Sako Shimohira
About Sako Shimohira
Sako Shimohira is a Product Manager at Charly Group in Amsterdam, with a diverse background in project management and customer relations across multiple countries. She has worked in various roles, including Executive Secretary and Project Manager, and has a strong foundation in web development and Agile methodologies.
Work at Charly Group
Sako Shimohira has been employed at Charly Group as a Product Manager since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and ensuring alignment with customer needs. His position is based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands.
Education and Expertise
Sako Shimohira has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of Warwick, focusing on English and Business, and completed a study abroad program from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, he attended the University of the Arts London, where he completed an Orientation Course to Arts and Design in 2014. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Kansai University, where he studied in the Foreign Language Faculty from 2010 to 2014. His expertise includes web development processes and project management using Agile methodologies.
Background
Sako Shimohira has a varied professional background, having worked in multiple countries including Japan, England, Australia, and the Netherlands. His career includes roles in customer service, sales, and project management. He has experience rebuilding both personal and professional life across these regions, contributing to his adaptability in diverse environments.
Professional Experience
Sako Shimohira has held several positions prior to his current role at Charly Group. He worked as a Product Owner at Wundermart from 2021 to 2022 and at Centralpoint from 2019 to 2020. He also served as a Project Manager at Digitas Amsterdam from 2016 to 2019. Earlier in his career, he worked in various capacities at （株）アダストリア, including Sales Associate and Assistant Manager, and at Michelin Awarded Japanese Hotel in Kyoto.
Skills and Specializations
Sako Shimohira specializes in understanding customer behaviors and building strong relationships with clients. He possesses strong organizational skills, which enable him to manage complex projects effectively. His ability to transform chaos into order is a key asset in his roles, particularly in managing customer portals for unmanned retail solutions.