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Tiong Chuan Tan

Tiong Chuan Tan

Perth,WA

Summary

Proven Key Account Manager with a track record of fostering robust client relationships and driving business growth at Marubeni-Itochu Tubulars Oceania. Expert in client relationship management and contract negotiation, demonstrated through successful expansion of key accounts and securing long-term collaborations. Skilled in cross-functional team leadership and problem-solving, ensuring high client satisfaction and operational excellence.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Key Account Manager

Marubeni-Itochu Tubulars Oceania (Oceania)
11.2013 - 09.2024
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships to drive business growth from OCTG pipe sales and Total Tubular Management Services (TTMs).
  • Established strong rapport with clients by consistently exceeding their expectations in quality and service delivery.
  • Expanded key account base by identifying and cultivating new business opportunities.
  • Strengthened client relationships through regular communication and effective problem solving.
  • Organized cross-functional teams to address complex client requests or projects efficiently, resulting in increased satisfaction levels among key accounts holders.
  • Negotiated contract renewals with existing clients, securing long-term contracts and fostering ongoing collaboration.


Technical Sales Representative

Tenaris Global Services
01.2007 - 06.2011
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing technical and commercial inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry players, enhancing company reputation and market presence.
  • Engaged large and medium end-users to deliver company's total value proposition to increase sales.
  • Managed sales plan activities, promotions and product launches resulting in expanded revenues and branding.


Operation Maintenance Engineer

Cigweld (M) Sdn Bhd
10.2005 - 12.2006
  • Conducted root cause analysis on recurring issues, identifying long-term solutions that reduced future incidents.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by implementing streamlined maintenance schedules and processes.
  • Reduced downtime with timely troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of operational issues.
  • Improved system performance by conducting regular preventive maintenance and identifying areas for optimization.

Product Development Engineer

MT Picture Display (M) Sdn Bhd
01.2004 - 09.2005
  • Performed cost reduction programs through localisation.
  • Increased overall product quality through meticulous design reviews and thorough testing procedures.
  • Enhanced cross-functional collaboration by fostering open communication between engineering, marketing, and manufacturing teams.
  • Coordinated with marketing teams on promotional materials that accurately showcased key features and benefits of developed products.


Manufacturing Engineer

Howden (M) Sdn Bhd
01.2000 - 11.2003
  • Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on defective products, leading to targeted improvements in manufacturing processes.
  • Provided engineering support during new product launches, coordinating efforts between design, production, and quality control teams.
  • Established and coordinated sub-contracting and outsourcing requirements for machining and processes to overcome in-house production issues.

Education

Bachelor Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Federal Institute of Technology
Mayl
09-1999

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Federal Institute of Technology
Malaysia
04-1995

Skills

  • Client Relationship Management
  • Key Account Management
  • Contract Negotiation

Timeline

Key Account Manager

Marubeni-Itochu Tubulars Oceania (Oceania)
11.2013 - 09.2024

Technical Sales Representative

Tenaris Global Services
01.2007 - 06.2011

Operation Maintenance Engineer

Cigweld (M) Sdn Bhd
10.2005 - 12.2006

Product Development Engineer

MT Picture Display (M) Sdn Bhd
01.2004 - 09.2005

Manufacturing Engineer

Howden (M) Sdn Bhd
01.2000 - 11.2003

Bachelor Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Federal Institute of Technology

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Federal Institute of Technology
Tiong Chuan Tan