Yifan Ren
Chengdu
Summary
Commercial operations and administrative professional with experience in commercial operations, business administration, stakeholder engagement, commercial research and reporting across Mainland China and Australia. Experienced in managing day-to-day commercial operations, preparing business documentation, coordinating stakeholders, maintaining operational records and supporting commercial decision-making. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Operations Officer
China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute
09.2024 - Current
- Manage the day-to-day administrative and commercial operations of Gramophone 1982, a 10,000 m² urban renewal business park, serving as the primary contact for tenants, property management teams, government departments and external partners.
- Develop management reports, presentation materials, meeting documentation and business correspondence for commercial planning and operational management.
- Maintain commercial databases, operational records, Excel trackers and document control systems, ensuring accurate records and timely follow-up.
- Manage stakeholder meetings, business visits and promotional activities, overseeing scheduling, documentation and implementation.
- Analyse tenant performance and commercial data to support business reviews, tenant planning and operational improvements.
- Delivered key commercial initiatives contributing to a sustained 92% occupancy rate and the launch of two brands' first Chengdu locations.
Urban Planning Researcher
China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Conducted market, policy and industry research for urban regeneration and development projects.
- Analysed demographic, economic and commercial data and produced reports and presentation materials for management, clients and government authorities.
- Managed stakeholder interviews, meetings and site visits, translating research into practical planning recommendations.
Commercial Researcher (Part-time)
Creative Activation
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Evaluated customer experience and retail environments through structured commercial assessments.
- Produced concise client reports based on field findings and commercial analysis.
Retail Operations Assistant (Part-time)
Claremont Supermarket
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Managed daily retail operational tasks including inventory records, stock availability and replenishment coordination.
Contracts & Business Development Intern
Chengdu Rail Urban Investment Group Co., Ltd.
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Prepared business proposals, commercial correspondence and contract documentation.
- Managed project records and coordinated documentation, meetings and follow-up with internal and external stakeholders.
Business Planning & Marketing Intern
Chengdu Ronggang Commercial Development Co., Ltd.
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducted station commercial research covering passenger flow, customer behaviour, retail demand and tenant mix.
- Completed 80+ customer interviews and developed structured commercial reports and recommendations.
Planning Research Intern
Nikken Sekkei Ltd.
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared research reports and presentation materials.
- Collaborated with Japanese and Chinese project teams in a cross-cultural working environment.
Education
Marketing Master -
Monash University
Melbourne07-2023
Landscape Architectural Design Bachelor - undefined
RMIT University
Melbourne03-2021
Urban Design & Landscape Design - undefined
Technische Universität Berlin
Berlin10-2019
Skills
- Commercial Operations: Commercial operations, tenant coordination, stakeholder engagement, commercial reporting
- Administration & Documentation: Document preparation, records management, meeting coordination, filing
- Research & Analysis: Commercial research, market analysis, Excel-based data analysis
- Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Languages: Mandarin (Native), English (Professional Working Proficiency, PTE Overall 84/90), Cantonese
SELECTED COMMERCIAL CONSULTING PROJECT
- ENDOTA Korea Market Expansion Project
- Selected as one of 30 students from approximately 700 marketing students; conducted a 20-day market study and developed an initial Korea market-entry strategy.
Timeline
Commercial Operations Officer
China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute
09.2024 - Current
Urban Planning Researcher
China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute
07.2023 - 09.2024
Commercial Researcher (Part-time)
Creative Activation
03.2023 - 07.2023
Contracts & Business Development Intern
Chengdu Rail Urban Investment Group Co., Ltd.
12.2021 - 03.2022
Retail Operations Assistant (Part-time)
Claremont Supermarket
11.2021 - 07.2023
Business Planning & Marketing Intern
Chengdu Ronggang Commercial Development Co., Ltd.
11.2020 - 01.2021
Planning Research Intern
Nikken Sekkei Ltd.
12.2019 - 02.2020
Urban Design & Landscape Design - undefined
Technische Universität Berlin
Landscape Architectural Design Bachelor - undefined
RMIT University
Marketing Master -
Monash University