Gutema Wegari
@gutemawegari
A results-driven Sales and Business Development professional based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with more than 10 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I have a BA in Management and a BSc in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering, combined with extensive experience in Regional Sales, Territory Sales Management, Sales Supervision, and Sales Management. Throughout my career, I have managed sales teams, distributors, dealers, retailers, key accounts, and diverse customer relationships across different markets.
My key strengths include B2B and B2C sales, business development, lead generation, customer relationship management, territory and channel management, market research, sales reporting, team coordination, negotiation, and achieving sales targets.
I am now seeking a remote opportunity where I can use my sales experience, communication skills, leadership ability, and growing digital/AI capabilities to help organizations generate revenue, acquire and retain customers, manage business relationships, and achieve sustainable growth. I am comfortable working independently, communicating with international teams, learning new digital tools, and working in a performance-driven remote environment.
I am fluent in English, Amharic, and Afaan Oromo and am particularly interested in remote opportunities in Sales, Business Development, Customer Success, Sales Operations, Digital Marketing, AI-assisted business roles, and Oromo language-related projects.
PROFFETIONAL EXPERIENCE
LYDETCO SOLAR: Regional Sales & Marketing | June 2026 – Present
Manage regional sales and marketing activities, building relationships with distributors, retailers, and key customers to drive business growth.
Identify and develop new business opportunities through customer engagement, site visits, market research, and lead generation.
Kerchanshe Group: Sales Supervisor | April 2025 – May 2026
Supervised daily sales activities and field sales teams, ensuring effective territory coverage, customer engagement, and achievement of sales targets Managed relationships with distributors, retailers, wholesalers, and key customers while identifying new business opportunities and expanding market coverage.
Multichoie Ethiopia Company: Territory Sales Manager | October 2021 – March 2025
Managed territory sales operations, business development, and channel activities to achieve revenue, volume, and market-growth targets Built and maintained strong relationships with strategic customers, distributors, and channel partners while expanding market coverage. Prepared sales forecasts, budgets, pipeline reports, and performance updates while monitoring inventory and coaching sales representatives to improve results.
SMADL Manufacturing Company: Territory Sales Manager | December 2015 – September 2021
Built, organized, and led sales teams while monitoring territory performance, customer demand, pricing, market trends, and competitor activities. Trained and coached sales representatives, distributors, and channel partners while optimizing resources
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Territory Sales Manager
Multichoice Ethiopia Company
Apr 2023 - Jun 2025 (2 years 2 months)
Built, organized, motivated, and led the sales team, overseeing company activities and operations. Improved team performance and market productivity, achieving and surpassing sales volume targets.
Territory Sales Supervisor
Multichoice Ethiopia Company
Oct 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 5 months)
Supported sales growth through team coordination and collaboration, leading and motivating the sales team to increase productivity. Maintained effective communication with the team, customers, and the company, strengthening brand image and customer satisfaction.
Territory Sales Manager
SMADL Mobile Manufacturer Company
Apr 2018 - Oct 2021 (3 years 6 months)
Supervised overall company activities in the territory, building, organizing, motivating, and leading high-performing sales teams. Developed and executed sales mechanisms and strategies, maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and customers.
Channel Sales Manager
SMADL Mobile Manufacturer Company
Dec 2015 - Mar 2018 (2 years 3 months)
Identified customer segments and developed market strategies, organizing sales teams for effective resource utilization. Conducted market research and developed market expansion strategies, building strong business networks between supply chain and retailer channels.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Rift Valley University
Bachelor of Arts, Management
2020 - 2020
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Management. This program focused on developing essential management skills and business acumen.
Rift Valley University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Management
2016 - 2020
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Management, gaining foundational knowledge in business administration, organizational behavior, and strategic planning. Developed skills in leadership, resource management, and decision-making relevant to various industries.
Haramaya University
Bachelor of Science, Water Resources and Environmental Engineering
2015 - 2015
Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering. The curriculum covered principles of water resource management and environmental engineering.
Haramaya University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Water Resources and Environmental Engineering
2011 - 2015
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering, focusing on sustainable water management, environmental protection, and engineering principles. Acquired technical expertise in water systems, environmental impact assessment, and resource optimization.
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