Zen Azuma
About Zen Azuma
Zen Azuma serves as the Sr. Manager of Global Accounts at Murata Electronics, where he has worked since 2009. He has extensive experience in managing multinational teams and a strong background in electronics product categories.
Work at Murata Electronics
Zen Azuma has been employed at Murata Electronics since 2009, currently holding the position of Sr. Manager, Global Accounts. His tenure at the company spans 15 years. Prior to this role, he served as a Regional Sales Manager from 2006 to 2008 in San Jose, California, and as a Global Account Manager from 2000 to 2008 in Dallas, TX and Irvine, CA. His career at Murata began as a Key Account Manager from 1996 to 2000 in Irvine, CA.
Management of Multinational Teams
In his current role, Zen Azuma manages a multinational team that operates across 18 countries, including regions such as Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Japan, the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Finland, Germany, France, the Netherlands, the UK, Ireland, Italy, and Hungary. This experience highlights his capability in overseeing diverse teams and navigating global markets.
Education and Expertise
Zen Azuma has a diverse educational background. He studied at Wakayama Higashi and later attended Kansai Business School, where he focused on Business Analysis, Statistics, and Database Development, achieving a Post Graduate degree from 1987 to 1988. Additionally, he studied Nutritional Science, Hygiene Laws, Food Science, and Public Health at Tokai Gakuen from 1985 to 1986.
Development of Business Management Processes
Zen Azuma developed a proprietary business management process cycle known as APME-R Business Cycle Management. This initiative reflects his commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and strategic management within the organization.
Experience in Electronics and Product Applications
Zen Azuma possesses extensive knowledge in various electronics product categories, including RF Devices, Power Amplifiers, Substrates, Timing Devices, Capacitors, EMI Filters, Inductors, DC-DC Converters, Circuit Protection Devices, and Temperature Sensors. He has focused on applications for a wide range of products, such as GPUs, wireless modules, smartphones, tablets, and more.