Hello, I'm
Data and Supply Chain Analyst
Graphic and UI/UX Designer
Technical Researcher
Web Developer
Yap Min Ru Vicki
I am an aspiring
Final-Year DSC Undergraduate at Singapore Institute of Technology
About Me
Highest Qualification
Bachelor of Science (Hons)Projects Completed
Over 50Certifications Earned
Over 200
Independently resourceful and proficient at integrating technologies into traditional
processes to enhance operational efficiency and foster innovative user-centric solutionings.
With a strong interest in collaborative problem-solving through data analytics and
UI/UX, and about 4 years of experience in driving digital transformation, I excel at executing
initiatives aligned with business goals to deliver impactful outcomes.
Education Journey
Singapore Institute of Technology (Engineering Cluster)
Bachelor of Science with Honours in Digital Supply Chain
Date: Sep 2022 - PresentRelevant Modules: Demand and Inventory Planning, E-Commerce Logistics, Environmental Sustainability Management and Measurement, Industrial Internet of Things and Data Analytics, Operations Research and Risk Management, Supply Chain Solutions Design, Systems and Project Management, Systems Modelling and Simulation, Web Systems and Technologies
Academic Certifications: Choo-Lim Scholarship, Lee Foundation Bursary, SIT Bursary External Certifications: DataCamp Statement of Accomplishment in Data Scientist with Python Track, Google IT Support Professional Certificate, Google UX Design Professional Certificate, Math Quest Course Completion Record of Achievement (ROA)
Singapore Polytechnic (School of Computing)
Diploma in Information Technology (Specialisation in User Experience)
Date: Apr 2019 - May 2022 Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs): Badminton, SP-BP MentoringRelevant Modules: Data Engineering, Digital Visual/ Infographics/ User Interaction and Interface Design, Enterprise Systems Development, Front-end and Back-end Web Development, Fundamentals of Programming and Computing, Mobile Application Development, Software Engineering
External Certifications: Apple Teacher Certificate of Recognition, HackerRank Certificate in Basic Go/ Basic React/ Intermediate SQL
Top 30% in LinkedIn Skill Assessment (Tools and Technologies) on Adobe Illustrator, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Angular, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Git, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), HTML, JavaScript, JSON, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Automate, MongoDB, MySQL, Node.js, NoSQL, Python (Programming Language), React.js, REST APIs, Swift (Programming Language), Transact-SQL (T-SQL)
Top 30% in LinkedIn Skill Assessment (Industry Knowledge) on Agile Methodologies, Cybersecurity, Front-end Development, IT Operations, Machine Learning, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), and Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Jurongville Secondary School
Singapore-Cambridge GCE Ordinary Level
Date: Jan 2016 - Dec 2018 Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs): Audio-Visual Media, Badminton, Floorball, TchoukballRelevant Modules: Chinese, Combined Humanities in Geography and Social Studies, Elementary and Additional Mathematics, English, Principles of Accounts, Pure Chemistry, Pure Physics
Academic Certifications: CDC-CCC Education Merit Award, Edusave Scholarship, JVS Pride Award (Perseverance), Wan Bilingual Award, Young Engineer Silver Award External Certifications: Pass with Commendation for Advanced Elective Module in E-Business Dynamics, Scientific Thinking Programme Outstanding Project Award, Singapore Digital Media Award Certificate of Participation, SwimSafer Stage 1 Award
Jurong West Secondary School
Secondary 1 Semestral Results
Date: Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs): Gymnastics, ScienceRelevant Modules: Art, Chinese, Design and Technology, English, Food and Consumer Education, Geography, History, Literature, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Science
Academic Certifications: Edusave Scholarship, Mid Year Principal's List, End of Year Principal's List External Certifications: Chemical Powered Car Competition Certificate of Participation, Tan Kah Kee Young Inventors' Award
Juying Primary School
Primary School Leaving Examination Certificate
Date: Jan 2009 - Dec 2014 Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs): Arts and Crafts, Badminton, Eco-Green, English Drama and Debate, LibraryRelevant Modules: Chinese and Higher Chinese, English, Mathematics, Science
Academic Certifications: Edusave Certificate of Academic Achievement External Certifications: Gymnastics Grade A+ Certificate, Sony Creative Science Award Certificate of Participation
Work Experiences
CEVA Logistics
Digital Automation Intern (Robotics and Automation Department)
Date: Sep 2024 - Dec 2024Job Scope:
• CAD modeling and design of company merchandise (keychains) for distribution to customers during Innovation Week, assisting with its 3D printing during prototyping (pre-mass production) phase
• Demo simulation model of my past project using Oculus Meta Quest 3 headset to customers at Virtual Reality (VR) Showcase booth during Innovation Week, assisting in setup for all necessary wirings
• Design Excel template to monitor manpower productivity by activity breakdown across 10+ weeks, with identification of key maintenance alarm codes and analysis of solutioning provided
• Develop 24 variations of simulation models using Visual Components software, supported with statistics of different layout configurations, to identify optimal layout and resources allocation
• Perform additional statistical analysis in Excel to maximize machine run time and overall VAS workers productivity based on above simulated variables, consolidated into PowerPoint as handover documents for Logistics Analyst Intern and Solution Team Manager
• Led research and procurement of necessary hardware for Automated Conveyor Feeder Proof-of-Concept (POC), creation of technical documentation for prototype workflow, programming of Arduino board for stepper motor movement
• Main support for all other related ad-hoc tasks ie. conducting maintenance costs studies of servicing reports in Excel using VBA Macros, analysis of picking station productivity based on volume of B2B to B2C customers, technical writing of handover documents including instructions on Excel data analysis, VR headset configuration, simulation model layout setup etc.
• Awarded Certificate of Completion in One CEVA Code e learning, CEVA Global Gifts, Entertainment & Hospitality Training, and CEVA's Global Anti-Corruption Training courses
Innovation Intern (Freight Forwarding Department)
Date: Jul 2024 - Aug 2024Job Scope:
• Develop simulation model using Visual Components software, to access feasibility of implementing automation in supplier warehouse, supported with statistics of manual vs automated logistics context
• Develop Power BI dashboards to facilitate transition from Excel for improved visualization of relevant metrics such as total operational time, actual utilization percentages, and VAS scheduled activity insights of Fanuc palletizing robot, Nachi kitting robot, and Levels 2 and 4 in general
• Develop front-end web interface using HTML and CSS, and wrote back-end functions in JS to calculate and render Chart.js visualizations of data recorded by IoT sensors
• Main support for all other related ad-hoc tasks ie. maintain Excel for stock-taking of B.Lab inventory, research of robotics technical specifications for creation of pitch decks, UI/UX wireframing and prototyping using Figma platform of Proof-of-Concept (POC) application done in collaboration with a local University
Bolloré Logistics
Innovation Intern (Innovation Overhead Department)
Date: May 2023 - Jun 2024Job Scope:
• Hardwire infrared (IR), light dependent resistor (LDR), and proximity sensors, and connect them over Wi-Fi to Arduino UNO and ESP32 microcontrollers based on pinout diagrams drawn using Fritzing
• Program, CAD model, and 3D print Internet-of-Things (IoT) sensor accessories eg. casings and mountings using Arduino IDE, Autodesk Fusion and UltiMaker Cura/FlashPrint software respectively
• Deploy configured IoT sensors using Azure IoT Central cloud service, to conduct data analysis of robot utilization percentage, operational hours, and actual utilization time on Value-Added-Services (VAS) levels 2 and 5, presenting relevant metrics in Excel and PowerPoint reports
• Develop simulation model using Visual Components software, to showcase warehousing automation solutioning on level 3 ie. Automated Storage Retrieval Systems (ASRS), Automated Guided Vehicles/Autonomous Mobile Robots (AGVs/AMRs), Goods-to-Person (GTP) technologies, and Industrial Conveyor Systems
• Main support to B.Lab Curator and Office Manager for all other related ad-hoc tasks ie. maintain inventory of toe-caps and safety vests, photographer during external parties' visits
DBS Bank
Social Innovation Project Student
Date: Oct 2023 - Apr 2024Job Scope:
• Independently analyzed global food-related statistics, conducted intensive market research on local food insecurity issues, and concluded restrictions of existing initiatives to identify potential areas for prototyping opportunities
• Liaise with Prof-in-charge and DBS staff-in-charge to ensure smooth delivery of project plans before stipulated deadlines throughout the academic trimesters
• Offer interdisciplinary approach and insights on the DBS‐03 problem statement through collaboration with a fellow Digital Supply Chain undergrad and 3 other Physiotherapy undergrads
• Took charge of poster design in outlining key details of problem statement's background and solutioning on Canva and Google Slides platforms
PSA BDP
Lead Logistics Provider Product Intern
Date: May 2023 - Aug 2023Job Scope:
• Create data visualisations to analyze areas for improvement
• Coordinate feedback to further refine and improve existing LLP products
• Develop robotic process automation (RPA) integrated with intuitive user interface using Power Automate, and implement this solution to fix manual contact tracing workflow issue for PSA Keppel Distripark
• Perform root cause analysis and identify process wastes for port operations
• Prepare business analysis and presentation for internal management review with LLP team's Senior Product Development Manager
Singapore Institute of Technology
Digital Supply Chain Lab Student Helper
Date: Dec 2022 - Jan 2023Job Scope:
• Build website using Flask linked with Azure database for CRUD operations
• Build website using Dash and Flask frameworks to simulate macroeconomic factors in supply chains through charts generation via Plotly.Js
• Conduct research on Sentiment Analysis and its applications in Supply Chain demand planning, with a set of slides, posters, and a 5-pages report about my findings using NewsAPI and BERT HuggingFace
Pinnacle Financial Group
Frontend Web Developer and UI/UX Designer
Date: Mar 2021 - Aug 2021Job Scope:
• Design working prototypes for web and mobile user interfaces using Adobe Illustrator and XD
• Develop responsive web to mobile interfaces using Bootstrap framework and ReactJS MUI components
• Configure website connections to a MySQL cloud database, and hosting of frontend and backend on GoDaddy and AWS platforms respectively
• Liaise with Lecturer-in-charge and PFG staff-in-charge to ensure smooth delivery of project plans before stipulated deadlines throughout the academic semester
• Offer interdisciplinary approach and insights on the Final Year Project problem statement through collaboration with 4 other DIT students who are differently specializing in Software Development
AppsPOS
Full-Stack Web Developer, Digital Marketer and UI/UX Designer
Date: Mar 2021 - Aug 2021Job Scope:
• Assist the team in supporting business operations such as handling of customer queries
• Build online presence of company on social media platforms through creation of digital marketing collaterals in infographics and video formats
• Contribute to the review, analysis and verification of business and software requirements
• Create and maintain visual interfaces and prototypes of 4th and 5th generation web, mobile and point-of-sales system applications in accordance to technical detailed wireframes and annotations
• Develop test plan and perform testing to determine usability of 4th generation web, mobile and point-of-sales system applications
• Perform UI/UX production tasks such as designing of icons, logos, graphic user interface elements, building of page navigation buttons and search fields
• Program frontend and backend of dashboard, users, branch outlets, brands and package type pages of an inventory monitoring and stock count web app using Angular, HTML and CSS frameworks
Resorts World Sentosa
Retail Sales Associate
Date: May 2019 - Dec 2020Job Scope:
• Arrangement of window and store displays
• Assisting with inventory management, stock count and replenishment using FIFO method
• Managing customer relations, Galaxy and POS systems
SS50 Event Crew
Date: Mar 2019 - Apr 2019Job Scope:
• Collaborated with several other crew members in organizing the Sesame Street 50 Years and Counting Celebration (SS50) event
• Assist guests with redemption and trading of 10 different types of pin designs ie. Elmo, Cookie Monster, Oscar the Grouch, Bert, Ernie, Big Bird, Grover, Count Von Count, "50 Years and Counting" text and Sesame Street Montage
• Promote Sesame Street themed events such as A Walk Down Sesame Street exhibition, Birthday Blowout Show, Block Party and Rhythm Truck performances available at specific timings to guests
• Stock up the gashapon machines and maintain the collectible pins inventory
• Track guests fulfillment of minimum spending of $60 and calculate total spending/profit/loss across Retail and F&B outlet category using Excel functions
Technical Skills and Professional Knowledge
Computer-Aided-Design (CAD) and 3D Printing
Cloud Computing and Internet-of-Things (IoT) Deployment
Cybersecurity and
Web Accessability Testing
Data Analysis and Visualisation Techniques
Database Administration and Querying
Full-Stack Development and Programming
Graphic and User Interface/Experience (UI/UX) Design
Integrated Development Environment (IDE) and Operating Systems
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and 2D/3D Simulation Modeling
Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Logistics
Technical Documentation for Project Management
Video Editing for Digital Marketing
Projects Portfolio
All
BIZ
ICT
SCM
UI/UX
Visual Components Projects
Developed simulation models to identifyoptimal layout and resource allocation
between manual and automated
warehouse logistical processes
3D Printed Components
Followed industrial design principles indesign of IoT sensor accessories, event
merchandise and custom parts using
Autodesk Fusion 360 and slicers
E-Commerce Logistics
A research case study on innovative crossborder logistics perspectives, and analysis
on impacts of Smart Logistics for re-design
of existing E-Commerce structures in Asia
Aggregate Planning
Determined highest yearly profit usingExcel Solver functions, and developed
Python Optimization solution in CLI
using Linear Programming concept
Production Lines Simulation
Applied simulation modeling approachto production line layout, with value
stream mapping and statistical analysis
to improve SMT process performance
Spaceship Titanic
81% accuracy survival rate prediction byfeature engineering and hyperparameter
tuning using an ensemble method from
LogReg, RF, XGBoost, and CatBoost
Machine Learning Intro
Created single/multilayer perceptrons insklearn and PyTorch, and defined Python
functions for normalization, activation,
MSE loss, forward backward propagation
SCOR Model Solution Design
Performed value stream mapping, rootcause analysis, and solutioning upon
review of current supply chain process
design from inbound to export
Pen-Testing using Burp Suite
Executed basic to intermediate exploitsagainst the OWASP Juice Shop website
to identify hidden security vulnerabilities,
and suggest mitigation approaches
PBI Dashboard for Planning
Developed 6 Power BI dashboard typesto conduct what-if analysis and support
benchmarking on monthly inventory
policies performance from Tkinter GUI
Living It Out
Designed a board game to improvethe elderlies' awareness on the local
government assistance schemes
available to tackle old age burdens
Steganography GUI
Developed a LSB replacement programin Python and Streamlit, to encode and
decode TEXT payload from audio and
image cover objects
Tkinter GUI for Planning
Developed a demand forecasting UI tool,with defined Python functions to evaluate
and check accruacy of AR, ARMA, SES and
HWES algorithms
Supply Chain 4.0 in Energy
Proposed assistive technology solutionsfor challenges faced by the Renewable
Energy industry in terms of supply chain
objectives and planning functions
Press No Whammy
Developed based on the Press Your Luckgameshow, using HTML, JavaScript and
jQuery UI frameworks, styled with CSS,
and hosted on GitHub pages
Blocki (Block + Vicki)
Developed an ad-free version of 1010! formom, using HTML, JavaScript and jQuery
UI frameworks, styled with CSS, and hosted
on Neocities at https://blocki.neocities.org/
DSCIT IoT
Proposed an integrated solutioning, withROI calculation, to tackle the logistical
issues of traditional warehouse space
allocation and management processes
J&J Financial Analysis
Analyzed pre and post-pandemic assetsefficiency, liability solvency, and liquidity,
with relevance to research on Johnson's
global supply chain and business model
Frying Nemo
Developed a CRUD operation websitepublished to a LAMP server, connected
to a MySQL database, with secure code
functions against SQL-I and XSS attacks
Space Sweepers
Developed an intergalactical shootinggame environment using libGDX, and
mechanics using Java object oriented
programmming concept principles
Skills Learning Space
Developed an online resource site usingBootstrap and JavaScript, where the
low-income can access coding tutorials
and source for relevant technology jobs
CLI Chatbot
Developed a progressive-learning chatbotcapable of responding to simple queries,
made up of a single question word (intent)
and an object (entity), using C language
Hotel Review Sentiment Analysis
Manipulation using Wordnet Lemmatizerwith NLTK and spaCy, visualised using
Matplotlib, Seaborn, Wordcloud, and via
a self-developed Streamlit user interface
Data Scientist with Python Track
Completion of 6 problem statements onreal-world data science and machine
learning solved using Python, as part of
the University preparation curriculum
PFG Financial Consultant Website
UI/UX and front-end development of siteto record insurance and investment details
of customers, with points management
for internal performance benchmarking
Business Negotitation in France
Research on common etiquettes withinthe business environment to propose
solutions for overcoming challenges
that arise from cultural differences
Enterprise System Development
Step-by-step instructions on exploitationof OWASP's top security vulnerabilities,
pen-test rectifications for secure coding
of data structure and error handling
Software Engineering Practice
Role of Scrum Master to perform effortestimation, minute meetings, interview
of Product Owner to outline user story
cards, test cases, and burndown chart
Infographic Resume
An infographic drawn using AdobeIllustrator as the vector tool, with visual
components based on my resume
details on education and hobbies
Meeting Time Voter
Developed full-stack web app to find ameeting time slot efficiently, with APIs
hosted on Github Pages and Heroku,
database connectivity via PostgreSQL
Car Company Databases
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)and data warehouse setup for a car
company using SQL and SparkSQL
in Microsoft SQL Server and Databricks
EZFitness (Adobe XD)
Mobile and web prototype to helpusers keep track of calories and water
intake, while promoting healthy
eateries and workout video tutorials
Grocery Shop Database
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)setup for a grocery shop using SQL
in Microsoft SQL Server, querying
meaningful insights on products sold
McDonald's Digital Marketing
PEST factors identification, SWOTanalysis, and multimedia content
creation strategy based on its online
value proposition (OVP) pillars
Lemon Study (Adobe XD)
Mobile and web prototype of anE-Learning app, featuring Study with
Friends, Ask Experts and Read
E-Books functionalities
SnapSell
Back-end focused website, withimplementation of RESTful endpoints
for login, logout and product search
functions from MySQL database
Digital Visual Design
Artwork translated from design ideasto mock-up to digital canvas using
Adobe Photoshop as the imaging tool,
with integration of original photos
SGWallet (Marvel)
Mobile and tablet prototype of anE-Receipt and Finance Management
app, with e-payment, expenditures
tracking, and points redemption
GradsUNIon
Front-end focused website, which aimsto equip ITE, JC or Poly graduates with
a better understanding of the tertiary
education and industrial job options
Cloud Computing Configuration
Step-by-step instructions on Wordpresswebsite and Ubuntu virtual machine
creation, provisioning, secure shell (SSH),
and backup to instance using PuTTY
Terminal Quiz Application
Developed unique text-based userinterface using JavaScript as a
Multiple-Choice-Question (MCQ)
quiz application for students
E-Business Blog
A blogshop to do e-commerce onsocial media with in-build promotional
features to boost site viewers traffic
via the Blogger platform
HANTS-FREE
A scientific investigation on the effectsof lavender, lemongrass, mint leaf, and
pandan leaf in keeping ants away from
babies in a "hands-free" manner
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Testimonials and Referrals
Founding Director of AppsPOS
Vicki has strong abilities to understand concepts and workflow quickly... and execute ideas independently... accepts tasks readily and value adds... a highly efficient worker as she completes tasks assigned to her well before the intended deadline. Overall, she bonds well with the team... has accomplished much in AppsPOS and most of her work will form the pieces for commercially viable products in the market. We like to recognise Vicki's efforts and give her an A+ for her performance in AppsPOS.
Secondary 3 and 4 Class Mentors
A cheerful and self-directed individual who has demonstrated growth in her character and leadership capabilities over her four years in school. An amiable person, she has both positively influenced and motivated her peers. A pleasant student, Vicki was well-liked by her peers. Her sensible and dependable nature, as well as her great sense of determination to succeed will guide her well in her future endeavors.
Secondary 3 and 4 Class Mentors
She was attentive in class and was willing to go the extra mile to give her best in her assignments. Her consistently good achievements enabled her to receive the Edusave Scholarship from 2015 to 2016 and the Edusave Certificate of Academic Achievement in 2017. In 2018, her hard work enabled her to receive the CDC-CCC Education Merit Award. Her flair and proficiency in both the English and Chinese was recognized when she was awarded the Wan Bilingual Award.
