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Heather Glena Asai

North Vancouver,BC

Summary

Results-driven sales and operations leader with a relentless focus on customer satisfaction and a proven track record of team success. Utilizes a creative approach, goal setting, and strong relationship building to consistently achieve standout, quantifiable results. Solution-focused and excels at designing and executing winning programs that exceed targets while fostering the development of top-notch talent.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

National Director

Nestle
10.2021 - Current
  • Leading our National Accounts, Field Sales, Distribution and Operations teams for all Nestle brands in the out of home channel.
  • Setting aggressive targets for team to drive company success and strengthen motivation.

Director of Field Sales and Distribution

Nestle
08.2019 - 09.2021
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning through the amalgamation of two sales cultures.
  • Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.

National Field Sales Manager

Nestle
08.2018 - 07.2019
  • Moved with brand Starbucks to Nestle as part of global agreement. Inspired and managed team through major restructure.
  • Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account executives to build strong talent pipeline and boost company growth.

Sr. Business Development & Operations Manager

Starbucks
04.2016 - 08.2018
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans to build and open Franchise Store locations.
  • Led team to negotiate and close long-term agreements with new and existing clients in assigned territory.

Regional Manager, Licensed Stores Western Canada

Starbucks
04.2013 - 04.2016
  • Led team of district managers to optimize brand growth and productivity.
  • North America New Store Opening Task force and Field Advisory Council providing feedback and project leadership to international operations while opening over 50 locations.

District Manager

Starbucks
01.2008 - 04.2013

Store Manager

Starbucks
06.2006 - 05.2008

Manager

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
09.2000 - 06.2006
  • Promoted and transferred to properties around the world including; Hawaii, Ireland, Bahamas and Whistler.

Education

Nestle Leadership Programme -

London Business School
Vevey, Switzerland
11.2022

Executive Leadership Certificate -

Simon Fraser University
Vancouver, BC
01.2017

Bachelor of Commerce - Tourism And Hospitality Management

Toronto Metropolitan (Ryerson) University
Toronto, ON
05-2000

Skills

  • Leadership to drive organizational transformation
  • Creative sales & operations strategy, planning and execution
  • Business analysis and profit & loss management
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Talent acquisition and development

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working

Personal Information

Passionate about adventures in the great outdoors, advocate for health & wellness and committed to life long learning.  New Mama and Yoga Instructor, currently enjoying maternity leave.

Timeline

National Director

Nestle
10.2021 - Current

Director of Field Sales and Distribution

Nestle
08.2019 - 09.2021

National Field Sales Manager

Nestle
08.2018 - 07.2019

Sr. Business Development & Operations Manager

Starbucks
04.2016 - 08.2018

Regional Manager, Licensed Stores Western Canada

Starbucks
04.2013 - 04.2016

District Manager

Starbucks
01.2008 - 04.2013

Store Manager

Starbucks
06.2006 - 05.2008

Manager

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
09.2000 - 06.2006

Nestle Leadership Programme -

London Business School

Executive Leadership Certificate -

Simon Fraser University

Bachelor of Commerce - Tourism And Hospitality Management

Toronto Metropolitan (Ryerson) University
Heather Glena Asai