JOSE T.

MASIS
1635 S Ridge Dr., Marietta, GA 30066
305-542-6334 * jmc60aea@westpost.net

TRILINGUAL BUSINESS SUPPORT ENGINEER

(Spanish, Portuguese, English)
CUSTOMER SERVICE ~ SALES ~ MARKETING ~ TERRITORY MANAGEMENT

Performance-oriented and results-driven business support liaison professional wi

th more than 14 years of relevant experience in the electro-mechanical, environm
ental, construction, and architectural products industries. Engineer with expert
ise in cultivating business relationships, developing and implementing winning s
upport strategies that maintain customer loyalty, and reaching top company objec
tives. Persuasive key accounts and territory management professional with exper
tise in business support and development. Superb knowledge of Latin American cul
tural and business practices. Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

*Business Support & Development

*Superb Customer Service
*Client Relationship Development
*Business <-- Liaison --> Customer
*Sales
*Product Recommendations
*Persuasive Accounts Management
*Site / Facility Assessment
*Import / Export / Logistics

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
C&J ACQUISITIONS INC.
2005-Present
Acquisitions & Project Manager
* Negotiate commercial property acquisitions for a real estate property acquisi
tions and rehabilitation company. Create and deliver high-impact marketing prese
ntations. Devise the company's marketing campaign; target investor groups throug
h direct mail, billboard and electronic advertising. Identify alternative financ
ing options, including private investments for property purchase.
* Procured properties for as little as 50% of market value and rehabilitated th
em for re-sale or rent, netting investors upward of 150% return on investment. D
eveloped rental properties to maximize cash flow.
* Propelled profits to $750,000 in 2005 and realized company net profits that e
xceeded $2.5 million. The company was brokered with only a $50,000 initial inve
stment.
* Assessed properties, researched competitive pricing, and negotiated lucrative
purchase contracts. Conducted feasibility studies in consideration of property
sales and rehabilitations. Maximized property sales through strategic marketing.
 * Defined project scope and set architectural design. Reviewed construction pla
ns and managed the permitting through local municipalities. Supervised construct
ion projects to ensure compliance with code and state regulatory requirements.
* Selected and hired laborers, negotiated construction contracts, and purchased
construction and remodeling materials at cost savings to ensure optimal profits
. Eliminated inspection failures to maximize time savings and minimize costs.
* Rehabilitated, rented, or sold more than 80 properties in three years; expand
ed from Miami-Dade County to all of south Florida.

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305-542-6334 * jmc60aea@westpost.net
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, Continued

ELECTRASERVE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

1999-2005
National & International Territory Manager - Customer support, Design, Sales, an
d Installation
* Promoted specialized fire suppression systems for data/computer
rooms and served as Territory Manager for South Florida, Latin America, and the
Caribbean.
* Cultivated the company's market presence and increased the local market share
through the design and installation of engineered systems.
* Introduced products to general contractors and top manufacturers for Fortune
500 companies.
* Managed installations, furnished post-installation support, and supervised co
mplex client projects.
* Purchased products, coordinated logistics, invoiced clients, and quoted for p
roducts, services, and installations.
* Conducted on-site visits, assessed client needs, and maximized sales through
consultative sales techniques; provided protection systems for client facilities
.
* Collaborated with clients on product design and selection.

EQUIPMENT & SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

1994-1999
International Territory Manager
* Directed an aggressive market share expansion and territory development in th
e promotion of pre-engineered wastewater treatment systems, automated bottling a
nd packaging food systems, and alternative fuel systems for vehicles. Built new
business and oversaw multi-million dollar accounts.
 * Provided expert support to Latin American international clients and represent
atives in the areas of import shipping and logistics, sales, training, design, a
nd distribution of compact wastewater treatment systems for hotels and ships.
* Utilized expertise in inventory control, warehouse management, product pricin
g and manufacturer negotiations, product shipping and distribution, and import a
nd export to ensure success.
* Conducted product trainings and delivered comprehensive sales presentations t
o distributors and installers at local/international product exhibitions.
* Promoted alternative fuel systems for vehicles along with the conversion of g
asoline-powered vehicles to alternative fuels such as propane or methane.
* Applied expertise in product marketing; developed marketing materials and tra
nslated from English to Spanish/Portuguese.
* Managed product purchasing, furnished quotes, developed invoices, and collect
ed payments.

EDUCATION
Florida International University, Miami, FL
B.S. Engineering
Minor in Business Administration
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Windows / Apple OS 10 * Microsoft Office * E-marketing * Trilingual