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James Yar

James Yar

Omaha,NE

Summary

Results-driven marketing leader born to build strategic, successful campaigns to drive profits, increase market share and cement industry dominance for demanding customers. Focused, performance-minded manager with proven skills in project management, team building, stakeholder relations and campaign optimization. Ready to offer 10 years of experience to new role dedicated to achieving exceptional results on tight timetables.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Market Development Manager

Valmont Industries (Valley International Irrigation)
Omaha, NE
2018.01 - 2023.01
  • The Market Development Manager – Africa position is an individual contributor position for the Irrigation Division
  • The position supports the regional sales initiatives and programs by developing and managing projects related to large agriculture and irrigation projects
  • This position requires professional coordination with local governments, NGO’s, world financing institutions, USA University partners, Africa University partners, local African leaders, and Valmont Irrigation personnel
  • Interacting with various world and local governmental agencies, private aid agencies, and local academic communities often at very senior levels
  • Excellent facilitation/negotiation skills and an in-depth understanding of local social, ethnic and cultural differences are necessary to be effective in this position
  • Developing the need for the product, aiding the local private or government agency in negotiating the project funding with governments, banks and international organizations and providing oversight in managing the project implementation
  • Working closely with Valley University to develop and own appropriate training for local partners
  • Researching and writing grants to cover project expenses
  • Coordinating with Valmont personnel to prepare and deliver training classes and support the delivery of these classes
  • Working with Territory Manager and representative teams to coordinate activity in the region
  • This position requires a large amount of international travel up to 50% to deal locally with the developing areas (Africa).
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.

Senior Design Drafter

Valmont Industries (North America Structures Department, Commercial Division)
Omaha, NE
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Screening orders received from the Project Administrators to determine customer needs
  • After screening, drafting the poles using variety of softwares and programs such as AutoCAD and Pole Assembly following specific Valmont drafting and design guidelines, engineering specifications, and customer requirements
  • Checking designs before making a final decision for manufacturing

Associate Drafter

Valmont Industries (North America Structures Department, Commercial Division)
Omaha, NE
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Screening orders received from the Project Administrators to determine customer needs
  • After screening, drafting the poles using variety of softwares and programs such as AutoCAD and Pole Assembly following specific Valmont drafting and design guidelines, engineering specifications, and customer requirements.
  • Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
  • Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
  • Evaluated information provided by architects and system subcontractors and created accurate drawings according to measurements and specifications.
  • Provided training to newly hired team members on codes, best practices and suppliers.
  • Oversaw [Number] drafting teams completing simultaneous projects, successfully meeting key milestones.
  • Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
  • Trained junior staff on codes, best practices and suppliers, which enabled better self-sufficiency and task completion.
  • Supervised drafting teams completing multiple simultaneous projects and met all task milestones and deadlines.
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare project blueprints.
  • Adhered to established codes and regulations for project compliance purposes.
  • Consulted with architects, customers and vendors to ascertain key project details.
  • Calculated mathematical formulae to develop and design detailed specifications for components and machinery with computer assistance.
  • Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
  • Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
  • Identified potential operational issues and redesigned products to improve functionality.
  • Created CAD models and drawings for [Type] designs.
  • Collaborated with engineering and architecture staff to determine safe, sturdy construction methods.
  • Organized web-based storage sites and collaboration project sites using ProjectWise or cloud storage to share drawings with project and subcontractors.
  • Consulted with project managers, design consultants and sub-contractors to produce and alter drawings.
  • Analyzed component and system details to resolve design problems.
  • Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
  • Modified designs to correct operating deficiencies and reduce production problems.
  • Supported project team in design process to update details of each project.

Sudanese Bilingual Liaison

Omaha Public Schools
Omaha, NE
01.2005 - 01.2012
  • Translating documents in English, Arabic and Nuer
  • Working with the Sudanese and Mid-eastern communities that speak Arabic
  • Working with principals, teachers, counselors, and school nurses
  • Mentoring students
  • Organized, implemented, coordinated and presented family education workshops, training sessions, and language proficiency tutoring.
  • Understood different learning styles, cultures and languages among students and procured support needed to address individual needs.
  • Liaised with student services team to support engaged, multilingual school climate, positive student behavior and regular attendance with family support.
  • Maintained supportive and open communication with guests, wrote guest reports and offered special support to guests needing language help.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive program to increase and improve family involvement in support of student education.

Machine Operator

Cintas Corporation
Omaha, NE
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Running a machine that routes uniforms according to their serial numbers
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
  • Operated and controlled [Type], [Type] and [Type] equipment.
  • Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
  • Verified conformity of processes and conditions for [Type] systems.

Interpreter (English, Arabic and Nuer)

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Cairo, Egypt
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Interpreting in three languages for the refugees that were applying for the refugee asylum
  • Writing and preparing asylum cases
  • Filling out asylum applications
  • Coordinating with International Organization for Migration (IOM)
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
  • Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
  • Communicated with clients to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
  • Offered language instruction to help clients improve language skills.
  • Prepared for interpreting tasks by researching and gathering information about tasks beforehand.
  • Collaborated with other interpreters to cross-check accuracy of interpretations.
  • Used knowledge of accepted ethical guidelines to interpret confidential and sensitive information.
  • Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
  • Assisted in development of terminology glossaries and other resources to help grow vocabulary in source and target languages.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry-specific terminology and jargon to accurately interpret technical or specialized language.
  • Built and maintained relationships with clients to boost possibility of future collaborations.
  • Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
  • Collaborated with team to translate series of documents from English to other languages.
  • Created detailed reports on accuracy of translated documents.
  • Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
  • Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
  • Translated other language books into English.
  • Maximized quality control of translated documents.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread translated documents for accuracy.
  • Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation.
  • Completed precise translations of official documents with correct words and phrasing to meet legal standards.
  • Assisted foreign language-speaking clients with inquiries.
  • Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
  • Proofread, edited and improved documents of different sizes.
  • Developed strategies to perform accurate and consistent translations.
  • Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.

Education

Doane University

Doane University

ITT Technical Institute

American University at Cairo

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

Harvard University

Harvard University

Harvard University

Skills

  • Product Positioning
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making
  • Sales Presentations
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Marketing Communications
  • Market Trends Analysis
  • Service Promotion
  • Relationship Building
  • Product Promotion
  • Strategic Marketing

Languages

Arabic
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Market Development Manager

Valmont Industries (Valley International Irrigation)
2018.01 - 2023.01

Senior Design Drafter

Valmont Industries (North America Structures Department, Commercial Division)
01.2015 - 01.2018

Associate Drafter

Valmont Industries (North America Structures Department, Commercial Division)
01.2013 - 01.2015

Sudanese Bilingual Liaison

Omaha Public Schools
01.2005 - 01.2012

Machine Operator

Cintas Corporation
01.2004 - 01.2006

Interpreter (English, Arabic and Nuer)

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
01.2002 - 01.2004

Doane University

Doane University

ITT Technical Institute

American University at Cairo

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

Harvard University

Harvard University

Harvard University

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