Ken Chow
@kenchow
Trading Executive with a passion for marketing and creative problem solving.
What I'm looking for
I am a Trading Executive with a strong background in marketing and customer service, bringing over three years of experience in video editing and graphic design. My journey has equipped me with the skills to monitor market movements and assist with trade operations effectively. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my creativity and adaptability to contribute meaningfully to my team.
My academic background includes a Bachelor of Business (Hons) from the University of Wollongong Malaysia, where I focused on subjects like Digital Marketing and Brand Management. I have also completed a certification in the fundamentals of digital marketing from Google Digital Garage, which has further enhanced my understanding of the digital landscape. My final year project on employee satisfaction reflects my commitment to understanding workplace dynamics and improving productivity.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to multitask and maintain high standards of performance, whether as a Customer Advisor at Concentrix or during my internship at Celcomdigi. I am eager to continue learning and growing in a role that allows me to utilize my skills and passion for creative problem-solving.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Trading/Marketing Executive
Guan Chong Berhad
Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)
Monitored market movements and assisted with trade operations and transactions. Provided product specifications on cocoa products, assisting with customer inquiries and reaching out to potential sales opportunities.
Intern
Celcomdigi
Jan 2024 - May 2024 (4 months)
Assisted with data management and creating graphics and templates for data presentation. Maintained information accuracy within documents and assisted with automating handling processes.
Customer Advisor
Concentrix
Nov 2022 - May 2023 (6 months)
Handled inbound calls and provided immediate solutions within a fast-paced business environment. Assisted with the understanding of plans and coverage details, conflict resolution, billing inquiries and knowledge base navigation. Maintained satisfactory industry standards of performance.
Customer Support Agent
5CA
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)
Communicated with customers to provide support and immediate solutions via email replies and chat. Guided customers with platform navigation, transaction processes, and general processes. Adapted to the fast-changing business environment to ensure achievement of target.
Freelance Translator
Self Employed
Jan 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 11 months)
Translated English, Chinese and Malay legal documents, essays, and business-related articles and reports. Reviewed multiple translation glossaries by other freelance translators and assisted with corrections.
CS cum Admin
Miki Curtains and Furnishing
Jan 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 11 months)
Assisted with customer’s product knowledge and assisted with sales. Managed data and documents such as customer details, sales invoice, purchase order and inventory stock count. Facilitated and handled bi-weekly supplier meetings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG MALAYSIA
Bachelor of Business (Hons), Business
2021 - 2024
Studied a comprehensive Bachelor of Business program with Honours. Coursework included International Management, Financial Accounting, Digital Marketing, and Business Law. Gained knowledge in areas like Economics, Organizational Behaviour, and Brand Management.
CRESCENDO INTERNATIONAL
A-levels, Business Studies, Economics, English Legal Systems
Completed A-levels at Crescendo International. Studied core subjects including Business Studies, Economics, and English Legal Systems. This coursework provided foundational knowledge in business and legal principles.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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