Samuel Canavate Fernandez
San Diego, California
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Consultant
Selfemployed
01.2023 - Current
- Working as independent consultant for different companies in Mexico, USA and Europe with the purpose of creating a cross relationships between them.
- Developed new proposals, contracts and procedures to draw in more clients and streamline work operations.
- Negotiated lucrative contracts on behalf of clients, resulting in increased revenue and business expansion.
- Streamlined international supply chain processes for increased efficiency and reduced costs within client organizations.
- Led restructuring of customs organization and IMMEX internal processes, resulting in improved performance.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Operation Manager
Seakay Trade SL
06.2020 - 01.2023
- Aquaculture farm and seafood distributor in Spain.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Head of export department, developing United Arabs Emirates and China markets.
- Supervisor for the procurement of fresh and frozen seafood imported from abroad European Community.
- In charge of the branch office opening in Baja California, Mexico, for fresh fish purchases and export to Europe.
Startup Founder
The Fish Ark SL
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Negotiated strategic partnerships with Sri Lanka, Maldives and Seychelles suppliers of fresh tuna, expanding the company''s reach in the industry.
- Built an extensive network of connections within the seafood industry, facilitating collaboration and resource sharing among customers and suppliers.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
Sales Export Manager
COPROPESA
11.2013 - 02.2019
- Dover sole RAS aquaculture farm in Spain.
- Partnered with finance departments to manage currency fluctuations effectively, mitigating risks associated with foreign exchange transactions.
- Managed accounts to grow share of business in United Arab Emirates, United States, United Kingdom, Germany and China.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and logistics planning.
- Conducted regular market research, keeping up-to-date on industry trends, exhibiting in several Seafood Expo Show´s and Fancy Food, guiding strategic decision-making accordingly.
Education
MBA - Business Economics
ENEB (Escuela De Negócios Europea De Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain06.2020
MIBO (Master of International Business Operations) - İnternational Commerce
Official Chamber of Commerce, Sevilla
Sevilla, Spain07.2010
Skills
- Effective negotiation
- Customer Targeting
- Sales strategy development
- Multitasking Abilities
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Microsoft 365 Software Proficiency
- Supply chain, logistics and customs management
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Elementary (A2)
Italian
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Independent Consultant
Selfemployed
01.2023 - Current
Operation Manager
Seakay Trade SL
06.2020 - 01.2023
Startup Founder
The Fish Ark SL
06.2017 - 06.2020
Sales Export Manager
COPROPESA
11.2013 - 02.2019
MBA - Business Economics
ENEB (Escuela De Negócios Europea De Barcelona
MIBO (Master of International Business Operations) - İnternational Commerce
Official Chamber of Commerce, Sevilla
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