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- Advisor / Consultant to the board and the Vice Chairman.- Ensure Compliance of all activities, decisions and implementation of all projects with the set rules and regulations i.e. monitoring corporate governance application- Lead restructuring of the institution to match its growth plans: optimizing policies and procedures, branding, operational control, financial analysis.- Act as HR in charge: build HR Dept, re assign positions & tasks , set policies. prepare employee manual… Show more - Advisor / Consultant to the board and the Vice Chairman.- Ensure Compliance of all activities, decisions and implementation of all projects with the set rules and regulations i.e. monitoring corporate governance application- Lead restructuring of the institution to match its growth plans: optimizing policies and procedures, branding, operational control, financial analysis.- Act as HR in charge: build HR Dept, re assign positions & tasks , set policies. prepare employee manual, create job descriptions. - Contribute to the strategic planning of the institution.- Create a sales strategy, build & train the sales team, set up sales & team kpis, analyze profitability and P&L, create a sales manual.- Optimize the ERP system and re-invent the system based on actual departmental needs and our partners’ needs - Manage the International franchising project.- Project Leader (compliance & requirements) for the Official Guinness Attempt on May 25th 2017 in Forum de Beirut; where we succeeded in settingthis year, officially, a new Guinness record for:Largest One Day Soroban Competition (2467 students competing), in the presence of a Guinness Judge and under the Patronage of his Excellency the Minister of Education, Mr. Marwan Hamadeh and with the participation of a VIP list comprising High Ranked Officials, and Japanese embassy delegates.- Project and campaign Director for Dr.hamza's nomination for the BLA awards(brilliant lebanese awards) by blcbank for 2016; which sheds lights on successful SMEs. Show less

Started Up a new business, in 2013, for Cakes,Bakes and gourmet chocolate. What started as a home based business has become a medium workshop employing 18 skilled workers in a space of 400 sqm,whoch is now being complemented by a Luxurious Café due to open summer 2015 in the Posh area of The Pearl / Qatar.Conducted feasibility study for the Café Opening and successfuly secured the equivalent start up loan from QDB.Handled start up and pre-opening activities for the Bakery as… Show more Started Up a new business, in 2013, for Cakes,Bakes and gourmet chocolate. What started as a home based business has become a medium workshop employing 18 skilled workers in a space of 400 sqm,whoch is now being complemented by a Luxurious Café due to open summer 2015 in the Posh area of The Pearl / Qatar.Conducted feasibility study for the Café Opening and successfuly secured the equivalent start up loan from QDB.Handled start up and pre-opening activities for the Bakery as well as the cafe, which included but is not limited to: HR /recruitment of FOH and BOH staff, Café Conceptualization, Café Design and Layout, Rental Contract Negotiation with UDC, Supplier Selection and Kitchen Installation, etc..Supply Chain, Branding, business development, Managing social media etc.. Show less

Holding this position was challenging by all retail standards as I was in charge of 14 locations in the Gulf region. The job entitled that I consider these stores as my own and to run them / do their forecasts, P&Ls / Budgets, Staffing and of course manage their brand portfolio and set up strategic planning to achieve targets.Main role:To plan, monitor and supervise Buying, sales, operations, marketing and HR, for the assigned company/brand/division, in accordance with the company… Show more Holding this position was challenging by all retail standards as I was in charge of 14 locations in the Gulf region. The job entitled that I consider these stores as my own and to run them / do their forecasts, P&Ls / Budgets, Staffing and of course manage their brand portfolio and set up strategic planning to achieve targets.Main role:To plan, monitor and supervise Buying, sales, operations, marketing and HR, for the assigned company/brand/division, in accordance with the company Policy, ensuring maximum productivity; development of personnel under my charge and an optimal level of customer service. Managing relevant social media platforms, writing their content and website content, coordinating with in house production dept on all media campaigns / plans, brochures, leaflets, press kits.Direct Subordinates: Store ManagersIndirect Subordinates: Assistant Managers, Supervisors, Sales Force, Cashiers, Stockroom Employees and other store employees Show less

The scope of this position extended far beyond the title to cover business development. it comprised of management activities, supply chain tasks, import / export , market research, pricing / costing simulations and much more Formulated Bidding Process for the Department. Source new bids and opportunities. Receive & Review Bids with designated program manager. Prepare List fo Deliverables for the bids. Prepare submittals and Tender requirements. Creating work matrix… Show more The scope of this position extended far beyond the title to cover business development. it comprised of management activities, supply chain tasks, import / export , market research, pricing / costing simulations and much more Formulated Bidding Process for the Department. Source new bids and opportunities. Receive & Review Bids with designated program manager. Prepare List fo Deliverables for the bids. Prepare submittals and Tender requirements. Creating work matrix for the bids and communicating data to concerned departments:HR, Accounting/Finance, Engineering and Procurement. Assisting Procurement in the selection of vendors in coordination with the technical manager.Coordinate with Finance Department with respect to Bid bonds and Performance Bonds Issuance. Managing Procurement and RFQs for special items Develop Bid / Project purchase specifications in coordination with Technical Manager Set up of the outgoing bids for companys ongoing projects.Formulating basis of evaluation in coordination with the designated project manager and the CFO. Initiate contacts with potential clients for our newly established 2 divisions for BMS and Excavation and being the POC in charge of communication and coordination until separate entities are created. Import / Export , Shipping and Logisitics follow up and management. Show less

I joined the Co. Upon Start up and had the challenging role of establishing the Procurement Department, its strategy, policy, and work process. I also set the coordination basis and data flow foundation in alignment with LG's mission and other departments.Main achievements: Creating Categorization files and Databsae for IT use to Start implementing ERP, Making sure our first stock orders arrived on time for the Company Launching, Assiting Logistics Dep. in Figuring out Warehousing solutions… Show more I joined the Co. Upon Start up and had the challenging role of establishing the Procurement Department, its strategy, policy, and work process. I also set the coordination basis and data flow foundation in alignment with LG's mission and other departments.Main achievements: Creating Categorization files and Databsae for IT use to Start implementing ERP, Making sure our first stock orders arrived on time for the Company Launching, Assiting Logistics Dep. in Figuring out Warehousing solutions (outsourcing, freezone,..)and set up of our own warehouses in a record time..) Develop, review, and approve new or improved administrative, purchasing, and clerical procedures to maintain economy and efficiency of operation.Design, monitor and maintain the department's performance metrics and dashboardsDevelop purchase specifications in coordination with Product Managers.Evaluates overall revisions, price and past performance of each contract and approves price increases;. Undertake a supplier performance management activity during the duration of the agreement to ensure the supplier(s) perform to the required service levels and to work with suppliers to develop their capabilities and support the benefit realization outcomes the agreement is designed to deliver. Raise Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders.Coordinate closely with top management and suppliers on yearly order plan and monthly purchase forecast.Prepare weekly, biweekly, monthly reports.Liaise closely with the Warehouse Manager on stocks ordering, shipping and receiving updates.Communicate current information on product and market trends and developments.Follows-up with finance department on the processing of L/Cs / amendments and transfers and ensure timely settlement. Preparation of Tender Documentation and Submittals. Follow up and evaluate the related employees performance, assign objectives, approve and suggest training courses & job rotations Show less

A major Electro Mechanical Supplier ( PHILIPS Lighting -BTICINO SCHNEIDER MERLIN GERIN SIEMENS ITT LOWARA LIBAN CABLES..)Supply Chain & TenderingReviewing Sales Contracts, Agreement Letters, Distributorship ContractsNegotiating with suppliers re. New offers & pricings.Preparation of Costing Simulations. Handling Major Offers costing + pricing c/o our sister companies in Syria and QatarShipment coordination and follow-upPreparation of Tender… Show more A major Electro Mechanical Supplier ( PHILIPS Lighting -BTICINO SCHNEIDER MERLIN GERIN SIEMENS ITT LOWARA LIBAN CABLES..)Supply Chain & TenderingReviewing Sales Contracts, Agreement Letters, Distributorship ContractsNegotiating with suppliers re. New offers & pricings.Preparation of Costing Simulations. Handling Major Offers costing + pricing c/o our sister companies in Syria and QatarShipment coordination and follow-upPreparation of Tender Documentation (Commercial, Technical Files, Financial) +all related aspects of submittals up to the point of delivering the material to theconcerned parties within contractual deadlines (if awarded).Liaising with suppliers with regards to of book of specs and tender requirements.Corresponding with suppliers throughout different project phases (confirmation, F/UP, payment, shipment.)Preparing different reports ( maturity list of all bank guarantees and L/Cs, forecasted Invoicing, ..)Liaising with banks regarding L/C issuance, amendments, payment, undertakingsetc.In 2008, I have successfully negotiated more than 22 L/Cs amounting to 2.5 Million USD.Preparation of Bid Bonds Applications and maintaining the current list.Preparation of Import Financing Requests to banks covering major projects.Organizational DevelopmentAssisting in developing the logistics network, under the approval of the Director & ensure continuous monitoring of network in terms of cost & efficiency.Mapping the Supply Chains' Department strategy and creating the relevant KPIs Ensuring cross-functional coordination between logistical units & other divisions in order to maximize service level & optimize company supply chain performance in terms of efficiency & cost.Working on developing the Staff by:Designing & conducting suitable training plans for the different employees levels Working on developing the employees' activities through optimizing their functions & eliminating any non-value added activities. Show less

 Exports & shipping Logistics Head ; Shipment coordination and follow-up, Liaising with banks regarding L/C issuance, amendments, payment, undertakings…etc. Assisting in setting strategies + plans for market expansion. Evaluating company performance through sales + sales forcast ( yearly/quarterly) Negotiating with suppliers with respect to prices & sales budgets. Closing Deals ( Purchases + Sales ) with Int’l suppliers & clients. Preparing proposals for… Show more  Exports & shipping Logistics Head ; Shipment coordination and follow-up, Liaising with banks regarding L/C issuance, amendments, payment, undertakings…etc. Assisting in setting strategies + plans for market expansion. Evaluating company performance through sales + sales forcast ( yearly/quarterly) Negotiating with suppliers with respect to prices & sales budgets. Closing Deals ( Purchases + Sales ) with Int’l suppliers & clients. Preparing proposals for Tenders & Bids throughout the MENA region. Monitoring all company’s financial files . Hanlded HR Tasks: Recruitment, Employee Evaluation, Defining Profiles for Different posts,.. Show less

• Monitoring warehouses and the transfers.• Conducting daily inventory checks / adjusting inacurracies.• Controling purchases.