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Clayton S. Honma 17-108 Lekuke Place Kea'au, HI 96749 Employment History February 2009—December 2012 County of Hawaii, Deputy Director Department of Parks and Recreation September 2002-February 2009 Bacon-Universal Company, Inc. Accounts Manager Managed the purchasing of equipment for customers in construction turf, government and agricultural industries. Advised and provided equipment for their current and future business needs. October 2000-September 2002 Y. Hata & Co., Ltd. Branch Manager Managed the foodservice equipment and supply operations for the Big Island branch. Responsibilities included supervision of drivers, warehouse and office staff. Managed the budget for payroll, sales, operation expenses, purchasing, inventory control, accounts payable and receivable. Since October of 2000, sales increased by 15% and operational expenses decreased by 8%. Improvements to the facility, equipment and technology were made. Staff changes were made to build a team dedicated to working towards expansion. December 1998-October 2000 Suisan Co., Ltd. Assistant Manager, Produce Department Managed the produce operations in East Hawaii, duties included purchasing and selling local and mainland products, supervision of employees in the receiving, selection and delivery of produce. During the first year as assistant produce manager, sales increased 80% over 1998 and 20% over 1999 in the year 2000. Supported and worked directly with Frozen Foods Distributor Sales Representatives to maintain and add additional accounts. Worked hard to develop positive working relationships with both farmers and suppliers. August 1993-December 1998 Suisan Co., Ltd. DistributorlSales Representative Assisted customers through menu analysis, portion costing, sampling, broker/manufacturer ride-withs and consultative selling. Customer base consisted of entrepreneurs, food establishments including fine dining restaurants, resorts, retail outlets, schools and various businesses. Additional duties included ordering, contacting prospective customers, merchandising and serving as a member of the annual food show planning committee. Gross sales increased annually at an average of 10%for five consecutive years. June 1990-August 1993 Suisan Co., Ltd. Warehouse/Receiving Responsibilities included the unloading and receiving of merchandise from containers, rotating and slotting inventory. Picked products, consolidated orders, and loaded delivery trucks. Provided prompt and efficient product delivery for"will-call" customers, assisted the warehouse manager in the delegation and supervision of operational responsibilities for the warehouse staff. 1988-1990 University of Hawaii at Hilo, Athletic Department Student Director Intramural Activities Helped to coordinate intramural activities for UH Hilo.