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Yoshihito Yu

Mukilteo,WA

Summary

Dynamic International Sales Representative with proven success at Kanezo Co., LTD in driving sales growth through strategic market research and cross-cultural negotiation. Skilled in logistics coordination and multilingual communication, I excelled in enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty while managing complex supply chains and executing impactful marketing campaigns.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

International Sales Representative

Kanezo Co., LTD
05.2023 - 04.2025
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with international clients to drive sales growth.
  • Executed market research to identify potential new customers and expand market presence.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication and enhance customer service.
  • Provided accurate product information and pricing to support client decision-making processes.
  • Adapted sales strategies based on regional market trends and customer feedback for improved results.
  • Participated in trade shows and events to increase brand visibility and generate leads.
  • Traveled from Taiwan to locations such as Hong Kong, Japan to reach customers in international markets.
  • Monitored competitor activities and reported insights to inform strategic planning initiatives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to developed and implemented digital and physical marketing campaigns to enhance title awareness
  • Monitored and reported on campaign performance metrics for continuous improvement
  • Conducted competitor analysis to inform strategic planning and positioning
  • Collaborated with creative teams to develop visually appealing marketing materials for print and digital channels.
  • Coordinated logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of goods across multiple channels.
  • Collaborated with suppliers and carriers to streamline transportation processes.
  • Resolved logistical issues by implementing effective problem-solving strategies.
  • Assisted in sourcing and negotiating contracts with vendors to optimize cost savings.
  • Managed purchase orders and inventory levels to align with operational needs and budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes and enhance efficiency.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to facilitate communication and resolve supply chain issues promptly.
  • Monitored market trends and industry developments to inform strategic purchasing decisions.
  • Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
  • Analyzed performance data to drive strategic decisions and optimize team output.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through regular feedback sessions and assessments.
  • Established clear communication channels to ensure alignment on objectives across departments.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams in product launches, ensuring alignment between sales, marketing, and operations.
  • Trained new team members on effective communication techniques for international sales interactions.

International Sales Representative

Yueho Glass., Co Ltd
05.2019 - 03.2023
  • Developed relationships with international clients to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product offerings based on client feedback.
  • Managed order processing and logistics coordination for international shipments.
  • Prepared detailed sales reports to monitor performance against targets and forecast future sales.
  • Provided support during trade shows, showcasing products and engaging potential clients directly.
  • Traveled from Taiwan to locations such as India, Japan, USA, France, Germany to reach customers in international markets.
  • Resolved issues escalated by Quality control and engineering departments to satisfy customers and increase confidence in production efficiency to lower production costs
  • Familiarize with import and export compliance requirements for partnered clients such as CE, RoHS, JIS, ISO.
  • Contract negotiation and translation for Mandarin Chinese and English

Interpreter

Reitaku University
04.2018 - 04.2018
  • Facilitated clear communication between the university to newly arrived international students regarding the school and the nation of Japan's culture and ideology from Japanese to English and Mandarin Chinese.
  • Streamlined interpretation processes, enhancing efficiency in high-demand environments.
  • Collaborated with diverse teams to address language barriers and improve satisfaction.
  • Analyzed feedback from the university and international students to refine interpretation services and enhance performance quality.

Education

Bachelor - German Language And Literature

Reitaku University
Kashiwa, Chiba, Japan
03-2019

High School Diploma -

Sierra Vista High School

Skills

  • Sales strategies
  • Multilingual communication
  • Market development
  • Market analysis
  • Logistics coordination
  • Cross-cultural negotiation
  • Lead generation
  • Travel coordination
  • Hospitality and accommodation
  • Problem-solving
  • Digital marketing
  • Business development
  • Campaign management
  • Communications management
  • Supplier contracts
  • Effective communication
  • Order placement
  • Purchasing processes
  • Price negotiation
  • Supply chain planning
  • Writing and verbal communication
  • Cost analysis
  • Purchase order creation
  • Demand forecasting
  • Quality control
  • Shipment coordination
  • Shipment tracking
  • Invoicing and shipping documentation
  • Transportation planning

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 4 in negotiating and contracted to be the sole official distributor for the Steam Deck in the Taiwanese market
  • Documented and resolved foreign market interference for digital codes which led to successful negotiation with suppler which eliminated interference.
  • Resolved client cancelling large costly order by providing legal binding documents to justify fair compensation for cancellation while maintaining good standings with clients.
  • Negotiated with foreign market supply chain to provide highly sought after Nintendo and PlayStation accessories to become the sole distributor in the domestic market and improve future negotiation feasibility with clients

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Full Professional
German
Limited Working

Timeline

International Sales Representative

Kanezo Co., LTD
05.2023 - 04.2025

International Sales Representative

Yueho Glass., Co Ltd
05.2019 - 03.2023

Interpreter

Reitaku University
04.2018 - 04.2018

Bachelor - German Language And Literature

Reitaku University

High School Diploma -

Sierra Vista High School

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