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Takaaki Yamazaki

Costa Mesa,CA

Summary

Results-driven Chief Operating Officer drives performance improvements and leads strategic initiatives. Skilled manager of cross-departmental activities with adaptive communication of organizational objectives. Develops and executes innovative strategies for stimulating growth and service quality.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

COO

ECOTOWN USA INC.
09.2019 - 08.2023
  • Identified and pursued business development opportunities to grow organization and increase revenue.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
  • Monitored and analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for organizational growth and competitiveness.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.

Director

ECOTOWN HAWAII
03.2016 - 09.2019
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
  • Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.

Supervisor

HARDOFF Corporation
03.2013 - 09.2016

Supervising 10 location of Niigata prefecture.

  • Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
  • Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environment for customers.
  • Directed workforce planning, customer retention and customer service management for multiple locations.

Store Manager

HARDOFF Corporation
03.2009 - 03.2013
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.

Education

Master of Science - Faculty of Commerce

WASEDA University
TOKYO, JAPAN
03.2009

Skills

  • Departmental Coordination
  • Raising Capital
  • Corporate Communications
  • Developing Operational Improvements
  • Recruitment and Retention
  • Sales Growth
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Mission and Vision

Languages

English
Professional Working
Japanese
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

COO

ECOTOWN USA INC.
09.2019 - 08.2023

Director

ECOTOWN HAWAII
03.2016 - 09.2019

Supervisor

HARDOFF Corporation
03.2013 - 09.2016

Store Manager

HARDOFF Corporation
03.2009 - 03.2013

Master of Science - Faculty of Commerce

WASEDA University
Takaaki Yamazaki