Zhan Gao

• Supply chain controlling processes optimization. Improved transportation cost transparency and implemented new automated procedures for cost allocation and control • Maximized product margin by driving variance analysis. Created a financial model to analyze cost structure, customer profile and product mix. Identified root-causes of variance • Developed KPI dashboard to identify opportunities for operational efficiency improvement.

-Conducted financial analysis, measured credit exposure and assessed internal credit ratings -Collaborated with business partners on process optimization and business transformation -Updated Risk Weighted Assets calculation based on Basel III and Chinese banking regulations -Developed relationship with financial institutions. Spearheaded communications and help clients resolve problems -Monitored counterparty credit risk for money market products and OTC derivatives

-Developed financial model to forecast market size. -Conducted cost-benefit analysis that supported client’s capacity investment decision -Researched automotive industry in South Africa and Brazil

-Performed pre-IPO due diligence for a leading HK restaurant group. Compiled market prospects overview report that provided key basis for client’s IPO prospectus -Benchmarked KPI by analyzing financial and operational data. Prepared competitive analysis report