products/ branding items in the whole world (mainly Japan) for Hong Kong market
- Distribution brand building ( including pricing, marketing, display concept ..)
- Explore new product in whole world (mainly Japan) for local market
- Explore new customers, department stores and online stores
- Inventory control and stock take
- Foresee the trend and seaional item and propose to local retail stores
- Determine quantity and timing of deliveries
- Marketing proposal to local retail stores
Buyer (Non food)
Citysuper
Hong Kong , Hong Kong
2012.03 - 2020.02
- Explore new trendy and innovation (Home produce) items from global
- Identify customer preferences and forecast consumer trends
- Evaluate supplier options according to prices, quality etc. and determine the best choices
- Negotiate terms of agreements to achieve the best deal for company
- Ensure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the contracts of purchase
- Monitor stock levels and make plans for buying within budget
- Attend events, fairs and exhibitions to remain up-to-date with the market’s trends
- Transfer and present the buying concept to retail stores staff
- Established internal relationships to identify areas for improvement driven by stakeholders' requirements.
- Examine supplier performance data for qualification and contract renewals.
- Promoted positive team attitude and encouraged communication within team and customers.
- Monitored and provided advice on risks and opportunities for business activities.
- Motivate team and assign team's job duty and KPI
Sales Executive (Kitchenware)
Meyer trading company ltd
Hong Kong , Hong Kong
2010.04 - 2012.03
- Planning and developing merchandising strategies
- Handling foreign customer account and satisfy their need ( Mainly UK, FAR EAST)
- Communicate and monitor with factory for all the detail parts
- Inspect the final product and follow the processing
- Control the lead time
- Handling customer compliant
- Analyse sales figures, customers reactions and market trends to anticipate product needs and plan product ranges/stock
- Collaborate with buyers, suppliers, distributors and analysts to negotiate prices, quantities and time-scales
- Suggest the best shippment, MOQ/ MOA to customers
- Follow the custom packaging design and guideline
- Shipmark
- Confirm and suggest for the shipment sample
Education
Media Studies
The University Of Queensland
Australia 1997.02 - 1999.01
Reach Truck and Counterbalance Truck Cerificate
4KS Forklift Training ltd
United Kingdom 2023.04 -
Skills
- Strong understanding of investment strategies and risk management
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Innovate for marketing campaign
- Work under pressure with tight schedule
- Good in English, Chinese
- Work, Excel, Powerpoint skills
- Procurement
- Homeware buying expertise
- Budget analysis
- Trend Analysis
Languages
English
Intermediate
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Timeline
Reach Truck and Counterbalance Truck Cerificate
4KS Forklift Training ltd
2023.04 -
Buying Manager
Feco company limited
2020.11 - 2023.02
Buyer (Non food)
Citysuper
2012.03 - 2020.02
Sales Executive (Kitchenware)
Meyer trading company ltd
2010.04 - 2012.03
Media Studies
The University Of Queensland
1997.02 - 1999.01