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Luis Guzman

Business Management
Tegucigalpa

Summary

Results-oriented Marketing Manager with over two decades of extensive experience in planning and executing strategic marketing initiatives. Proven expertise in driving brand awareness and top of mind, increasing market share, and maximizing ROI across diverse industries. Continuous marketing evolution trends in different areas.

Adept at leading cross-functional teams and cultivating strong client relationships (internal and external) to achieve business objectives. A leader with a track record of implementing innovative marketing strategies to surpass goals and propel organizational growth.

Expertise in team leadership, planning and organizing and execution skills built over a successful career, seamlessly empowering and motivating teams.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Marketing Manager

Inversiones La Paz
05.2016 - 06.2024
  • Lead company’s communication strategy, its brands and business priorities towards internal customer satisfaction and external customers focused on adding value.
  • Annual marketing communication grand plan. Messages, visuals, budget, dates, execution, and accountability based on goals and KPIs.
  • Planning and execution of communication channels: Traditional, massive, digital, point of sale, public relations, and research. Each area with its effectiveness measurement metrics.
  • Ensure brand Top of Mind and awareness or through strategic communication and measured through market research. Year to date results two-thirds TOM brands and number 1 TOM Retailer Brand.
  • Accompany different communication channels leaders to maximize personal potential and company results through open communication and collaboration.
  • Participation in company-wide initiative focused on creating exceptional experiences at every touch point throughout buyer’s journey – from initial contact to post-sale support through Adobe Journey Optimizer and Sales Force Service CRM.
  • Executed comprehensive marketing plans that consistently achieved targets for increased revenue. Launched successful digital marketing campaigns that achieved goals for increased website traffic.
  • Managed budget allocation and resource utilization to maximize marketing performance and returns.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.

Brand Development Manager

Colgate Palmolive Co
12.2013 - 05.2016
  • Planned, implemented and tracked marketing 5Ps strategies and efforts towards generating growth in market share and brand customer top of mind and customer awareness. Achieved market share leadership in most categories.
  • Detailed market share trends analysis to protect and develop products in different country regions and distribution channels. Products available in at least 8/10 homes.
  • Trained and tracked over +40 points of sale promoters team to communicate product benefits to customers, guiding correct product experience to their needs.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and market trends to make informed decisions about product and brand messaging.
  • Developed and executed branding campaigns to educate target audiences on product features, benefits and values.

Key Account Manager

Kimberly-Clark
10.2010 - 07.2012
  • Accompaniment of distributor members through implementing strategic sales plans to achieve sales growth, inventory control and rotation plus accounts management. Achieving over 10% sales increase for sell in and sell out.
  • Business expansion by identifying hedging opportunities, key inventories turnover activities and negotiations to increase purchases. Achieved coverage expansion and improved client relations through better service.
  • Monitored competitor activity within industry, adjusting strategies accordingly to maintain competitive edge in key accounts management.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by resolving client concerns quickly and efficiently, focused on effective problem solving.

Business Development Manager

Colgate Palmolive
06.2002 - 10.2010

• Collaborated closely with marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns that generated high-quality leads for the sales pipeline.
• Delivered compelling sales presentations to prospective clients, highlighting the unique value proposition of our products and services.
• Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
• Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
• Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies, and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.

Education

Licenciatura - Administracion De Empresas

Universidad Catolica De Honduras
Tegucigalpa, Honduras
09.1996 - 12.2001

High School Diploma -

International School
Tegucigalpa, Honduras
08.1991 - 06.1996

Skills

  • Strategic Thinking

  • Project Management

  • Market Research and Analysis

  • Brand Management

  • Data Analysis

  • Budget Management

  • Crisis Management

  • Trustworthy

  • Team Management

  • Analytical thinking

  • Marketing campaign development

Certification

Diplomado Gerenciamiento en Aden

Timeline

Marketing Manager

Inversiones La Paz
05.2016 - 06.2024

Brand Development Manager

Colgate Palmolive Co
12.2013 - 05.2016

Key Account Manager

Kimberly-Clark
10.2010 - 07.2012

Business Development Manager

Colgate Palmolive
06.2002 - 10.2010

Licenciatura - Administracion De Empresas

Universidad Catolica De Honduras
09.1996 - 12.2001

High School Diploma -

International School
08.1991 - 06.1996
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