Nelson Rodriguez Email & Phone Number

Suwanee, Ga, Us

𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝟰.𝟬 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀Automotive and Manufacturing expert, passionate about streamlining operations with cutting-edge technologies. As an Industry 4.0 advocate and advanced manufacturing enthusiast, I leverage my experience to empower businesses within the automotive industry and beyond.𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗗𝗼:𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: I translate my deep understanding of automotive manufacturing into actionable solutions utilizing AIDC (Automatic Identification and Data Capture) technologies like Printing, RFID, Mobile Device Management (MDM), and sensor-driven systems. These solutions optimize efficiency and streamline operations.𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀: I foster and expand relationships with industry leaders like Zebra Technologies, Proglove, Unitech, UROVO, Datalogic, and Honeywell to provide our clients with the most advanced solutions available.𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲: My experience extends across various sectors, including Automotive Manufacturing, Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Transportation & Logistics, and Government/Military.𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀?Strategic Systems is a recognized leader in AIDC (Automatic Identification and Data Capture) technologies. We empower companies to capture and share critical item-level information, bridging the gap between core business processes and physical operations. Our team boasts extensive technical expertise, offering best-in-class hardware and professional services for a comprehensive client solution.Feel free to connect and discuss how Strategic Systems can empower your operations!

München, Bayern, De

Led the Automotive team for NA and LATAMGrowth sales within current OEM, Tier 1,2, and 3 suppliersProject expansion among regions, EMEA, NA, LATAMCollaborated with the Global account team

München, Bayern, De

Oversee and develop the Automotive vertical for the company, focused on manufacturing plants, logistic distribution centers, Parts distributors and OEM, tier-1 and 2 suppliers. US, CA, MX and LAtam.Collaborate with the Global expansion of the company bridging relationships between companies with HQ in EMEA-APAC-NA and LATAM

München, Bayern, De

-Channel Sales for the US Southeast territory ( SC, GA, AL, MS & FL) and LATAM-Partners onboarding in the US and Mexico-Direct sales with fortune 500 companies.-Oversee sales in Latin America and Brazil

--In charge of sales and business development throughout the US for a $35M OES market.-- Developed and implemented new sales strategies to increase part numbers based on clients buying habits, history and market trends in the OES industry,--Worked hand to hand at the directors and VP level on new product introduction and incremental sales based on the forecast and the aftermarket behavior.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Us

-On charge of commercial operations for 5 stores in the metro Atlanta area, $3m territory. -Managed 5 Commercial sales Specialist and over 500 customers including independent repair facilities, National accounts, Dealerships and government entities.-Received Certificate of Excellence at the Icahn Automotive group leadership convention for commercial business performance.- Improved a 35% negative territory to 16% positive in 7 months. -Participated in several tool and trading shows.

Coral Springs, Fl, Us

• On charge of the sales for the state of Georgia and part of Tennessee (Chattanooga). • Grew territory from 100%+ in 12 months. • Made liaisons with multi-location collision centers • Made liaisons with insurance companies Key personnel to grow sales. (All State, Geico, Nationwide, etc.)• Worked hand to hand with estimating system reps (CCC) to consolidate more sales and to gain exposure in the industry .• Analyzed Parts Trader, APU and OPS-trax reports to identity loss sales and generate action plans and prices for key customers.• Worked hand to hand with MSO’s corporate vendors manager (Service King, Abra, Caliber Collision, etc.) to customize pricing structures and rebates.

Lake Success, New York, Us

Parts Authority acquired Johnson Industries in November 2014. Started to research export markets affiliating the company to OAC (Overseas export council) and working with Export.gov, also hired some independent sales representatives overseas. On charge of the export program for different regions including but not limited to South America, the Caribbean, Western-Eastern Europe and Baltic states.Comprehensive management of the freight export regulations according to the country of destination, (FCL, LCL, MSD sheets, Hazmat, Air-Ocean freight)Developed a close approach with local suppliers for OEM import parts (Kia, Hyundai, Nissan, Infinity etc.) in order to serve better the insurance market overseas. Coordinated with current freight forwarders who specialize in consolidated shipments to the main cities-airports in Europe to serve better and faster our clients.Developed marketing strategies to utilize the most of our current line card and to recruit new suppliers on weekly basis.(Implementation of a newsletter and inventory surplus liquidations)Developed incentives for current customers encouraging them to do ocean orders more frequently to save money.Start up of new business for potential customers who doesn't have expertise in the import export auto parts market.Drive the development international sales strategies and manage sales process of strategic account and major prospectsMaintain key customer relationships and develop and implement strategies for expanding the company’s customer base (inventory control, new product introduction etc)Leads research through several international channels (Chamber of commerce in different countries, trading associations and data base acquisition companies) also internet advertising adapted to the countries, language and culture.

Lake Success, New York, Us

On charge of the export program for different regions including but not limited to South America, the Caribbean, Western-Eastern Europe and Baltic states.Comprehensive management of the freight export regulations according to the country of destination, (FCL, LCL, MSD sheets, Hazmat, Air-Ocean freight)Developed new business with current customers implementing new lines and markets for the medium and heavy duty business for American and Japanese trucks overseas (Hino, Nissan UD, Fuso, Isuzu, International, Mack, Freightliner among others). Developed a close approach with local suppliers for OEM import parts (Kia, Hyundai, Nissan, Infinity etc.) in order to serve better the insurance market overseas. Coordinated with current freight forwarders who specialize in consolidated shipments to the main cities-airports in Europe to serve better and faster our clients.Developed marketing strategies to utilize the most of our current line card and to recruit new suppliers on weekly basis.(Implementation of a newsletter and inventory surplus liquidations)Developed incentives for current customers encouraging them to do ocean orders more frequently to save money.Start up of new business for potential customers who doesn't have expertise in the import export auto parts market.Drive the development international sales strategies and manage sales process of strategic account and major prospectsMaintain key customer relationships and develop and implement strategies for expanding the company’s customer base (inventory control, new product introduction etc)Leads research through several international channels (Chamber of commerce in different countries, trading associations and data base acquisition companies) also internet advertising adapted to the countries, language and culture.

Lake Success, New York, Us

Promote Sales in the automotive aftermarket parts industry along the South American , Caribbean and other regions where Spanish is spoken, I also handle customers in Spain and Italy.

Organize, promote, procure, and Manage all activities relating to potential/ existing customer base in South, Central America, The Caribbean and some countries in Europe Full Knowledge of Automotive aftermarket parts, High performance, Accessories as well as original parts pertaining to the specific applications of any U.S. made vehicle; Chevrolet, Ford, Chrysler and Japanese.

Detroit, Michigan, Us

- Assisted to dealers in technical troubles. - Handled claims from clients until they has been solved completely. - Advised to dealers in everything related with the special tools and equipment needed in the service department. - Made follow up to the training program for technicians and mechanics who work at service department. (curses from CTE) - Made follow up to product campaigns and special service policies, assuring dealers make and notify them to GMV. - Assisted to dealers using technical books, service manuals and master specifications. - Elaborated product trouble sheets. - Kept updated with GMV products as domestics as imported. - Made claim audit process from every warranty according to the process set up by GMV. - Programmed training for the personnel of service administrative department. - Elaborated a general evaluation for dealers with district managers from other areas like parts and sales. - Updated the warranty labor rate for dealers. - Discussed and planed action strategies with dealers about how to measure CSI (Customer Satisfaction Index)

Detroit, Michigan, Us

On Charge of technical assistance for dealers in spare parts analysis -Updated part system trough analysis of parts interchangeability according to ices and order acknowledgment forms. -Created part numbers on the parts system according to suppliers. -Looked for technical information trough the difference sources. -Made analysis about changes occurred on difference models as CKD as SUP -Made filters among parts wich apply to GMV models following product engineering master specifications. -Defined wich duty code would be used in each part number for the importation of it. -Analyzed return order forms relating to parts analysis area. -Assisted technically to export countries like Ecuador, Colombia etc

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration, Management And Manufacturing

Associate'S Degree, Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician