Hyung-Ju Go
Merchandiser
Seoul
Summary
Experienced professional in vendor management and sales growth, with a proven track record in driving business performance. Seeking to apply strategic and account management skills to contribute to team success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Merchandiser, M-Food Team
Lotte Home Shopping
05.2022 - Current
- Led the discovery of new vendors and products, including identifying a Polish sterilized milk vendor, which became the second highest-selling vendor in the department (until November 2024)
- Developed and nurtured a single product to become the top-selling product in the department (until November 2024)
- Achieved a 19% increase in sales and 13% increase in profit compared to the previous year
- 4-time recipient of the Excellence MD Award (1st place: 2 times, 2nd place: 1 time, 3rd place: 1 time)
- First place in the ‘Gwangcle Jeol’ 2024, the company’s largest event (Team Category)
- Top 10 finalist in the internal venture competition with a project proposal
Merchandiser, Korean Cuisine Product Team
CJ Freshway
07.2020 - 11.2021
- Reduced logistics costs and improved delivery speed by diversifying the destination points for strategic products
- Achieved a 10% increase in sales in the grain category during the challenging periods of COVID-19 and unusual weather conditions
- Top 10 finalist in the internal venture competition with a project proposal
Intern (Assistant Manager), Cambodia Office
Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT)
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Assisted domestic exporters in expanding internationally by identifying new buyers and building a network of clients
- Facilitated 56 buyer meetings with 28 companies, resulting in $1.5 million in consultations and 4 MOUs
- Authored two export strategy reports published on the official aT website (Kati)
- Received the Outstanding Intern Award (Team Category)
Military Police / Police Sergeant
05.2013 - 02.2015
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Korea University
05.2015 - 08.2019
Skills
- Vendor & Product Development: Expertise in sourcing and managing vendors, including driving new product launches and scaling high-performing products to top sales positions
- Sales & Profit Growth: Proven ability to drive a 19% sales increase and 13% profit growth through strategic product selection, sales management, and operational improvements
- Market Analysis: Strong analytical skills to assess business performance, identify growth opportunities, and implement actionable solutions
- Languages: Fluent in Korean and English; Japanese proficiency (JLPT N2)
- Microsoft Office: Advanced skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for reporting, analysis, and presentations
Certification
Computer Proficiency Level 2
Additional Information
Exchange Student at University of Hawaii at Manoa
Timeline
TOEIC 935
03-2025
JLPT N2
08-2024
Merchandiser, M-Food Team
Lotte Home Shopping
05.2022 - Current
Merchandiser, Korean Cuisine Product Team
CJ Freshway
07.2020 - 11.2021
Intern (Assistant Manager), Cambodia Office
Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT)
03.2019 - 05.2019
Computer Proficiency Level 2
02-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Korea University
05.2015 - 08.2019
Word Processor Certification (Single Grade)
12-2014
Military Police / Police Sergeant
05.2013 - 02.2015
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