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BusinessDevelopmentManager
Maiko  Ito

Maiko Ito

New York,NY

Summary

Accomplished corporate secretary and business development manager bringing 6 years of proven administrative expertise in logistics regulations and procedures. Strong prioritization, planning and critical thinking skills to multitask in fast-paced settings. Highly organized, diligent and adaptable to dynamic needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Development Manager

Suzue USA, Inc
New York, NY
02.2018 - Current
  • Implemented marketing plans and strategies developed in Japan for introduction of the company's services into the U.S. market
  • Forged new business relationships liaising, negotiating, and executing consulting contracts with American corporations, particularly in the automotive manufacturing industries
  • Built client retention relationships with clients developing quotes and proposals that speak to the client needs and preferences and presenting services that enhance existing relationships and ensure client satisfaction.
  • Analyzed contractual commitments to clients and subcontractors from initial stages through the lifecycle of the projects
  • Commissioned and monitored out-sourced research, particularly for new logistics technology in the United States.
  • Attended industry events and conferences and maintained currency on market trends for the company's services and competitors
  • Prepared periodic or ad hoc reports apprising senior management in Japan of ongoing operations and activities
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.

Business Planning Assistant

Suzue Corporation, Ltd.
Yokohama, Japan
07.2015 - 02.2018
  • Conducted market research and analysis to create marketing initiatives upon assignment from senior management for promoting the company's logistics services both on domestic and global markets.
  • Coordinated with internal business development teams based on market research findings, to assist them in developing and implementing new marketing and sales strategies.
  • Established 5 joint venture companies and 5 subsidiaries including New York
  • Gathered in-house data and informed senior management on new service features to be developed to meet current and future business needs.
  • Monitored subcontractors' performance and quality levels to assure compliance with company standards.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork

Sales Assistant

IC Lando, Inc.
Tokyo, Japan
06.2014 - 07.2015
  • Managed the entire sales process including negotiating with suppliers regarding prices of an integrated circuit and managing the billing process from estimates to the final issuance of invoices.
  • Helped customers locate products both domestic and overseas and checked store systems for merchandise at other sites.
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Composed routine correspondence and prepare reports or replies to requests for information within areas of responsibility.
  • Fielded customer questions to share information about products, availability, and pricing.
  • Established rapport with customers using active listening and interpersonal skills.

Reservation Agent

Western Associates, Inc.
Tokyo, Japan
05.2011 - 06.2014
  • Sold cargo space on aircraft and made space full on each flight
  • Managed the freight forwarding process including organizing freight specification data, logistics planning including arranging suitable flights, freight consolidations, and negotiations with air carrier companies.
  • Engaged in sales with freight forwarders.
  • Provided a high level of customer service to each person by engaging customers and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and developed a friendly rapport with callers while answering questions, making recommendations, and leading conversations to bookings.
  • Provided customers with information about availability and pricing.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Economics

Temple University Japan Campus
Tokyo, Japan

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX

MBA - Business Administration And Management

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY
01.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY
12.2018

Associate of Arts - Economics

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY
01.2015

Skills

  • Self-Motivated
  • Written Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Clerical Support
  • Research and Analytical Skills
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Multitasking and Time Management
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Problem-Solving
  • Invoice Processing
  • Appointment Coordination

Certification

  • Secretarial Skills Test, 2nd and 3rd Grade

Languages

Japanese
English

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Suzue USA, Inc
02.2018 - Current

Business Planning Assistant

Suzue Corporation, Ltd.
07.2015 - 02.2018

Sales Assistant

IC Lando, Inc.
06.2014 - 07.2015

Reservation Agent

Western Associates, Inc.
05.2011 - 06.2014

Some College (No Degree) - Economics

Temple University Japan Campus

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Kilgore College

MBA - Business Administration And Management

SUNY Empire State College

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

SUNY Empire State College

Associate of Arts - Economics

SUNY Empire State College
Maiko Ito