Alvin Wong
About Alvin Wong
Alvin Wong is a Recruitment Manager with extensive expertise in various fields including Supply Chain Management and Logistics. He transitioned from a career in logistics to recruitment, currently specializing in hiring for Teleport, AirAsia's logistics division.
Work at AirAsia
Alvin Wong currently serves as the Recruitment Manager at AirAsia, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he specializes in recruiting talent for Teleport, AirAsia's logistics arm. His focus is on enhancing the logistics landscape across the region by identifying and attracting skilled professionals in various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Alvin Wong studied at Staffordshire University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Computing from 2001 to 2005. He possesses expertise in recruiting across multiple domains, including Supply Chain Management, Operations, Warehousing & Distribution, Logistics & Transportation, Planning, Sales, Procurement, and Customer Service.
Background in Logistics and Recruitment
Before transitioning to recruitment, Alvin Wong built a career in logistics and shipping. He worked in various roles, including as a Key Account Manager at Maersk Line and as a Business Development Executive at DB Schenker. His extensive industry experience provides him with valuable insights that enhance his effectiveness as a recruiter.
Previous Experience at Robert Walters
From 2014 to 2021, Alvin Wong worked as a Principal Consultant in Supply Chain, Logistics & Procurement at Robert Walters in Kuala Lumpur. During his seven years at the firm, he developed a strong understanding of the recruitment landscape within these sectors, further solidifying his expertise in talent acquisition.
Career Progression in Logistics
Alvin Wong's career in logistics began at DHL Global Forwarding, where he worked as a Logistics Executive from 2008 to 2010. He then progressed to roles at DB Schenker and Maersk Line, gaining experience that would later inform his recruitment strategies in the logistics sector.