James Castro
About James Castro
James Castro is an Account Executive at Procter & Gamble with extensive experience in international sales and account management.
Company
James Castro is currently an Account Executive at Procter & Gamble, a global consumer goods corporation. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, he has been with the company since 2019. Procter & Gamble is known for its diverse range of products across various categories, including beauty, grooming, health care, and home care products.
Title and Responsibilities
James Castro serves as an Account Executive at Procter & Gamble. In this role, he is responsible for managing key accounts, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving sales growth through strategic account management. He leverages his multilingual abilities and expertise in logistics to manage both export and import processes effectively. Additionally, he acts as a liaison among different company levels, from C-level executives to production and packing line staff, to ensure smooth operations and communication.
Previous Experience
Before joining Procter & Gamble, James Castro gained valuable experience in various roles. He was an International Sales Manager at Westminster Inc. in the Greater Atlanta Area from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he worked as an Area Manager for Central America and Mexico at Dorian Drake International in White Plains, New York, for a decade (2008 to 2018). His earlier positions include working as an Assistant Underwriter at PLCSI in Elmsford, New York (2006 to 2008), and serving as an Online Merchandise Coordinator and E-Commerce Online Merchandiser at Lillian Vernon Corporation & Time Life, Inc. from 2005 to 2006.
Education and Expertise
James Castro holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in International Business from Berkeley College, where he studied from 2003 to 2005. His expertise spans various domains, including strategic account management, logistics (export and import processes), and sales forecasting and planning techniques. His educational background and professional experience equip him with the skills needed to strengthen relationships with key and strategic customers throughout the entire business and product cycle.
Leadership and Mentoring
James Castro has demonstrable experience in leadership roles, having overseen, trained, and mentored a team of sales coordinators. His ability to guide teams and foster a collaborative work environment contributes to achieving organizational goals and enhancing team performance. His leadership skills are complemented by his strategic planning abilities and proficiency in managing multinational accounts.