
David Amselem
SENIOR OPERATIONS, IMPORT-EXPORT AND SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONAL WITH EXTENSIVE INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE IN CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
Salaire / Taux journalier
Bruxelles, Belgique
Freelance, ouvert au CDI
Expertises
Langues
À propos
Introduction
Senior operations and import-export professional with 20+ years of experience in consumer electronics, managing end-to-end activities from manufacturing follow-up to distribution. Experienced in supplier coordination, import-export, logistics, inventory, after-sales, and product compliance, with direct exposure to Chinese suppliers. Known for a practical, dependable, and results-oriented approach in international environments. Open to employee positions as well as consulting or mission-based opportunities.
Expérience de travail
Independent Consultant & Entrepreneur
INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT & ENTREPRENEUR
janv. 2022 - Présent
4 ans 10 mois
Belgium Town, Wisconsin, États-Unis
– Founder, Brussels Vintage Guitars. Built and developed a specialized business focused on sourcing, authenticating, and trading premium vintage guitars for an international collector base. Established a strong reputation in a niche market through product expertise, trusted client relationships, and end-to-end management of sourcing, valuation, sales, and business development. – Corporate Event & Client Relations Manager - Exalto Benelux: supported B2B event organization, catalog preparation, product presentations, and coordination of customer product offer, including for key retail accounts (Media Markt). – Trademark & Customs Specialist - Z.S.F Technology China: prepared and coordinated trademark, notarization, translation, legalization, and embassy documentation required for customs clearance in China. – Guitar Expert - DAS Belgium: delivered expert analysis and reporting related to counterfeit instruments and valuation matters for insurance and legal purposes.
Senior Operations / Import-Export/Supply Chain Role
MPMAN EUROPE
janv. 2003 - janv. 2022
19 ans 1 mois
Belgium Town, Wisconsin, États-Unis
– Held a broad end-to-end operation across international consumer electronics activities, overseeing the full value chain from manufacturing to multi-country market distribution. – Directed a supplier network across Asia, overseeing production processes, maintaining quality standards, and managing strategic relationships with manufacturing partners. – Ensured all products met certification and compliance requirements, enabling smooth entry into multiple European markets. – Led packaging development in collaboration with design agencies and legal partners, ensuring both regulatory compliance and strong brand alignment. – Managed trade finance operations, including the issuance and negotiation of Letters of Credit (L/Cs) with Chinese partners, in coordination with local banks. – Improved operational performance across logistics, inventory management, distribution, and delivery processes. – Collaborated closely with sales teams and key accounts to support commercial success, enhance customer satisfaction, and resolve issues effectively. – Oversaw key marketing activities, including website management, catalog production, and the execution of sales events, strengthening overall brand visibility. – Led after-sales operations, managing returns and providing cross-regional support, including complex cases involving insurance companies and legal partners. – Supported international business development efforts by participating in major trade fairs, including IFA Berlin. Impact: Played a key role in scaling MPMAN into a pan-European brand distributed across 15 countries, supporting annual revenues of up to €35M and reinforcing market visibility through flagship industry events.
Trader
JME BELGIUM
janv. 2000 - janv. 2002
2 ans 1 mois
– Supported European companies in sourcing consumer electronics products facing shortages in their domestic markets. Identified reliable suppliers and customers across Europe and facilitated commercial opportunities with major retail players including FNAC, Conforama, Darty, and Media Markt.
Director / Production coordinator
FREELANCE
janv. 1994 - janv. 2000
6 ans 1 mois
Paris, France
– Worked as director for event films and production coordinator for major French media and corporate brands, including Citroën, Canon, Peugeot, TF1, France Télévisions, Canal+, and M6.
Formation
Université Paris Nanterre
Bachelor's degree equivalent, Economics & Administration
1992 - 1995
3 ans 1 mois