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Zhihao Ye

Manchester,Great Manchester

Summary

PhD researcher in Supply Chain Management specialising in blockchain technology, sustainable supply chains and digital transformation. Experienced in mixed-method research, combining industry interviews with quantitative econometric analysis to generate evidence-based insights. Skilled in data analysis, stakeholder engagement and communicating complex findings to academic and professional audiences. Seeking to apply research expertise to supply chain innovation, sustainability and digital transformation in industry.

Overview

2
2
Languages
7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

PhD Researcher

University of York
09.2022 - Current

• Conducted mixed-method research on blockchain technology and sustainable supply chain management, combining qualitative interviews with quantitative Difference-in-Differences (DID) modelling.

• Conducted and analysed in-depth interviews with blockchain and supply chain professionals from 15 Chinese companies, generating industry insights into blockchain adoption and sustainable supply chain practices.

• Applied quantitative econometric techniques, including DID modelling, to evaluate the organisational and sustainability impacts of blockchain adoption using firm-level data.

• Presented research findings at the EurOMA Forum and the 32nd EurOMA Annual Conference, communicating complex research insights to international academic and professional audiences.

• Managed an independent, multi-stage PhD research project, including research design, data collection, qualitative and quantitative analysis, stakeholder engagement, and dissemination of findings.

Investment & Financing Intern

British Sapphire
07.2021 - 08.2021

• Supported annual audit procedures and financing planning through financial statement analysis, accounting review and DCF valuation.
• Conducted industry and investment research using primary interviews and secondary data from Bloomberg and Wind, contributing to an investment recommendation report.
• Identified potential internal control issues and communicated findings to senior financing managers.

Lobby Manager Assistant

Agricultural Bank of China
07.2019 - 08.2019

• Assisted customers with day-to-day banking enquiries and self-service banking facilities, providing clear guidance and resolving routine service issues.
• Supported the lobby manager in managing customer flow, identifying customer needs and directing clients to appropriate banking services and specialist colleagues.
• Collaborated with branch colleagues to address customer requests efficiently while adhering to internal procedures and compliance requirements.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Supply Chain Management

University of York
York
2022 - Current

Master of Science - Digital Economy

King’s College University
London, ENG
2021 - 2022

Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance

Coventry University
Coventry
2018 - 2021

Skills

  • Research methodology
  • Data analysis
  • Communication skills
  • Project management

Languages

Mandarin
First Language
English
Advanced
C1

Interests

  • Badminton
  • Tennis
  • Hiking
  • Swimming
  • AI-assisted coding

Timeline

PhD Researcher

University of York
09.2022 - Current

Investment & Financing Intern

British Sapphire
07.2021 - 08.2021

Lobby Manager Assistant

Agricultural Bank of China
07.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance

Coventry University
2018 - 2021

Master of Science - Digital Economy

King’s College University
2021 - 2022

Doctor of Philosophy - Supply Chain Management

University of York
2022 - Current
Zhihao Ye