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A proven track record for identifying and developing opportunities for FMCG and Retail industries. Have fostered a winning mindset through a compelling vision driving aggressive growth. The key enablers have been maintaining and driving market leadership through innovation and the pursuit of excellence, while keeping a keen eye on both the top and bottom-line. Used strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to liaise with government, affiliated organizations and private companies. • In two years, executed turnaround of Makro Habib, Pakistan’s largest retailer and first Cash and Carry business, into a positive cash flow generating company with all five megastores being profitable. • Created substantial value for investors and contributed to the development of retail sector in Pakistan by initiating and executing a successful merger between Makro Habib and Metro Cash & Carry, the world’s #3 retailer.• Led Unilever Pakistan Foods Limited to its recognition as the #1-performing company on the Karachi Stock Exchange (2008). • Led Walls Ice Cream Pakistan from turnover of Rs. 1.5B (USD ~25mm) to Rs. 5.3B (USD ~94mm) over a period of 3 years, including 40% growth in 2008 that resulted in a #1 global ranking on the Unilever list
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Chief Executive OfficerJ.B Foods (Pvt) Ltd Oct 2012 - PresentLahore, Punjab, PakistanSetting up and leading a processed foods marketing and manufacturing venture - Frozen French fries. Currently working on a start-up for the manufacturing of Panko Bread crumbs for use by the food processing industry. Currently running an industrial potato starch business.
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ChairmanUtility Stores Corporation Pakistan May 2014 - Apr 2017Islāmābād, PakistanAt the request of the Government Chairing the Board of Utility Stores Corporation of Pakistan. A Government owned chain of more than 6000 stores nationwide, 14000 employees with a Turnover of Rs.80 billion per annum. A key responsibility was to lobby with Government officials to bring about a change in systems, which resulted in the decision to hire senior leadership from the corporate sector and the financial reports reflecting the true status of the affairs of the company. -
Ceo & DirectorHabib Metro Pakistan Ltd. / Metro Habib Pakistan Ltd. Jul 2012 - Sep 2012Lahore Pakistan• After completion of the merger between Makro Habib and Metro Cash & Carry, assumed responsibility as CEO of Habib Metro, the property company that owns all ten megastores. Responsible for maximizing the potential of current properties and future store expansion. • Served as Non-Executive Board member of Metro Habib, which is the post-merger operating company and has annual turnover of USD ~450 million. Responsible for steering the operations at the corporate level and actively providing a local perspective to ensure a profitable organization
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Managing Director & CeoMakro Habib Pakistan Ltd Feb 2009 - Jun 2012Lahore PakistanAccepted leadership of first Cash & Carry business in Pakistan, with 5 megastores and 1,400 permanent employees generating current annual revenue of Rs. 16B (USD ~168mm). The company began in 2004 as a joint venture between Netherlands-based SHV Holdings and Habib Group (a leading family-owned conglomerate), and opened its first store in 2006. • Executed a significant turnaround of the business, taking it from an annual loss of USD 6.7mm before joining to a profit of USD 3.0mm by year-end 2011, immediately prior to its merger with Metro. • Steered the business through a challenging phase of expansion, establishing a platform of sustained profitable growth, proving the cash & carry model, and developing a culture for the company. • Key initiatives included defining the vision, developing a strategy, identifying enablers, and organizing a fit-to-compete organization
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Managing Director & Ceo, Unilever Pakistan Foods Ltd.Unilever Pakistan Ltd. Mar 2006 - Jan 2009Karachi PakistanIn addition to leading the Walls Ice Cream business and serving on the Management Committee of Unilever Pakistan Ltd., was assigned responsibility for Unilever’s entire foods business portfolio excluding beverages. Unilever Pakistan Foods Ltd. is a public limited company listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE). Company recognized as #1-performing company on the KSE in 2008.• After steering the team to develop a foods business strategy covering three years from 2006 onwards, the organization delivered ahead of schedule, resulting in growth of 40+%. • Value-added food categories grew by 30+% growth, overtaking Nestle in the Noodles category from 44% market share in 2006 to 56% market share in 2007. • Strategy focused on affordability, taste, nutrition and convenience as the foundations for building a value-added business.
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Business Director, Walls Ice CreamUnilever Pakistan Limited Dec 2004 - Jan 2009Karachi PakistanResponsible for leading the Walls Ice Cream business in Pakistan and served as a member of the Management Committee of Unilever Pakistan Ltd.• Grew the business in three years from turnover of Rs.1.5B (USD ~25mm) to Rs. 5.3B (USD ~94mm) and increased market share from 70% to 83%. This growth was enabled by a complete revamping of the company’s distribution and supply chain model.• A high rate of successful innovation and an effective communication strategy were the two key success factors in achieving 40% growth in 2008, making the Walls Pakistan the fastest-growing business in Unilever globally.• Secured approval for investment of Rs. 1.2B (USD ~20mm) in the Walls Pakistan business, representing the highest-ever single investment by the company in its 58-year history in Pakistan
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Vice President Commercial, Selecta Walls Ice CreamUnilever Philippines Inc. Jul 2003 - Nov 2004Manila, PhilippinesServed as Unilever’s representative on the management team of Selecta Walls, a 50% joint venture and the Philippines’ largest ice cream company with a majority market share. • Returned the ice cream business to growth after a period of stagnation, focusing on growth initiatives, supply chain, and finance (including information technology). Key initiatives included a major “Fit for Growth” program and full implementation of an ERP system throughout the organization.• Successfully managed sensitive relationships arising from the nature of a 50% joint venture between a local family-owned business and a multinational.
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Various Roles, Including Corporate ControllerUnilever Pakistan Ltd. Aug 1986 - Jun 2003Karachi PakistanStarted at the largest multinational company in Pakistan in 1986 as an Assistant Internal Audit Manager and held a variety of roles over the subsequent years, including: Corporate Controller; Commercial Manager of Foods & Beverages business unit; Commercial Manager of Home & Personal Care business unit; Commercial Manager of an edible oil factory; and Management Accountant. Completed a one-year sabbatical in 1997-1998 to take advantage of a Chevening Scholarship awarded by the British High Commission in Pakistan.
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Jamal Siddiqui Education Details
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Cardiff Business SchoolEconomics -
A.F. Ferguson & Co., An Affiliate Of Price Waterhouse CoopersAccountancy
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International Courses And Seminars
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Jamal Siddiqui works for J.b Foods (Pvt) Ltd
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Jamal Siddiqui attended Cardiff Business School, A.f. Ferguson & Co., An Affiliate Of Price Waterhouse Coopers, International Courses And Seminars.
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