Andy Tan

Experience

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  Republic of Singapore Air Force

  Aug 2011 - Dec 2023

  • Data Analysis and Cost Management - Analysed datasets to review past purchase and repair costs, aiding management in informed decision-making on proposals. Conducted thorough analysis of costs and billing associated with external vendors, identifying and reporting discrepancies. -Analysed historical aircraft defects and repair times, supporting management in establishing accurate contracts with OEMs. -Reviewed and analysed purchase orders as well as the SAP system to ensure vendor compliance with contractual obligations.• User Acceptance Testing Management - Led the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for a specialized OEM logistic system for the RSAF. Ensured the system met precise tracking requirements for repair and purchase records and effectively communicated user needs back to the OEM. -Managed end-to-end testing, including defect reporting and management using specialized tools.• Contract Management and Execution - Acted as an Aircraft System & Contract Manager Assistant for AS332 Super Puma Helicopter and H225M Medium Lift Helicopter. Supervised contract execution with several OEMs to ensure full utilization and compliance with contracts. -Ensured contractual agreements were in line with service line agreements, organizational policies, KPIs, and turnaround times (TATs).• Stakeholder Communication and Liaison - Served as the primary contact for inquiries or tasks related to OEM and user coordination. This included liaising with maintenance departments and OEMs for technical concessions, out-of-scope repairs, and publications. -Supported the ground crew of the H225M, ensuring the availability of resources for daily operations.• Project Management - Responsible for ensuring all projects were completed on time and met all program deliverables. Show less • Chinook CH47 Electrical and Instrumentation System Maintenance - Specialized in organizational level maintenance for Chinook CH47, focusing on electrical and instrumentation systems. -Managed scheduled servicing and ad-hoc rectification, supporting daily operations to ensure aircraft serviceability.• Data Analysis for Maintenance and System Rectification - Analyzed flight data for preventive maintenance program planning and ad-hoc system rectification. Utilized SAP for data extraction and historical defect data analysis to identify trends. -Skilled in using SAP Enterprise System for documenting servicing, ad-hoc rectifications, and managing time-based maintenance schedules.• Leadership and Team Management - Managed shift manpower as shift In-Charge. Held multiple secondary appointments including Quality In-Charge, Safety In-Charge, Training In-Charge, and Tools, Test Equipment & Publication In-Charge.• Technical Training and Development - Developed technical training courses for system upgrades, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge.• International Deployment and Humanitarian Missions - Deployed to the USA (2014–2016, 2021), and Australia (2018–2020) for training purposes. Participated in a humanitarian mission in Australia (Operation Swift Lion). Show less

  • Contract Manager Assistant

    Jun 2021 - Dec 2023

  • Air Force Engineer (Maintenance)

    Aug 2011 - Jun 2021
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  Volkswagen Group Singapore

  Mar 2024 - now

  Finance Analyst

  • Managed month-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.• Cleaned and analyzed month-end closing results/data to provide insights for decision-making.• Prepared detailed reports and presentations for various business units and the Managing Director, focusing on data visualization and key financial metrics.• Automated routine reports, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.• Assisted in preparing yearly budgets and forecasts, aligning financial plans with business objectives.• Prepare materials for quarterly status meetings, supporting the Finance Director's presentations to HQ.• Utilized finance systems such as SAP4HANA to manage and analyze financial data.• Collaborated with various business units to analyze business processes and assess the health of the business.• Supported day-to-day operations with ad-hoc analysis, providing actionable insights for business improvement. Show less