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Nobuhiro Funatsu

San Diego

Summary

Dynamic Branch Manager with extensive experience at Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc., excelling in sales strategy and customer relationship management. Proven track record in driving revenue growth through data analysis and process improvement. Adept at leading teams and fostering client relationships, resulting in increased market share and enhanced operational efficiency.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Manager

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
San Diego
07.2018 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and develop plans accordingly.
  • Implemented process changes to streamline sales department workflow.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends, preferences, and opportunities for growth.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.
  • Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
  • Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures such as route optimization for shipments.
  • Monitored inventory levels and initiated re-stocking processes when necessary.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, safety regulations and applicable laws.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop strategies that align with company objectives.
  • Assigned tasks and projects to team members based on their experience level and skillset.
  • Managed budget with company leadership, analyzing previous purchases and forecasting future requirements.
  • Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
  • Developed strategies to optimize workflow processes in order to maximize productivity.
  • Managed overall budgeting for warehouse operations including labor costs and equipment maintenance expenses.
  • Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
  • Examined expenditures to develop plans and budgets for increasing profits or improving services.

Branch Manager

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
Denver
05.2016 - 06.2018
  • same as current job assignments, roles at San Diego branch

Area Sales Manager

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
Denver
07.2014 - 04.2016
  • Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Developed pricing strategies that would maximize profits while still remaining competitive in the market.
  • Executed strategic sales plans to expand customer base and revenue.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.

Area Sales Manager

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
Santa Fe Springs
01.2012 - 06.2014
  • Oversaw and managed the sales team in orange county area
  • Same assignments, roles as area sales manager at Colorado branch

Sales Leader

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
Santa Fe Spring
11.2009 - 12.2011
  • Provided leadership and direction to motivate a high performing sales team.
  • Monitored performance of sales team members against set targets, providing feedback as needed.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase revenue growth.

Sales Associate

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
Santa Fe Springs
06.2007 - 10.2009
  • Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with new and existing clients to increase sales revenue.
  • Researched competitors' products, prices, and sales techniques.
  • Generated new sales leads through cold calling and networking activities.
  • Reviewed monthly performance against targets set by management team.

Assistant Operation Manager

Japan Prestige Sake International
Los Angeles
03.2006 - 06.2007
  • Ensured that all operational tasks were completed within established timeframes.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared purchase orders according to specified requirements.
  • Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Marketing

California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
12-2005

Skills

  • Sales strategy and planning
  • Customer relationship management
  • Data analysis and inventory management
  • Process improvement and budget management
  • Team leadership and coaching
  • Sales development and forecasting
  • Multi-tasking skills

Languages

Japanese
Professional
English
Professional

Timeline

Branch Manager

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
07.2018 - Current

Branch Manager

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
05.2016 - 06.2018

Area Sales Manager

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
07.2014 - 04.2016

Area Sales Manager

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
01.2012 - 06.2014

Sales Leader

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
11.2009 - 12.2011

Sales Associate

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
06.2007 - 10.2009

Assistant Operation Manager

Japan Prestige Sake International
03.2006 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Business Marketing

California State University, Fullerton