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Rumi Kobara

Novato,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented Sales and Marketing Account Manager of Snaps and Metal Buttons with 15 years of comprehensive experience managing employer-client relationships and developing new business deals. Focused on managing accounts and building partnerships with customers and production factories to maximize sales. Dedicated professional successful at introducing new products and expanding international network connections.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales & Marketing Account Manager (Remote)

YKK (U.S.A.) Inc.
Lawrenceburg, KY
08.2008 - 03.2024
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key garment manufacturing brand accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Developed strategies to increase revenue from existing accounts for Snaps and Metal button production in China and Bangladesh facilities.
  • Oversaw accounts and worked diligently with overseas teams to meet and exceed performance goals.
  • Developed successful customer relationships and quickly resolved service requests to increase sales.
  • Negotiated contracts, pricing and closed agreements to maximize profits.
  • Provided Snaps and Metal button development and sales training and guidance to new Account Sales Managers.

Production Manager

Restoration Hardware
Corte Madera, CA
01.2006 - 08.2008
  • Developed and implemented made-to-order furniture production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Coordinated with textiles mills and tannery to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout production process.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies needed for production process.
  • Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels to determine product availability.

Trim & Packaging Manager

Gap Inc. Corporate Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
01.1994 - 12.2005
  • Conducted research and analysis on new materials, methods, and technologies to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Reviewed supplier contracts for compliance with industry standards.
  • Built rapport with international business contacts, overseas suppliers and equipment manufacturers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
01-1982

Skills

  • Customer Relationship and Partnership Development
  • Acquiring and Retaining Customers
  • Key Account and Brand Management
  • Contract Negotiation and Closing Tactics
  • Relationship and Team Building Management
  • Japanese comprehension

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales & Marketing Account Manager (Remote)

YKK (U.S.A.) Inc.
08.2008 - 03.2024

Production Manager

Restoration Hardware
01.2006 - 08.2008

Trim & Packaging Manager

Gap Inc. Corporate Headquarters
01.1994 - 12.2005

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

San Francisco State University

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