I am solutions focused executive, with a reputation as a data driven leader who is analytical, practical, and develops strategic plans with long term visions and a competitive advantage. For the last 5 years he has managed multiple offshore technical component partner factories in Japan, S. Korea., Taiwan, Singapore and China. His experience in mining efficiencies in global operations and supply chains enables technology transfers and best practice sharing that enhances performance and yield while reducing quality issues.In his leadership positions as General Manager of a global business unit, Director of North American Sales and Director of Global Business Development, he has been recognized for his versatility and capability to solve a variety of challenges. His leadership style focuses on guiding his team’s success by giving them room to make a difference and achieve their full potential by aligning their individual career goals to the company’s short and long term objectives.Shiraz started his career with a technical background in Engineering Management and moved on to Sales, Marketing, Business Development and Operations Management. After having spent many years in the sales arena, Shiraz enjoys engaging with the customer to find synergy that ensures a long term partnership rather than a transaction based relationship. In cultivating new opportunities and discovering new markets, Shiraz has repeatedly grown the opportunity funnel and the top and bottom line, while developing long standing relationships with customers.