David VanEvery
Cartersville,GA
Summary
Well-versed in developing and implementing effective sales strategies to maximize profits. Strong negotiator with experience in developing new business as well as increasing share with existing clients. Talented trainer and personnel developer with good people and problem-solving abilities. Knowledgeable about complying with company standards while increasing efficiency, customer satisfaction and bottom-line profitability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Sales Manager
Toyo Tires North America OE
01.2022 - Current
- Seek out and obtain new OE business opportunities for US and European tire markets
- Negotiate contract terms to maximize market penetration and long-term growth
- Manage development and bid specifications for OE customers including Toyota, Ford, and Nissan
- Research, prepare, and present market information to the OE team in order to stay ahead of emerging trends
- Generated sales report to help upper management make effective decisions and sales plans.
- Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and negotiation
Assistant Project Manager
Kobayashi Americas Manufacturing, KAM
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Oversaw projects from initial proposal through design and eventual market launch
- Designed packaging and production procedures for new and existing products
- Responsible for OEM/Supplier partnering process, including research, auditing, and contract negotiation
- Created and maintained internal procedure for testing, quality control, and document control purposes
- Facilitated communication and organization between Sales/Marketing and Production
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Documented project progress to fulfill project requirements and establish traceability.
Business Development
Airman USA
10.2016 - 07.2021
- Market research and business development for upcoming product lines
- Designed and taught sales and technical training courses for customers on AIRMAN products
- Provide product support for end-use customers as well as our distributor network; including but not limited to direct customer visits and trade show support
- Facilitate communications between Japanese headquarters and North American partners
- Translate and proofread technical documentation for industrial compressors and generators
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Utilized knowledge of industry trends to develop value-added solutions and approaches for target audiences.
Project Associate
JETRO Kanagawa
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Researched and compiled information on a wide variety of topics to support the office’s international business development work
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Organized JETRO Kanagawa’s presence at multiple trade events each month for the purpose of promoting investment into Japan
- Wrote, compiled, and distributed information to interested parties to support their expansion into the Japanese market
- Assisted in the management of the sister state program between Maryland and Kanagawa
Homeroom Teacher
Shingakukai
04.2013 - 04.2014
- Taught kindergarten students, aged 5-6, in an English immersion environment
- Planned, created, and executed personally-designed curricula for English learning and other various subjects
- Was responsible for the social and experiential growth of students under my care
- Advised in planning and execution of numerous school events
Assistant Teacher
Kid’s Garden Iwaki
04.2012 - 03.2013
- Co-taught preschool students in an English-immersion environment
- Was responsible for providing an orderly, nurturing, and positive learning environment
- Assessed student progress and adjusted curricula accordingly
- Led English conversation lessons with a self-designed curriculum
Foreign Language Teacher
Borderlink Inc
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Taught English as a foreign language in four separate primary schools
- Managed classrooms and created a positive environment for foreign language learning
- Fostered students’ interest in foreign language and culture while monitoring student progress
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to streamline lesson plans, share creative activities and accelerate student learning.
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
Assistant Language Instructor
Interac Co. Ltd
08.2008 - 03.2010
- Was responsible for teaching in eight different schools, at the elementary and junior high school levels
- Implemented a well-managed curriculum via team-teaching with my Japanese co- workers
- Graded and edited numerous compositions and formal writing including tests
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GABachelor of Arts - East Asian Studies
DePauw University
Greencastle, INSkills
- Profit Target Achievement
- Revenue Monitoring
- Client Needs Assessment
- New Account Development
- Complex Negotiations
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Quote and Proposal Management
- Conducting Seminars
- Trade Show Experience
Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Sales Manager
Toyo Tires North America OE
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Project Manager
Kobayashi Americas Manufacturing, KAM
07.2021 - 01.2022
Business Development
Airman USA
10.2016 - 07.2021
Project Associate
JETRO Kanagawa
07.2014 - 07.2015
Homeroom Teacher
Shingakukai
04.2013 - 04.2014
Assistant Teacher
Kid’s Garden Iwaki
04.2012 - 03.2013
Foreign Language Teacher
Borderlink Inc
03.2011 - 03.2012
Assistant Language Instructor
Interac Co. Ltd
08.2008 - 03.2010
Master of Business Administration -
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Arts - East Asian Studies
DePauw University