JOSE PAULO

Commercial Director
Male55 y/oBD Manager/Channel Manager/Commercial Director/Sales Director/Regional Sales Manager/Supervisor/Regional Sales DirectorLive in PanamaNationality Spain
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Summary

Highly accomplished Commercial Director and Business Development Expert with a proven track record of driving significant growth and establishing strong market presence across Latin America. Possessing a deep understanding of the region's diverse markets, cultural nuances, and business practices, I excel in developing and executing strategic initiatives, building high-performing teams, and fostering key partnerships to achieve exceptional results. My expertise spans various industries, including automotive, IT services, and consumer goods, demonstrating my adaptability and ability to penetrate new territories. I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients and partners, and I leverage my multilingual proficiency (English and Spanish) to effectively communicate and navigate the complexities of international business. My core competencies include strategic market entry and expansion, sales leadership, cross-border business development, and a deep understanding of Latin American distribution and logistics. I am committed to driving revenue growth, optimizing sales operations, and exceeding targets, and I am always seeking new challenges and opportunities to contribute to the success of organizations operating in the dynamic Latin American market

Work experience

Commercial Director

Dongfeng
2023.01-Current(2 years)
• Spearheaded the successful launch and market penetration of the Dongfeng brand in Panama, positioning it as a leading Chinese automotive brand. • Developed and implemented commercial strategies tailored to the Panamanian automotive market, exceeding initial sales forecasts.

Director of Business Development

WEM No Code
2021.05-2022.12(2 years)
• Expanded market presence across Latin America by developing strategic partnerships and securing key clients in the private and public sectors. • Built high-performing teams in major Latin American countries in record time, driving rapid market expansion. • Lead business initiatives to 2 million USD in the first year of operation.

New Business Manager

SM Jaleel & Co
2019.11-2021.04(a year)
• Opened new accounts and expanded distribution networks in Panama and the United States, driving significant revenue growth. • Focused on Central American Market.

Country Sales Manager

Inchcape Suzuki
2018.10-2019.09(a year)
• Developed and executed a national sales strategy for Suzuki in Panama, overseeing multiple branches and sales representatives. • Implemented structured sales processes and training programs, significantly increasing the company's close ratio.

Branch Manager

Ricardo Perez SA Toyota, Panama
2014.10-2018.09(4 years)
• Achieved consistent annual sales growth in Panama, exceeding targets by over 30% in consecutive years. • Built and mentored a high-performing sales team, implementing effective sales and follow-up processes.

Regional Manager

Workout Inc. Puma
2003.08-2014.09(11 years)
• Managed key accounts and drove significant revenue growth for Puma across Central America and Colombia. • Established strong relationships with clients, positioning Puma as their preferred brand. • Successfully reintroduced the Puma brand to the Colombian market, establishing a strong presence and driving significant sales growth. • Opened numerous new accounts and established a robust distribution network.

Educational experience

Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano, Bogota colombia

in International Business
1999.07-2000.12(2 years)
Master in international Business

Externado de Colombia

in Finance and International Relations
1991.07-1996.06(5 years)
BA in Finance and International Relations

Languages

Spanish
Native
English
Proficient
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