In 1996, Mr. Zhang joined Shekou Huamei Steel Company, rising from Trade Manager to Deputy General Manager. In 2004, he simultaneously served as Deputy General Manager of Guangdong Huamei Group and General Manager of Shenzhen Huamei Steel Co., Ltd. In 2006, he became the General Manager of Shenzhen Huamei Sheet Material while retaining his position as Deputy General Manager of Guangdong Huamei Group. Despite his increased responsibilities after his promotion to management in 2004, Mr. Zhang continued his education and earned two Master's degrees in Business Administration and Industrial Engineering from China University of Geosciences. Due to significant changes in the equity structure of Welmetal Resources Group in 2013, Mr. Zhang became an Executive Director and one of the principal shareholders of the group.