Seung Hye Chung
Seoul, Korea,11
Summary
Global business professional with hands-on experience introducing Korean alcoholic beverage brands to the North American market. Experienced in B2B sales, retail channel development, and trade marketing across liquor stores, restaurants, and industry events. Strong understanding of provincial alcohol distribution systems in Canada, including product registration, import operations, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager | Beverage Import&Distribution
The Moose Imports Corp.
Vancouver, BC, Canada
09.2021 - 01.2026
- Managed import and distribution operations for 7 Korean alcoholic beverage brands across the Canadian market, supporting sales expansion and retail channel development.
- Developed B2B relationships with liquor retailers and restaurant accounts, securing new product placements and expanding retail distribution.
- Introduced Korean beverage brands to new retail accounts through direct sales outreach and partnership development.
- Represented brands at beer and wine festivals, organizing promotional booths and leading consumer tasting events to increase brand awareness and drive retail demand.
- Coordinated international shipments from Korea and managed logistics to maintain consistent product supply across multiple Canadian provinces.
- Managed provincial product registration and regulatory documentation required for alcohol distribution within Canadian liquor retail systems.
- Facilitated communication between Korean suppliers and Canadian distribution partners to support smooth import and supply chain operations.
- Supported brand promotion initiatives and retail marketing activities aimed at increasing visibility and product adoption in local markets.
Assistant Store Manager
Harbour Food Market
Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed daily retail operations including inventory control, merchandising, and cash handling.
- Supervised staff scheduling and task assignments to maintain efficient store operations.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and customer service standards.
English Instructor
Avalon English+
Bundang, Korea
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Instructed English classes for diverse student levels, adapting approaches to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions to support individual learning needs.
- Assessed student progress by providing frequent feedback through written reports and verbal evaluations.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Alberta
AB, Canada11-2018
Skills
- B2B Sales & Account Development
- Trade Marketing & Retail Channel Strategy
- Liquor Retail Distribution (Canada)
- Import Operations & International Logistics
- Product Registration & Regulatory Compliance
- Brand Promotion & Event Marketing
- Cross-Cultural Communication
Timeline
Operations Manager | Beverage Import&Distribution
The Moose Imports Corp.
09.2021 - 01.2026
Assistant Store Manager
Harbour Food Market
03.2020 - 09.2021
English Instructor
Avalon English+
02.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Alberta