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Yodit Getachew

Alexandria,VA

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record at Virago Speed Limitors, excelling in contract negotiation and crisis management. Successfully launched and managed operations, enhancing customer relationships and driving business growth. Adept at implementing Agile methodologies, I thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering innovative solutions and fostering collaboration among teams.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

Virago speed limitors and chemical imports
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
09.2020 - Current
  • Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Resolved any discrepancies between customer orders and invoices received from suppliers.
  • Liaised with freight forwarders and carriers to arrange transport of goods by sea or airfreight.
  • Negotiated contracts with foreign suppliers for purchase of raw materials needed for production purposes.
  • Maintained records of all imports and exports in accordance with government regulations.
  • Monitored shipping schedules to ensure timely arrival of goods at destination ports.
  • Maintained relationships with external stakeholders such as customs agents, brokers and freight forwarders.
  • Ensured that all required documents are available for customs clearance prior to shipment departure.
  • Communicated with overseas vendors regarding product specifications and production status updates.
  • Collaborated closely with internal teams including sales, procurement, logistics and finance departments.
  • Assisted in resolving customer complaints related to import and export operations.
  • Provided support in the preparation of export documents such as commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading.
  • Facilitated communication between company, customers and overseas partners to maintain efficient operations.
  • Calculated duty and tariff payments owed on each shipment based on standard tables and legal requirements.

Startup Founder

Nature Feeds PLC
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
03.2021 - 06.2023
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
  • Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
  • Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
  • Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Monitored inventory levels of raw materials and ordered additional stock when needed.
  • Participated in regular meetings with other departments such as sales, engineering, and purchasing regarding upcoming projects.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting issues that arose during the manufacturing process.
  • Identified potential investors and presented investment opportunities.
  • Collaborated with external consultants to develop innovative solutions for strategic challenges.
  • Analyzed industry trends to assess current competitive landscape and identify new opportunities.
  • Developed strategies for marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness.
  • Participated in networking events to build relationships with potential partners or customers.
  • Managed daily operations of the company including staff recruitment and training.
  • Established relationships with key stakeholders such as customers, partners, investors.
  • Oversaw financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and accounting.
  • Managed crises and unexpected challenges, ensuring minimal impact on business continuity.

Restaurant Manager

Fabio trabocci restaurants
Washington , DC
12.2017 - 03.2020
  • Maintained detailed records of sales transactions and daily shift reports.
  • Monitored stock levels of ingredients to ensure timely delivery of fresh produce.
  • Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations and sanitation standards.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by anticipating guest needs before they arise.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and evaluation of employees.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner to maintain positive relationships with guests.
  • Resolved conflicts among employees in an effective manner.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
  • Updated computer systems with new pricing and daily food specials.
  • Resolved and investigated complaints regarding service, food quality and accommodations.

Quality Assurance Analyst

QuadraMed
Rockville, MD
02.2014 - 08.2017
  • Analyzed product requirements, user stories and design documents to create effective test strategies.
  • Developed and executed test plans, cases and scripts to ensure software quality.
  • Checked software programs for usability, functionality, and design issues.
  • Tracked software bugs and detailed information regarding findings and resolution techniques in documentation.
  • Worked with Agile and Scrum methodologies to accomplish project milestones and meet demanding timelines.
  • Tested functionality, performance and compliance of each product against design specifications to maintain strong development standards and high customer satisfaction.
  • Monitored and facilitated bug resolutions to optimize software.
  • Wrote and updated manual test cases for team use, maintaining optimal organization for maximum productivity.
  • Completed unit and regression tests on software and individual modules.
  • Performed regression testing after bug fixes or code changes were implemented.
  • Verified functionality of new features and bug fixes by running manual tests.
  • Utilized issue tracking tools such as JIRA and Bugzilla to document bugs discovered during testing.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
05-2014

Skills

  • Contract negotiation
  • Customer relationship management
  • Crisis management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Problem solving
  • Business launch
  • Bidding processes
  • Agile methodology implementation

Certification

  • Certified Scrum Master April 2023

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Startup Founder

Nature Feeds PLC
03.2021 - 06.2023

Owner

Virago speed limitors and chemical imports
09.2020 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Fabio trabocci restaurants
12.2017 - 03.2020

Quality Assurance Analyst

QuadraMed
02.2014 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Biology

George Mason University

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