Kaung Htet
South Bend,IN
Summary
Results-oriented professional with extensive experience in international trade and sales management. Skilled in data analysis, market forecasting, and problem-solving. Committed to leveraging strategic insights to enhance operational efficiency and drive substantial sales growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Of International Trade Sales
Image Asia Company Limited
Burma (Myanmar)
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed import operations for Southeast Asian spirits, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Designated and allocated wholesalers to optimize distribution efficiency.
- Conducted direct sales calls to enhance relationships with key accounts.
- Analyzed market trends and developed a six to twelve month projection plan to accurately forecast importation volumes.
- Spearheaded new product launch and executed retail market strategy through direct sales calls.
- Coordinated efforts with cross-functional teams to align on project objectives and timelines.
Senior Branch Manager
Seagram Myanmar Company Limited
Burma (Myanmar)
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Developed and executed targeted plans to optimize sales performance and increase overall profitability.
- Designed and deployed product displays aimed at boosting brand recognition and influencing consumer choice.
- Drove distributor growth initiatives by prioritizing ROI and optimizing account receivable/payable processes.
Head Of Sales (Upper Myanmar)
Emerald Brewery Company Limited
Burma (Myanmar)
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Developed and implemented business growth initiatives through wholesale partnerships.
- Developed and implemented route-to-market strategies to enhance sales performance.
- Managed trade transactions through direct sales strategies to optimize revenue.
- Facilitated market expansion by strategically allocating and assigning new wholesalers to targeted regions.
- Facilitated ongoing customer support to enhance capabilities and reinforce best practices.
- Achieved monthly targets and KPIs to drive organizational success and performance improvement.
- Directed sales strategies that achieved growth exceeding 473% compared to previous year.
Regional Sales Manager
Myanmar Carlsberg Company Limited
Burma (Myanmar)
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Spearheaded initiatives to enhance market share through strategic portfolio execution and optimized numeric distribution across targeted outlets.
- Implemented targeted promotions through selected outlets to drive bottle penetration in traditional on-trade environments.
- Directed brand management strategies based on consumer insights.
- Structured and optimized branch organization to support team collaboration and productivity.
- Spearheaded team enhancement initiatives through collaborative discussions and feedback mechanisms.
- Secured a budget surplus of 4% within three months, reversing a previous 4% deficit.
- Executed strategies to foster sustainable growth in designated territories, enhancing new product sales performance.
Business Development & Sales Manager
E-enterprises (Elan Group Of Companies)
Burma (Myanmar)
09.2013 - 02.2019
- Launched and developed distribution operations for Heineken Myanmar to enhance market presence.
- Established hybrid distribution model to enhance operational efficiency and market reach.
- Established three distribution centers in Upper Myanmar to enhance market reach and operational efficiency.
- Led strategic initiatives to expand FNN isotonic drink product distribution by partnering with exclusive distributors in major urban areas. Oversaw selection and management of key distributors to optimize market penetration for FNN products. Drove efforts to establish FNN as a leading brand in targeted regions.
- Oversaw and directed over 60% of contributions in nationwide initiatives.
- Executed distribution initiatives for two additional beverage lines to enhance market presence in Southeast Asia.
Project Engineer
GDS Engineering PTE LTD
Singapore
03.2012 - 04.2013
- Executed calculations for air flow to optimize system performance.
- Facilitated daily discussions with primary contractor regarding electrical and civil project updates.
- Directed labor operations to ensure effective resource allocation and productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering
Government Technological University
Burma (Myanmar)02-2012
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Experienced with Microsoft applications
- Data analysis expertise
- Credit analysis
- Team leadership
Timeline
Head Of International Trade Sales
Image Asia Company Limited
11.2022 - 03.2024
Senior Branch Manager
Seagram Myanmar Company Limited
03.2022 - 10.2022
Head Of Sales (Upper Myanmar)
Emerald Brewery Company Limited
10.2020 - 02.2022
Regional Sales Manager
Myanmar Carlsberg Company Limited
02.2019 - 09.2020
Business Development & Sales Manager
E-enterprises (Elan Group Of Companies)
09.2013 - 02.2019
Project Engineer
GDS Engineering PTE LTD
03.2012 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering
Government Technological University