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ALICIA PEÑARANDA

West Palm Beach

Summary

Systems Engineer and Project Manager with over 10 years in business analysis, software quality assurance, and operations management. Proven track record in driving process improvements and enhancing customer experience through effective team leadership and strategic project coordination.

Overview

1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner & General Manager

Atípicos Latin Food
West Palm Beach
01.2024 - Current
  • Founded and manage daily restaurant operations, overseeing business performance, customer experience, and operational efficiency.
  • Lead employee recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance management.
  • Manage purchasing, inventory control, vendor relationships, payroll, and operational expenses.
  • Monitor financial performance, sales reports, cash management, and profitability indicators.
  • Develop and implement operational procedures to improve productivity and service quality.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food service regulations.
  • Manage online ordering platforms and customer relationship activities.
  • Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Office Manager

Sandy Supermarket
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Managed administrative and operational activities to support daily business functions.
  • Coordinated payroll processes, invoices, vendor documentation, and financial records.
  • Maintained inventory records and supported purchasing activities.
  • Prepared reports and maintained accurate operational documentation.
  • Assisted management with employee scheduling and administrative processes.
  • Supported customer service operations and resolution of business issues.

Part-Time Restaurant Manager / Server

Tipico Rinconcito Colombiano
Hollywood
01.2021 - 01.2021

Assisted with inventory control, purchasing, vendor payments, scheduling, payroll support, and cash closing procedures.

  • Managed daily operations of customer support department to ensure timely issue resolution.
  • Supervised staff performance and provided ongoing training and support.
  • Developed and implemented effective customer service strategies for guest satisfaction.
  • Led sales team in developing customer engagement strategies and enhancing service quality.

Business Systems Consultant

Valempa
Bogot
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Conducted business analysis and requirements gathering for information system improvements.
  • Supported implementation of technology solutions for public utility companies in water, wastewater, and sanitation services.
  • Collaborated with business stakeholders to identify needs and improve operational processes.
  • Supported implementation activities related to Phases II and III of the Assurance Plan under Consulting Contract No. 588 of 2018.

Store Manager

Papeleria Mikonos
Madrid
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Managed retail operations, sales, purchasing, and inventory management.
  • Supervised customer service activities and vendor relationships.
  • Managed invoices, taxes, utilities, and administrative documentation.
  • Provided technical support for computers, printers, and office equipment.

Quality Assurance Consultant

Universidad Distrital Francisco Jos de Caldas
Bogot
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Supported the Unified Administration and Control System (SAC) project for PVD.
  • Defined quality assurance procedures and testing strategies for software solutions.
  • Coordinated testing activities to validate functionality, reliability, and software quality.
  • Collaborated with development teams to identify defects and improve software delivery processes.

Workforce Development Instructor

Fundacin Universitaria San Jos
Bogot
01.2017 - 01.2017
  • Developed instructional materials and training content.
  • Delivered workshops, demonstrations, seminars, and team-based learning activities.
  • Supported workforce development through structured training methodologies.

Technical Project Supervisor

FONADE
Bogot
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Coordinated technical, administrative, and financial activities for assigned projects.
  • Monitored contractor performance, project schedules, deliverables, and contractual obligations.
  • Ensured compliance with project management and supervision standards.
  • Supported reporting, stakeholder communication, and project governance activities.

Education

Specialization - Project Management

Universidad Piloto de Colombia
01-2012

Bachelor's Degree - Systems Engineering

Universidad Nacional de Colombia
01-2007

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Business Analysis
  • Requirements Gathering & Documentation
  • Software Quality Assurance (QA)
  • Software Testing
  • SDLC Methodologies
  • Process Improvement
  • Project Coordination
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Budget Management
  • Vendor Management
  • Risk Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Customer Experience Management
  • ERP Systems Fundamentals
  • Digital Transformation
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Business Process Documentation
  • Requirements Analysis
  • Quality Assurance Processes
  • Information Systems Management
  • ERP Concepts
  • Web Technologies
  • Project Documentation
  • Inventory control
  • Financial analysis
  • Operational management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Strategic planning
  • Operations management

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification In Progress Project Management Institute (PMI)
  • Restaurant Manager Certificate
  • Public-Private Partnerships: Implementing Solutions in Latin America and the Caribbean Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) 2015
  • E-Government Program (Gobierno en Lnea) Ministry of Information and Communication Technologies (MinTIC) & Universidad Nacional de Colombia 2012
  • International Seminar: Paperless Office Initiative Ministry of Information and Communication Technologies
  • Project Evaluation Course National Learning Service (SENA)
  • Web Design and Website Implementation Diploma Universidad Pedgogica
  • Information and Communication Management Seminar Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Public Administration Executive Management Introduction Program ESAP
  • ERP Systems Fundamentals
  • Information Technology Audit Fundamentals
  • Technology-Based Training in Virtual Learning Environments SENA

LANGUAGES

Spanish: Native, English: Intermediate

Timeline

Owner & General Manager

Atípicos Latin Food
01.2024 - Current

Office Manager

Sandy Supermarket
01.2022 - 01.2024

Part-Time Restaurant Manager / Server

Tipico Rinconcito Colombiano
01.2021 - 01.2021

Business Systems Consultant

Valempa
01.2018 - 01.2019

Quality Assurance Consultant

Universidad Distrital Francisco Jos de Caldas
01.2017 - 01.2018

Workforce Development Instructor

Fundacin Universitaria San Jos
01.2017 - 01.2017

Technical Project Supervisor

FONADE
01.2016 - 01.2017

Store Manager

Papeleria Mikonos
01.2015 - 01.2019

Specialization - Project Management

Universidad Piloto de Colombia

Bachelor's Degree - Systems Engineering

Universidad Nacional de Colombia
ALICIA PEÑARANDA