Le Quoc Thinh

Food Technologist / R&D / Ops

LOC: Tien Giang, Vietnam

TEL: +84 387876760

EML: thinh@lequocthinh.io.vn

WEB: lequocthinh.io.vn

System.Profile

Analytical and agile Food Technologist bridging Research & Development (R&D), Quality Management Systems (QMS), and Commercial Operations.

Brings nearly two years of intensive, cross-functional experience in an SME manufacturing environment (FMCG sector). Proven track record in driving product innovation from lab-scale prototypes to line-scale commercialization, optimizing formulations for sensory excellence and cost-efficiency.

Demonstrates robust capability in sales administration, end-to-end order fulfillment, supply chain auditing, and digital marketing to position local agricultural products for global export. Adept at cross-functional coordination, problem-solving under pressure, and managing B2B/B2C client relationships.

> AI Integration: Leverages ChatGPT, Google Gemini, DeepSeek to streamline data analysis, automate technical documentation, and accelerate market research.

Core.Nodes

Formulation & Scale-up Tech Transfer Sensory Eval / Shelf-life HACCP, FSSC 22000, BRC GMP, CAPA, Traceability Gen AI & Prompt Eng Automated Reporting B2B/B2C Order Proc CRM & Sales Rep 3PL & Inventory Supplier Audit (SA8000) BOM, SOPs, TDS, HDSX Market Entry Strategy B2B E-commerce Adv MS Office

Edu.Log

Tien Giang University

> B.Eng. Food Technology (2026)

Class: Excellent (GPA: 3.6/4.0)
Honors: Merit Scholarship (2024, 2025)
Courses: Food Safety Mgt, Processing Tech, QC, Product Innovation & Dev.
Applied Knowledge: Leveraged academic foundation in R&D, QMS, and biochemistry to scale FMCG lines, resolve technical issues, and establish commercial operations in an SME.

Cert.Registry

TOEIC 900/990 English – Professional Working Prof.
HACCP & ISO 22000:2018 Awareness / Internal Auditor (Trained)
Google Digital Garage Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

Execution.Timeline

Son Thinh Phat Co., Ltd

> R&D, QA & Commercial Operations Specialist

JAN 2024 - PRESENT

01. R&D & Product Innovation

Formulated and tested over 20+ iterations of dehydrated fruit prototypes, adjusting osmotic dehydration parameters and drying temperatures to optimize sensory attributes (taste, texture, color) and extend shelf-life by 15%.
Executed seamless technology transfer from pilot scale to mass production line, drafting and standardizing comprehensive technical documentation, including Bill of Materials (BOM), manufacturing guidelines (HDSX), and quality testing protocols.
Researched and evaluated alternative natural ingredients and packaging materials (PKG), achieving a 5% reduction in production costs. Applied AI tools to analyze unstructured consumer feedback and competitor technical data to guide formulation adjustments.
Coordinated cross-functional alignment across processing, packaging, and QA/QC departments to ensure all R&D projects were executed within strict timelines and budgetary constraints.

02. QA/QC & Regulatory Compliance

Led internal gap analysis and initiated the transition of factory operations toward HACCP, GMP, and FSSC 22000 compliance, ensuring FMCG product formulas adhere to international food safety regulations.
Conducted Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implemented Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for process deviations, reducing batch non-conformity rates by 12% over a 12-month period.
Established Critical Control Points (CCPs) on the production floor and conducted routine hygiene, sanitation, and quality inspections for both raw materials and finished goods.

03. Sales Admin & Fulfillment

Managed end-to-end B2B and B2C order processing workflows, ensuring 100% accuracy in invoice generation, commercial contracts, and customer database updates via MS Excel and internal CRM tools.
Coordinated directly with 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partners, freight forwarders, and internal warehouse teams to track shipments, resolve cross-border delivery issues, and maintain a 98% on-time fulfillment rate.
Handled domestic and international client inquiries, providing technical product specifications (TDS), pricing quotations, and post-sales support to ensure high customer retention.
Compiled monthly sales reports and utilized DeepSeek / Gemini to process large datasets, automating the analysis of revenue targets, inventory turnover ratios, and market demand fluctuations.

04. Supply Chain & Procurement

Traveled extensively (allocating 30% of working time) to audit domestic agricultural zones, rigorously evaluating raw jackfruit suppliers against quality baselines and foundational social responsibility standards (SA8000, SMETA).
Restructured warehouse inventory data management using advanced MS Excel, implementing demand forecasting models that prevented production bottlenecks and minimized raw material spoilage.
Proposed and implemented immediate technical solutions to resolve material-related inconsistencies encountered during mass production, ensuring continuous operational flow.

05. Int. Business Dev & Brand PR

Conducted comprehensive market analysis, assessing international industry trends and competitor activities to formulate data-driven market entry strategies for the EU and US regions.
Identified and cultivated a pipeline of potential B2B international distributors, utilizing ChatGPT Prompt Eng to draft localized English-language product dossiers and facilitate preliminary contract reviews.
Directed digital marketing initiatives, managing the company's B2B e-commerce presence and social media channels; developed AI-assisted promotional content that increased inbound international inquiries by 25%.
Acted as the primary liaison for strategic accounts, providing precise technical data, processing B2B/B2C orders, generating invoices, and coordinating with logistics partners to resolve cross-border fulfillment challenges.

Project.Data

Optimization of Osmotic Dehydration Process for Jackfruit

> Capstone Project | Tien Giang Univ & Son Thinh Phat Co.

Applied statistical methodologies and lab testing to optimize temperature and sugar concentration parameters, directly correlating academic research with the 5% production cost reduction achieved at the manufacturing facility.
Documented findings in a comprehensive technical dossier formatted to meet FSSC 22000 document control standards.