Zhi Qi Lin
About Zhi Qi Lin
Zhi Qi Lin is the Director of Brand Building Purchases at Procter & Gamble, with extensive experience in e-commerce, media, and commodity sourcing.
Director - Brand Building Purchases at Procter & Gamble
Zhi Qi Lin currently holds the position of Director - Brand Building Purchases at Procter & Gamble. In his role, which he started in 2022, he brings his extensive expertise to the forefront in managing brand building initiatives through strategic purchasing. He is based in Singapore and is responsible for overseeing the procurement aspects that contribute to the company’s brand development.
Career at Procter & Gamble
Zhi Qi Lin has a robust career history with Procter & Gamble, spanning several roles and numerous responsibilities. He served as the Head of Indonesia E-commerce Marketing Manager from 2019 to 2022 in Jakarta. Prior to that, he was the Senior Purchasing Manager - APAC Media, Measurement, Brand Building Services & Innovation in Singapore from 2014 to 2019. His earlier roles include Senior Purchasing Manager - Global Chemicals & Palm Commodity Sourcing (2011-2014) and Purchasing Manager (2011-2013), both based in Singapore.
Educational Background
Zhi Qi Lin attended Singapore Management University, where he studied International Trading and Supply Chain Management, as well as Finance, Commodity Trading, and Supply Chain. He graduated with a Bachelor of Business Management and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in 2011. His academic background provided a solid foundation for his extensive career in supply chain and procurement management.
Expertise in Indirect and Direct Spend Management
Zhi Qi Lin has extensive experience in both indirect and direct spend management. His expertise encompasses E-commerce, media, and commodity sourcing. He has worked extensively in managing procurement processes that support both marketing and operational functions within Procter & Gamble.
Passion for Coaching and Organizational Development
Zhi Qi Lin has shown a strong passion for coaching throughout his career. He has played a significant role in elevating organizational capabilities in both Purchasing and Marketing at Procter & Gamble. His efforts have contributed to enhancing the skills and effectiveness of various teams within the company.