Kai Shinjo
Computer Futures (SThree)
Yokohama
2
Languages
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Accomplished sales and recruitment professional with 5+ years in consultative sales, business development, and talent acquisition across Japan and the United States. Expertise in generating new business, fostering client relationships, and managing high-volume pipelines. Bilingual in English and Japanese, equipped with strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
Work History
Associate Recruitment Consultant
3 Months- Recruit specialized Digital IT Sales & Marketing professionals across the Japanese market.
- Partner with multinational clients to identify hiring needs and deliver high-quality talent solutions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with both candidates and hiring managers throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
- Source, interview, and qualify professionals using networking, referrals, LinkedIn, and direct outreach.
- Negotiate employment offers and facilitate successful placements.
- Developed new business opportunities and managed existing client accounts to enhance recruitment services.
- Utilized CRM systems to streamline recruitment pipelines and improve candidate engagement.
- Delivered high-level customer service in fast-paced, target-driven environment, ensuring client satisfaction.
Sales Consultant
1 Year 4 Months- Consistently met and exceeded monthly sales objectives through relationship-focused selling.
- Managed a high-volume sales pipeline while conducting 30–50 customer interactions daily through in-person meetings, phone calls, and email.
- Guided customers through purchasing process, conducting needs analysis, presenting financing options, and facilitating vehicle ordering and contract completion.
- Guided customers through the complete purchasing process, including needs analysis, financing options, vehicle ordering, and contract completion.
- Built long-term customer relationships that generated referrals and repeat business.
- Maintained CRM records and proactively followed up with prospective buyers, increasing conversion rates through consistent engagement.
- Collaborated with finance and operations teams, enhancing customer experience from initial inquiry to vehicle delivery.
Front Desk Sales Manager / Business Development Representative
1 Year 6 Months- Generated new business through direct prospecting, networking, and face-to-face sales presentations, expanding customer base and enhancing market presence.
- Engaged with 40–60 prospective customers daily, identifying revenue opportunities and fostering relationships to support sales growth.
- Increased revenue through strategic upselling and cross-selling while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction.
- Built rapport with customers through consultative sales techniques and personalized product recommendations.
- Coordinated front desk operations, scheduled appointments, and supported the sales team throughout the sales process.
- Contributed to achieving team sales goals through consistent lead generation and customer retention.
- Contributed to team sales goals through consistent lead generation and customer retention efforts, driving overall sales performance.
Lifeguard Supervisor
1 Year 6 Months- Supervised aquatic facility operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations to protect guests and staff.
- Led and scheduled lifeguard teams, optimizing staffing to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergencies while maintaining a safe environment for guests.
- Trained and mentored new employees on emergency response procedures and customer service standards.
- Built strong relationships with members through consistent, professional, and friendly customer service.
Lifeguard & Bilingual Translator
3 Years 2 Months- Facilitated bilingual communication to enhance collaboration on U.S. military construction and environmental projects.
- Supported U.S. military construction and environmental projects through bilingual communication.
- Coordinated project activities, safety meetings, and daily operational communication to ensure smooth workflow.
- Helped ensure compliance with workplace safety standards and project timelines.
- Cultivated strong relationships within multicultural teams to streamline communication and enhance project delivery.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Talent Sourcing
Lead generation
Negotiation & Closing
Client management
Client management
Account Management
Business Development
B2B/B2C sales
Consultative Selling
Customer Success
Client engagement
Offer Negotiation
Client management
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Lifeguard Certification
Languages
English — Native/Fluent
Japanese — Fluent
Timeline
Associate Recruitment Consultant
Computer Futures (SThree)
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Sales Consultant
MAS
08.2024 - 12.2025Read More
Front Desk Sales Manager / Business Development Representative
Eau Claire
01.2023 - 07.2024Read More
Lifeguard Supervisor
YMCA
06.2021 - 12.2022Read More
Lifeguard & Bilingual Translator
American Engineering
03.2018 - 05.2021Read More
Okinawa Christian School International
High School Diploma
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