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International sales and sourcing of all types of proteins

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Trade commodity and specialty raw materials within the US market through major packers to customers ranging from retail chains, processors and distributors.Also involved in introducing artisan brands of food products from Spain into the US market. Representing major manufacturers in the food industry from Spain in the US market by introducing and researching new products through key accounts in the supermarket chain retail, food-service and ship-chandler sectors.

Boca Raton, Fl

Sourcing and providing the best protein solutions both nationally and internationally for customers ranging from Foodservice, Retail to processors. Doing business throughout the US, Caribbean, South/Central America and Europe.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

In charge of creating new business and expanding existing relationships in the Southeast region of the US for a major manufacturer of frozen and pre-baked artisan bread pastry products from Spain. Working directly with clients in the Retail, Foodservice, Ship Chandler sectors. Designing and implementing door to door solutions for potential customers.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

Building brand recognition. Pursue identified business prospects and maintain consistent contact with key accounts while incorporating sales strategies throughout the US market

Quart, Girona, Spain

As a Sales Manager with Coopecarn, I am responsible for expanding market share in the EU, Eastern Europe and other non EU countries by introducing our line of high quality injected and marinated meat products to new and strategic customers in the HORECA and retail sector. I also take part in new product research and development based on market studies and new trends in the food industry.

Riudellots De La Selva, Girona, Spain

As an Export Manager with Frigoríficos Costa Brava, I am responsible for expanding market share in the UK, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Belgium. I am also spearheading the company's introduction into the United States making it the first Spanish producer of fresh white pork meat to export to the US. Based on my assessment of market conditions, I designed and now implement a plan of action.

Girona, Spain

Managed the opening of the Spanish branch office and showroom of Q-railing, a leading international manufacturer and supplier of stainless steel railing systems with headquarters in Emmerich am Rhein, Germany. Negotiated favorable office lease terms, hired support staff, and installed sophisticated IT and voice infrastructure. Coordinated with major Spanish logistics provider to handle warehousing, packing and distribution. Created new customer database utilizing Navision. Met with existing and potential Spanish distributors of Q-railing products in order to support and create new points of sale nationwide. Achieved an 80% increase in sales during the first 6 months of operation. Currently manage all company logistics and sales in Spain with the goal of continuing to expand customer base. Constant study of the market to find potential customers. Organize and participate in all major exhibitions in Spain (Construmat 2011).

Campllong, Spain

Responsible for opening US and foreign markets for a small sized (35 employee) company dedicated to selling educational toys and games (wholesale and retail) via e-commerce. Carefully studied and selected the best suppliers (International shipping providers, etc.) in order to offer the most efficient and cost effective solution for customers. Contacted foreign investment offices in the United States for future overseas installations. Researched U.S. product safety standards.

Aiguaviva, Girona, Spain

Created new customer accounts for a French multinational industrial transport company offering national and international logistics solutions for companies in the Girona province of Spain. Surpassed the goal of 200,000€ of new customer billing for 2008. Increased overall billing of existing customers by 20% for the Girona delegation in 2008.

Palafrugell, Girona, Spain

Provided international courier services and other multi service solutions to individuals and companies throughout the Girona province. Managed day-to-day operations and supervised retail and bookkeeping staff. Realized 250,000€ in total sales in 2007, capturing a large share of our local market.

Madrid, Spain

Worked at a major American multinational telecommunications with its Spanish base in Madrid. It was part of a team of 5 technical engineers responsible for repairs and installations of voice and data connections (E1, ISDN, PBX, etc.). I was moved to Barcelona where I was responsible for customer technical support in Catalonia.

Business Administration

Business Administration

Associates, Telecommunications Management

Telecommunications Management

High School Diploma

High School

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