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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Develop and manage forecasts for over 8,000 SKUs, ensuring alignment with market trends and financial goals.• Use statistical methods to anticipate sales and shipping needs, reducing inventory risks.• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance new product forecasting and drive category growth.• Deliver timely, detailed forecast reports using Tableau, JMP, and Excel to support strategic business decisions.• Analyze diverse data sources to improve forecast accuracy and support sales strategies.• Coordinate with SCM, Finance, and Sales to ensure cohesive demand and supply plans.

대한민국 서울

• Managed an annual target of over 1.4-million-tons worth of steel cargo sales from 50+ vessels.• Expanded export and triangular trade of bulk cargoes beyond traditional routes. - Successfully secured long-term contracts with POSCO and Seah Steel America for the Vietnam to US trade route. Demonstrated exceptional negotiation skills by smoothly managing a challenging terminal situation during an initial short-term contract trial, leading to these significant agreements. - Effectively launched and operated the West Mexico-Mobile, AL route for ArcelorMittal, achieving optimal vessel utilization without incurring extra costs. This strategic initiative not only expanded operational capabilities but also enhanced efficiency and profitability.• Surpassed the previous year’s sales record by 27% despite the lockdown in China and LA port congestion.

대한민국 서울

• Navigated sensitive international partnerships to minimize claims and avoid risky contracts. • Collaborated with the suppliers to improve their in-process quality, assuring quality and delivery targets timeline.

대한민국 서울

• Delivered 20% growth in sales revenue and 82% increase in client retention rate in one year. • Cultivated interest around the new product and its advantages to fulfill an existing sales quota of an unpopular order. • Researched market trends and new strategies to appeal to a broader and younger audience. • Presented findings to senior managers using quantitative analysis and creative solutions.

미국 캘리포니아 새너제이

• Streamlined the production process to increase efficiency which led to 100% growth in CISCO project revenue.• Improved an existing quality assurance program by adding in a new step addressing the client’s demands. • Presented excellent communication skills to advocate for the client’s needs and build a strong partnership.• Organized cross-functional efforts to operate the program profitably.

Yonch'On, Gyeonggi, South Korea

Served at the division supply office in the 71st Regiment of the 25th Division.

Master Of Science - Ms, Global Supply Chain Management

Activities and Societies: Dean’s List Fall 2023

Bachelor'S, Management Information System

Activities and Societies: E-Business society

Spanish Language And Literature