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Taeyoun Kim

Summary

Performance-oriented Sales Leader, offering exceptional record of achievement over 12-year career. Proven leadership abilities and collaboration between different departments. Tenacious manager with strategic and analytical approach to solving problems, bringing in customers and accomplishing sales targets. Talented in identifying emerging market trends and business opportunities, and successful in capitalizing on new product entry in new markets.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Strategic Sourcing Manager

LX HAUSYS
01.2024 - Current
  • Reduced supply chain risks by diversifying the supplier base: Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
  • Negotiated favorable pricing terms with suppliers through data-driven analysis and skilled negotiations, resulting in substantial cost reductions.
  • Managed complex international logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery of sourced materials and products.

Planning Analyst

LX HAUSYS
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  • Managed and monitored KPIs of products business teams, ensuring continuous improvement over time.
  • Coordinated with financial advisors to develop long-term investment strategies.
  • Pain Points Project - Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions for product defects or customer complaints.

Global Sales

LG HAUSYS
01.2002 - 12.2020
  • Successfully penetrated new markets by identifying key players, establishing local distribution networks, and successfully launching new products.
  • Established long-term client relationships through exceptional customer service and strategic account management.
  • Increased global sales and market share by developing potential sales and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Trained junior staff members to improve overall team performance and led sales team to achieve and exceed set targets.
  • Coordinated cross-functional collaboration between departments such as business team, engineer team, designers to develop new products and improve product quality.
  • Provided regular sales forecasts, reports, and recommendations to senior leadership for informed decision-making purposes.

Education

Master of Arts - Economics

Yonsei University
Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
04.2001 -

Skills

Trend Analysis

Negotiation expertise

Team Leadership

Strategic Planning

Problem-Solving

Teamwork and Collaboration

Time Management

Multitasking

Self Motivation

Active Listening

Languages

Korean
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Global Strategic Sourcing Manager

LX HAUSYS
01.2024 - Current

Planning Analyst

LX HAUSYS
01.2021 - 12.2023

Global Sales

LG HAUSYS
01.2002 - 12.2020

Master of Arts - Economics

Yonsei University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Washington
04.2001 -
Taeyoun Kim