Chengyu Hou

Experience

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  Dresdner Herrenmode GmbH

  Mar 2005 - Jul 2008

  Buyer

  — Looking for new suppliersManaged raw material and product purchasing from suppliers in China, often traveling to sites to procure items and to identify potential new suppliers. Effectively communicated with Chinese suppliers and negotiated prices. Secured competitive purchasing agreements with suppliers; placed orders to meet customer demand. Carefully cultivated positive partnerships with suppliers to ensure the best prices. Maintained quality control and planned efficient shipments. • Reduced overall product costs by 20% - 30% by identifying new suppliers.• Developed a new material purchasing channel, increased the purchase of Chinese material from 60% in 2005 to 80% in 2008.• Bought more than 800,000 m fabric, which included the management of $2,000,000 contracts Show less

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  Oumao International

  Jul 2010 - Jan 2011

  Business Development Manager

  ocused on the development of international customers and the cultivation of existing client relationships. Led strategic planning and analysis of product and product brand efforts to recommend improvements and enhancements. • Developed four potential customers in three months; one customer generated over 30 million Euros in sales annually.• Developed three new customer buying office contact persons in Hong Kong.

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  Shanghai Topsola Green Energy Co., Ltd.

  Feb 2011 - May 2012

  Regional Sales Manager

  Oversaw $100MM USD in annual sales at a solar and renewable energy organization. Identified and developed potential international customers in primarily Germany, but also other European countries. Traveled globally to interact directly with customers, including maintaining positive relations with current customers. Managed a sales team of 10. Maintained industry knowledge by attending solar exhibitions. • Assisted with Sales Director access to California suppliers; connected the US dealer supplier list successfully in the United States, California and Dallas EPC.• Helped department director establish branch offices in Germany and France; recruited five foreign staff.• Successfully established overseas distributors in Munich, Brussels, and Paris ECT.• Responsible for and participate Solar exhibition in Germany, France, Belgium, Spain and Italy.• Organized a business trip to Germany and develop a new customer annual sale of about $7B USD. Show less

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  Bark Shanghai Ltd.

  Jan 2013 - Dec 2015

  Owner and Director

  Managed the successful operations of a startup business, with online and offline service platforms that targeted expatriates in Shanghai. Led daily activities, including oversight of eight staff and control of a 20,000 RMB budget, while managing 500 customers. Developed international customer opportunities, including marketing and promotional efforts. Maintained clients and delivered exceptional after-sale service.• Utilized China’s most popular social network provider WeChat for marketing and online promotion• Developed new offline customer development channel; cooperated with international relocation company, as well as with international schools.• Developed about 30% more new customers through unique strategies and approaches.• Cooperated with NPO (an animal rescue organization) and increased company awareness. Show less

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  Xinplan

  Dec 2015 - May 2017

  Strategic Oversea Director / Co-Founder

  Led the startup operations for this open innovation platform with six staff members. Targeted overseas business partner development and planned development strategies to further enhance growth. Focused on platform development planning, with online and offline promotion strategies.• Developed a new type of Electrical Car designer and producer from Switzerland and assisted with entry Chinese market; looking for business partner and government support to obtain 7 Billion RMB investment.• Supported a quick charging car batteries producer company in developing a Chinese partner. • Cooperated with government from Zhanjiang Hi-tech Park and Swedish partner to arrange the first Clean-tech Summit. Show less

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  FL GROUP UK LIMITED

  Oct 2017 - Jul 2019

  Project Manager, EA to CEO

  FL Group UK is a Fintech company founded in 2015 with the goal of redefining digital loyalty with the power of blockchain and innovative technologies.• Accelerated product development by adopting Agile methodologies, reducing project timelines by 20%, which led to the successful launch of a blockchain-based rewards system and mobile application.• Improved team alignment by collaborating with cross-functional teams to prioritise features, resulting in a 15% improvement in on-time delivery and enhanced stakeholder satisfaction.• Increased project efficiency by facilitating Agile ceremonies, improving team productivity by 25%, leading to faster sprint completions and better overall project outcomes.• Generated new revenue by supporting the CTO in game implementation and testing, contributing to a 30% increase in company profits through the creation of a new revenue stream.• Delivered a $10M+ office setup in 6 months by securing resources and managing stakeholder expectations, achieving a 30% cost reduction and timely project completion.• Secured a $1M partnership with a leading video game studio by leading negotiations, resulting in the initiation of a pioneering "play-to-earn" game project and a 40% cost reduction.• Improved product development speed by facilitating iterative testing and implementation with the CTO, reducing time-to-market by 50% for a new gaming product. Show less

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  Wololo UK

  Jul 2019 - Sept 2020

  Senior Project Manager, Product Owner

  WOLOLO is a startup that develops a mobile application combining group buying, discount vouchers, and social networking features.• Successfully launched WOLOLO by overseeing both product and project management, resulting in the app's timely release and meeting all project milestones.• Ensured seamless product development by collaborating daily with the founder and development team, driving the mobile app from concept to launch with precision.• Reduced development costs by 30% through strategic research and securing external resources, optimising the project budget while delivering high-quality results.• Delivered a high-quality mobile app by executing a detailed project plan with thorough testing and iteration, ensuring the product met user needs and business objectives.• Enhanced user experience by leading product design and validation, defining key features, and driving UI design, resulting in a more intuitive and user-friendly application.• Increased project efficiency by 20% by managing the project lifecycle and implementing process improvements, ensuring alignment with business goals and high-quality outcomes.• Boosted project efficacy by 30% through the adoption of agile methodologies, refining project management processes, and improving overall execution.• Improved project quality by coordinating with department heads and third-party teams, ensuring the accurate implementation of product specifications.• Ensured alignment with project goals by partnering with the founder to review deliverables and provide feedback throughout the development process.Led an unprecedented mobile app project to provide a comprehensive life-style platform where users enjoy millions of discounts and amazing shopping experience at physical stores. Successfully obtained £100,000 seed investment and £600,000 angel investment Show less

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  SpinnrTech

  Nov 2020 - Dec 2023

  Project Manager

  Spinnr is a software development company specializing in custom solutions, including Crypto Trading platforms, Fintech applications, and Gaming software.• Improved team productivity by 25% by managing Epics and Stories on Jira, facilitating daily standups, sprint planning, and reviews, which streamlined project workflows and efficiently addressed challenges.• Boosted user retention and satisfaction by coordinating cross-functional teams, including data analysts and DevOps, optimizing performance and enhancing product engagement.• Reduced miscommunication issues by ensuring clear communication between stakeholders and development teams, effectively aligning requirements with deliverables and enhancing overall project execution.• Decreased project delays by 30% by providing regular updates on sprint progress, leading milestone reviews, and facilitating retrospectives that drove continuous team improvement.• Increased operational efficiency by 25% by launching a new office and relocating 200 employees using Agile methodologies, establishing effective teams and workflows, and ensuring regulatory compliance.• Accelerated project completion by 20% by developing project SOPs and a case study database, significantly reducing risks and leading to more predictable and successful project outcomes.• Improved project management efficiency by 30% by creating a customized project observation dashboard, providing actionable insights into progress, health, and risks. Show less