Mayu Asaka
International Brand & Import Manager
Tokyo
Summary
Young motivated professional working as an International Brand and Import Manager for a Japanese importer of high-end overseas products. My expertise spans merchandising, social media management, and marketing, encompassing the full brand cycle. Actively seeking opportunities in brand management, merchandising, importing, and PR-related roles to further leverage my skills and experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Import Manager
Entrex
01.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, fostering a collaborative environment for successful negotiations.
- Played a pivotal role in driving business growth by identifying new markets and sourcing opportunities for expanding product offerings.
- Reduced costs for the organization by negotiating favorable contracts with international suppliers.
- Evaluated potential suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability, ensuring long-term success in sourcing decisions.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures for imported goods, resulting in a 20% decrease in defective products and a significant improvement in customer satisfaction ratings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including logistics, finance, and legal departments to resolve import-related issues and improve overall supply chain performance.
Brand Manager
Entrex
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented successful brand strategies for a portfolio of high-end foreign products
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful product launches and coordinated marketing efforts.
- Managed and oversaw the entire brand cycle, from concept to launch and marketing
- Managed product social media pages for several foreign brands (IG, YouTube, Twitter, etc.) and made a brand new website.
- Conducted market research and competitive analysis to identify and maximize opportunities for brand growth
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure successful brand management
- Led the development of new product launches, leveraging existing brand assets to increase market share
- Received award for best Brand Manager in 2021 and increased revenue by 120% in 2022.
Sales Representative
Rakuten Mobile (Part-Time)
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed and maintained relationships with key customers to ensure repeat and referral business
- Provided exceptional customer service, consistently exceeding customer satisfaction expectations.
Cheerleading Team Vice Captain
Seinan Gakuin University (Part-Time)
04.2016 - 03.2020
- Responsible for training and supervision for a squad of 40 cheerleaders
- Gained leadership and strong communication skills as the most senior member of the squad
- Made it to the national cheerleading playoffs of the top 12 in 2019.
Retail Clerk
H&M (Part-Time)
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Managed inventory levels by restocking shelves and updating inventory records on a daily basis
- Greeted customers in a professional manner and maintained a positive and helpful attitude
- Provided exceptional customer service by assisting customers with inquiries, purchases, and returns.
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - International Economics
Seinan Gakuin University
04.2016 - 05.2020
Skills
Branding
Street
59 Ichigaya Yakuojimachi
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/29/97
- Nationality: Japan
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Import Manager
Entrex
01.2023 - Current
Brand Manager
Entrex
01.2021 - 01.2023
Sales Representative
Rakuten Mobile (Part-Time)
07.2020 - 12.2020
Cheerleading Team Vice Captain
Seinan Gakuin University (Part-Time)
04.2016 - 03.2020
Retail Clerk
H&M (Part-Time)
04.2016 - 04.2018
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - International Economics
Seinan Gakuin University
04.2016 - 05.2020
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