Brett Sakaguchi
About Brett Sakaguchi
Brett Sakaguchi is the Senior Manager of Planning & Performance at Flexport in Los Angeles, with a background in strategic planning, data analysis, and operational management across various industries.
Current Title and Role
Brett Sakaguchi currently holds the position of Senior Manager, Planning & Performance at Flexport. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing planning and performance initiatives from the company's Los Angeles office. His work encompasses a broad range of planning activities aimed at enhancing Flexport's operational efficiency and performance metrics.
Previous Experience at Flexport
Before ascending to his current role, Brett Sakaguchi served as Program Manager, Operational Planning & Excellence at Flexport. Based in San Francisco, he contributed to the company’s operational efficiency and planning strategies for one year, from 2021 to 2022. His work in this position was central to elevating Flexport’s operational standards.
Experience at Uber
In 2020, Brett Sakaguchi worked at Uber as a Senior Strategy & Operations Manager. During his 11-month tenure in San Francisco, he played a critical role in the strategy and operations department, focusing on optimizing Uber’s operational frameworks and strategic planning efforts.
Early Career in Data Analysis
Brett Sakaguchi began his career in data analysis with roles at Ultimate Software. Between 2015 and 2018, he first served as a Data Analyst and later as Senior Data Analyst in Santa Ana, California. His responsibilities involved in-depth data analysis and contributing to the company’s strategic decisions through data-driven insights.
Education Background
Brett Sakaguchi studied Economics at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). He also studied Economics and Japanese at International Christian University. This diverse educational background provided him with a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and language skills.