Kyojun Koo
1505, 4650 Brentwood Blvd Burnaby,BC
Summary
Strategic entrepreneur at Ace Trading, adept in initiative planning and leadership, drove a 30% sales revenue increase and expanded business by adding about 440 accounts to client base. Implemented a successful branch operation in BC, achieving $3.0 million annual revenue within 2.5 years of the operation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Polar Imports (Branch of Ace Trading)
07.2021 - Current
- Established long-term business strategy of branch operation in BC by evaluating market circumstances and identifying business opportunities accordingly before inaugurating BC branch operation
- Initiated a branch operation in BC to expand business opportunities and profitability, resulting in addition of 310 business customer accounts
- Achieved $3.0million annual revenue in 2023 within 2.5 years of operations in BC by analyzing market trends using analytic tools such as Google Trends and Shopify to drive sales revenue increase
- Managed budgets and resources by optimizing allocation to achieve business objectives more efficiently and negotiating contracts for advantageous conditions.
- Conducted detailed assessments of employee performance using sales reports and provided tailored development plans that enhanced the team's overall performance.
Marketing Manager
Ace Trading
07.2021 - Current
- Established 9 new industry partnerships and maintained good rapport with business affiliations by regularly attending forums and exhibition
- Launched new lines of products by coordinating market research, development, and promotional strategies
- Developed an email marketing campaign and facilitated the use of online catalogue by improving customer engagement
Sales Manager
Ace Trading
03.2018 - 06.2021
- Increased the number of customers by 45%, 278 in 2018 to 403 in 2020 which led to sales revenue increase by 30% by developing and implementing effective sales strategies
- Negotiated and secured a major contract with Canco, adding 130 retail locations to our clientele and significantly expanding our market presence
- Built long-lasting client relationships through thorough customer service and consistent followups
- Led a successful sales team by providing systematic training programs and consistent supervision to drive stronger engagement
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Chinese Studies
Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
Seoul, Korea08.2021
Exchange Program - Chinese Literature
Peking University
Beijing, China08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
National Institute For Lifelong Education
Seoul, South Korea02.2014
Transfered - Electronics Engineering
Kongju National University
Gongju, South Korea12.2012
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Revenue Growth
- Financial Administration
- Business Development
- Marketing
- Business Partner Development
- Human Resources Management
- Leadership
- Relationship and Team Building
- Problem Solving
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Operations
Polar Imports (Branch of Ace Trading)
07.2021 - Current
Marketing Manager
Ace Trading
07.2021 - Current
Sales Manager
Ace Trading
03.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Chinese Studies
Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
Exchange Program - Chinese Literature
Peking University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
National Institute For Lifelong Education
Transfered - Electronics Engineering
Kongju National University
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