Davide Bonato Email & Phone Number

Koto City, Tōkyō-To, Jp

Tokyo, Giappone

At Advanet, I manage strategic, operational, and cross-departmental tasks, all conducted in Japanese (spoken and written). My role includes process improvement, production and procurement oversight, financial management, and approving high-value sales and purchase orders. I ensure efficiency and alignment with strategic goals, using English and Italian for communications with our Italian parent company.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership: Guide process optimization and resource management. Facilitate communication and collaboration across departments in Japanese.Process Improvement: Enhance SIOP and production planning for better accuracy.Production & Capacity: Develop production plans and optimize schedules and resources.Sales Price Setting: Set and approve sales prices to match market conditions and profitability goals.GPM Monitoring: Analyze GPM by customer and product for strategic insights.Financial Oversight: Oversee the creation of yearly financial budget, manage P&L to align with financial plans, oversee forecasts & cash flows, and handle relations with Japanese banks.Corporate Reporting: Prepare and present detailed reports on inventory, production, and financial performance to Group top managementInventory Management: Address inventory challenges and optimize turnover.Equipment Investment: Oversee the acquisition and modernization of equipment.Key Achievements:Operational Efficiency: Implemented a production planning system, improving efficiency and reducing bottlenecks.Production Capabilities: Modernized equipment to reduce costs and reliance on subcontractors.Reporting Accuracy: Developed a system for clearer performance insights.Inventory Management: Improved inventory levels and turnover.Pricing & Profitability: Enhanced pricing strategies and GPM monitoring for better profitability.I excel in driving strategic changes and optimizing processes to align with business goals.

Entro I 23 Distretti, Tokyo, Giappone

At Ferrari Japan, I reported directly to the Sales Manager, frequently collaborating with the Country Manager due to the company's small size of under 20 employees. My role spanned Business Development and Personalization, where I played a crucial part in enhancing Ferrari's market presence and client engagement in Japan.Business Development Responsibilities:Market Analysis & Expansion: Identified key areas for new dealership locations and facility upgrades based on high-net-worth individual (HNWI) concentrations.Compliance & Facility Upgrades: Conducted site visits to ensure compliance with Ferrari’s Corporate Identity Policy, coordinating redesigns and managing timelines between headquarters and local dealers.Project Coordination & Negotiation: Acted as a liaison for facility projects, overseeing documentation, approvals, and negotiations with dealers to exceed facility standards.Personalization Responsibilities:Client Coordination & Scheduling: Managed and prioritized Tailor Made and Atelier appointments for Japanese clients, securing slots and ensuring client satisfaction.Dealer Support & Training: Equipped dealerships with the latest personalization samples and conducted training to boost options sales, implementing internal reward systems.Performance Monitoring & Analysis: Analyzed and enhanced dealership performance in selling personalization options, significantly increasing the number of sessions.Key Achievements:Market Expansion: Led multiple dealership openings and facility upgrades, strengthening Ferrari's presence in Japan.Personalization Growth: Increased Atelier sessions from 10 to 36 in the first year and to 55 in the second year, alongside boosting Tailor Made sessions and dealer engagement.This role significantly enhanced my project management, negotiation, and client relations skills, contributing to Ferrari’s growth and maintaining the brand’s high standards in Japan.

埼玉県

As a Project Manager at MS Japan Service Co., Ltd., I reported directly to the company owner, leading and managing three major projects that significantly contributed to the company’s growth. My role involved effective coordination, cost management, and international development.Key Responsibilities:MIRACLE JIG SYSTEM TRUCK & BUS:Managed the development of the first-ever Truck Frame repairing bench, overseeing the creation of 3D and 2D CAD drawings in coordination with two engineers.Created codes and bills of material, and sourced international suppliers for component production, ensuring cost efficiency.Modified design specifications, raw materials, and treatments to achieve target cost reductions.SPOT WELDING MACHINE:Led a cost reduction project for a high-selling Spot-Welding machine by outsourcing mechanical components to more cost-effective suppliers while maintaining core functionality.Coordinated communications with suppliers, managed design revisions, tracked new drawings, and ensured quality through sample evaluations with the maintenance assistant.INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (Myanmar, Thailand):Myanmar: Managed the installation of our products at a Japanese car manufacturer's new facility through direct communication with the customer and coordination with the Italian manufacturer for technical details.Thailand: Oversaw the establishment of a subsidiary in partnership with a local entity, managing marketing material and pricing strategies for the local market with a marketing assistant's support.Key Achievements:Successfully reduced costs for the Spot-Welding machine and MIRACLE JIG SYSTEM projects, improving overall profitability.Facilitated smooth international expansions and installations, enhancing customer satisfaction and establishing strong market presence in Myanmar and Thailand.Streamlined project management processes, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with technical and commercial requirements.

Entro I 23 Distretti, Tokyo, Giappone

[Short-term Internship program]During my internship at the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ICCJ), I successfully conducted a targeted telemarketing campaign, identifying and engaging new clients and sponsors. I managed to secure advertising spaces at various events organized by the ICCJ, working with both Italian and Japanese potential clients.This role required strong communication skills, cross-cultural understanding, and a strategic approach to business development. My decision to leave a stable position in Italy and pursue this challenging internship in Japan demonstrated my initiative and commitment to professional growth. I sought to leverage my knowledge of the Japanese language and gain international experience, ultimately contributing to my career progression in a global context.

Nervesa Della Battaglia (Tv)

Reporting directly to the owner, I was the sole representative for the Commercial Department in a manufacturing company specializing in milling and turning processes. I managed all client relationships, primarily with producers of professional coffee machines, and the company was the top revenue supplier for one of the largest players in the market.My responsibilities included:Price & Cost Structure Analysis: Evaluated production costs and defined pricing structures to maximize margins.Cash Flow Management: Produced cash flow statements and identified opportunities for improvement.Offer Preparation: Drafted proposals for new components and maintained relationships with existing clients.Order Confirmation: Created and managed order confirmations, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.Order Monitoring: Oversaw the status of orders, coordinating with the production and purchasing departments to ensure adherence to deadlines.Client Communication: Promptly notified clients of any potential shipping delays, maintaining high customer satisfaction.Business Development: Explored new business opportunities and markets to expand the company’s reach.Competitor Analysis: Monitored competitors’ pricing strategies and evaluated outsourcing options to reduce production costs.Working closely with every department, I gained a deep understanding of company operations, which provided me with a comprehensive view of how a manufacturing company functions.

Zoppola (Pn)

Offers, Order Confirmations for spare parts.Data entry activity of componets on AS400Back office activities.Post graduate Internship

Spresiano, (Tv)

Call center operator as part time job to to pay for my studies & personal expenses. Selling solar panels by phone

Catena Di Villorba, Treviso

Packer on working line, packing clothes to be dispatched. Occasional job to pay for unexpected extra expenses related to my studies.

Waging Am See, Baviera, Germania

Barman from Monday to Saturday as seasonal job to save money for my studies and take a chance to use the German language studied throughout middle and high school.

Viale Luzzatti Tv

Internship as part of my University studies; Accounting, Business & Financial Consulting as Intern in a chartered accountants office.

Call Center operator as part time job to pay for my studies & personal expenses. Solar panels sales by phone.

Online Master In Global Marketing, Communication & Made In Italy

Activities and Societies: The Master is provided by the Italy - USA Foundation and has got the sponsorship of the Italian Ministry.

Master'S Degree, Languages And Economic And Legal Institutions Of Asia And The Mediterranean, 110/110 With Honors

Major: Japanese Minor: Economics and Law 110/110 with Honours Thesis "Japan and The United Nations Convention on Contracts.

Student Exchange Program, Japanese Language

Student Exchange program in Japan: main studies involved were Japanese Langue & Economics, plus research activities for my Master's Degree.

Basic Course For International Business Operators, International Trade

Basic Course for international trade: INCOTERMS, Marketing basics, Legal dispute resolutions, etc.)

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Economics, 100/110

Business Economics & Finance