Ahmad Youssuf, National Business Director

Ahmad Youssuf

National Business Director

Al Futtaim Group

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Master's degree, Business - Marketing
Experience
18 years, 7 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :18 years, 7 Months

National Business Director at Al Futtaim Group
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • January 2013 to December 2023

(Al Futtaim) holds the exclusive distributor rights for Multi Car Brands, Real Estate and Finance Services. Established in 1974, the company represents world-renowned brands and has a reputation as one ofthe most respected companies in Oman.
Key Qualifications & Responsibilities
● Provided leadership in improving service gross from AED 65 M to more than AED 200 M per Annum usingseveral strategies, including service drive menus, declined OP codes, and RO review processes.
● Generated new revenue streams, such as: remarketing Paint-less dent repair within the servicedepartment, selling new models in difference cities.
● Led in always providing and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction levels above the region in both sales and service.
● Managed all day-to-day operations in Variable and Fixed Operations. Mentored and guided about 75 employees and Managers.
● Grew the sales of new inventory, service and Parts departments to #1 of 3 Honda dealerships and Related finance Services in GCC Scores and Gross Profit Revenues, generating AED 122 M in combined annual revenue.
● Innovated revenue streams, leading in customer satisfaction with a 95% approval rating.
● Managed operations and mentored 75 employees, achieving a 10% increase in team
productivity.
● Oversaw a 12% reduction in operational costs through efficient resource management.

Sales And Business Development Manager at National Bank Of Abu Dhabi
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • June 2005 to December 2012

National Bank of Abu Dhabi “NBAD” is the UAE’s largest bank and one of the world’s largest financial institutions offers an extensive range of tailor-made solutions, and products and services, to provide a customized banking experience.
Key Qualifications & Responsibilities
● Working with Commercial and Middle Market Banking teams in the geography to expand Mortgage finance, deposits, other retail Banking Products and fee income for the NBAD.
● Worked with banking teams to expand product offerings, resulting in a 50% increase in portfolio diversification.
● Doubled average sales QoQ, adding an estimated AED 150 M to annual revenue.
● Acquired 2100+ new corporate accounts annually, a 20% increase from previous years.
● Formed 69 strategic alliances, increasing sales by 76% in 3 years and expanding the bank's
reach into 4 new markets.
● Built relationships with developers, leading to a 25% increase in mortgage approvals.
● Secured member pricing for unit purchases, saving clients an average of AED 10 K per
transaction.
● Oversaw lending practices in line with CBUAE guidelines, maintaining a 98% compliance rate.
● Promoted financial products to clients, increasing product upsells by 30%.
● Acquired and analyzed client financials, identifying opportunities worth OMR 50M in potential
investments.
● Served as a bridge between clients and bank partners, facilitating over 530 successful
transactions. Engaged in community involvement and business networking, representing the bank in 20+ local events and seminars.

Education

Master's degree, Business - Marketing
  • at Campbell University
  • April 2013

MBA

Diploma, Marketing And Advertising
  • at The American University In Cairo
  • April 2007

Diploma AD

Bachelor's degree, Mass Communication
  • at Cairo University
  • July 2004

BA, Mass Communication

Specialties & Skills

Marketing
Business Development
Automotive
BUSINESS NETWORKING
FORECASTING
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
MANAGEMENT
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
COST REDUCTION
GEOGRAPHY
GROSS PROFIT
PLANNING
REVENUE GROWTH
Budget & Sales Forecasting
Quality Improvement & Cost Reduction
Organizational Restructuring
Stakeholder & C-Level Relationship Management
Crisis & Turnaround Management
Budget Planning & Control
Staff Development & Turnover Management
Risk Management (Operational & Financial)
Business Strategy & Planning
Strategic Planning & Execution

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Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Native Speaker
French
Beginner

Training and Certifications

NBAD Secure (Training)
Training Institute:
NBAD Academy
Date Attended:
March 2007
Duration:
180 hours

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