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Assem Abou El-Magd, General Manager

Assem Abou El-Magd

General Manager ·Giza Misr for Transmission and Distribution GM T&D

Egypt

Bachelor's degree, Electrical power Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 30 years, 8 months

General Manager

October 2021 - Present

Giza Misr for Transmission and Distribution GM T&D

Cairo, Egypt

October 2021 - Present

Managing all company activities ( business development; tendering; operation; project managers; supply chain and HR ) to achieve the required goals in terms of establishing relations with executive managerial positions; awarding tenders with profitable margins; projects excusion within scheduled plans; achieving overall cpmany turnover and maintaing profitability and targeted margin.

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Management

Sales & Business Development Director

November 2020 - October 2021

Professional Engineering Services

Cairo, Egypt

November 2020 - October 2021

*Identify, evaluate, develop or acquire and close business opportunities in the market .
*Securing orders to achieve overall budget M120 EGP in Contracting and panels sales business.
*Setting sales and business development strategies to penetrate into new business segments as contractor and panels supplier throughout prequalify the company in different utilities such as Oil & Gas, water and waste water Authority, Electricity holding company. Approaching consultants and Large EPC to build trustful business relations.
* Building sales team and reinforcing tendering team to be capable to face market challenges.
* Monitoring and studying market demand that may guide to add new business activities / products to company portfolio.

Company industry:
Installation & Technical Services
Job role:
Sales

Regional Sales and business development Director GCC, Pakistan and new business developed countries

September 2019 - October 2020

El Sewedy Electric - Transformers segment

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

September 2019 - October 2020

*Responsible about achieving overall sales targets of Oil distribution transformers, Dry transformers and power transformers in GCC including KSA, Levant countries, Pakistan and new developed countries .
* Participate in placing the global Transformers segment strategy to meet Region/Country requirements and implements with country specific action plans.
* Define key targets (e.g. volume, prices, portfolio mix) for sales team and ensures these are achieved for the segment(s).
* Selling and developing business through Utilities, EPC and major projects contractors.
*Ensure detailed business/sales plans are in place with regular follow up. Drives the growth of the top line in each target segment
* Prequalifying transformers product in different teritory utilities and placing in vendor list
* Ensure the team is well prepared and has the necessary internal support to pursue and manage large project contracts and helping negotiate complex legal and commercial international frame agreements.
* Build and maintain strong relationships at senior levels in different segments with the key stakeholders.

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Sales

Segment Sales Director GCC&Pakistan

January 2019 - August 2019

Schneider Electric - United Arab Emirates

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

January 2019 - August 2019

*Primary responsibility to design and implement strategies and programs that direct both the marketing and sales of the products, services and solutions to market segments ( GCC& Pakistan )
* Responsible for overall sales performance of business line or segment, achieving targeted budget with targeted margin in both country wise and product family wise.
* Achieving high growth in utilities segment sales in terms of sales volume and margin via direct selling to utilities or via EPC, partners and channels .
* Monitor competitors’ products, including relevant sales and marketing data
* Supporting marketing team in prequalification process and promoting for Automation Grid solutions (EcoStruxure solution)
* Creating and Developing strong relationships with key client’s stakeholders at senior ( C-level ) and mid management level.
*Gathering Market intelligence to support marketing team to build marketing strategy (product mapping and Go to market plan)
*Developing and implementing Team Goals and objectives to be in line with overall company strategy .

Company industry:
Utilities
Job role:
Sales

Regional sales and marketing Manager , Middle East & North Africa (MENA) , IRAN& Pakistan

April 2013 - December 2018

Lucy Electric ( Lucy switchgear )

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

April 2013 - December 2018

1. Identify and develop new markets for the company products and services in the market area .
2. Actively manage and measure performance of existing partners, agents and distributors in market area .
3. establish new partnering arrangements for the company products, in particular maximizing package/mini substation opportunities for the market and export it.
4.Issue a monthly sales management forecast and report to the Global sales & marketing director with input from the area sales mangers .
5. Formulate and follow dedicated and focused business plans for new markets and develop and execute these in line with budget.
6. Manage the targets and goals of the sales management team and support staff and contribute fully in the senior management team.
7. Actively contribute to development plan for new products with the research and development function via the technical marketing function .
8. Leading commercial contact at regional exhibitions and trade shows .
9. Ensure that company products are effectively supported within agreed budget.
10. Create fact based presentations that support the company's point of view that resonates with customer.
11. Working effectively with the Global and Marketing team and other regional offices as point of contact for reviews, updates and information for marketing related issues and concerns .

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Sales

Regional Export Sales and Business Development director

May 2011 - March 2013

Elsewedy Electric ( Power & Dry Transformers segment )

Cairo, Egypt

May 2011 - March 2013

According to the company products range which are as follow: producing power transformers up to 200 MVA, 220 KV and dry transformers up to 10 MVA, 33KV .
*Carry out market research and competitive analysis to capture proper export opportunities in the neighbor countries including north of Africa, black Africa, Levant and gulf countries.
* Maintain and develop existing and new customers through planned individual account support and liaison with internal order-processing staff.
* Plan and carry out direct marketing activities to agreed budgets, sales, volume values, product mix and time scales.
*Achieving of annual sales goals ( Approximate annual Gross Sales Value about 45 M$ ).
*Achieving of monthly sales and invoicing targets .
*Managing the prequalification file in the gulf countries and targeted countries / authorities .
*Use personal judgment and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in export activity and procedure.
*Liaise and attend meetings with other company functions necessary to perform duties and aid business and organizational development.
*Establish export sales arms in the targeted countries including sales offices and/or agents.
*Identify and study potential business opportunities in the export markets and come up with recommended tactics whereby the company can expand its business in these countries.

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Sales

General Manager

November 2009 - April 2011

Elsewedy Electric , Transformer and package substation factory

Damascus, Syria

November 2009 - April 2011

* Define and implement a specific vision for the company in agreement with CEO according to the market strategy and corporate vision and ambition
* Define in relation with CEO & CFO company objectives as well as financial, production and human resources needed to achieve these objectives.
* Managing and coordinating all activities of the businesses with regard to, but not limited to;marketing, sales, operation, supply chain management, finance and human resources to ensure its effective execution.
* Reviewing financial statements, sales, operation activities reports and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.
*Accountable for monitoring and analyzing performance against plans and recommend appropriate actions required to meet or over achieve business objectives.
* Accountable for the effective management through defined KPI’s for all business streams of the company (Marketing, Sales, HR, Supply Chain and Operations) to achieve company goals.
*Accountable for effective and efficient utilization of all human and financial resources in the company.
* Accountable and responsible to define and implement PR plans with local authorities
*Accountable to ensure effective communication / information within the company as well as between the company and H.O.
* Accountable and responsible to solve all legal matters in relation with country of operation legal presence as per H.O. directives
* Accountable to develop and maintain good relationships with major clients and large accounts.
* Accountable for the efficient management and control of the investments that is discussed with and approved by CEO and CFO
* Accountable to achieve the agreed upon KPI`s targets as per the Market objectives of the country’s dashboards:
- P&L
- Profitability,
- Investment .,
- EBITA,
- Marketing General Expenses`,
- Headcount expenses & cost per employee,
- CAPEX,

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Management

Commercial and Business development Director

August 2007 - October 2009

Elsewedy Electric , Syria

Damascus, Syria

August 2007 - October 2009

For Industrial field of distribution transformers, dry type transformers, power transformers, package substation, LV panels, electronic energy meters and H.V substations :
*Opening and developing new business opportunities in existing and new markets ( Syria, Jordan, Iraq, Libya, Algeria, Yemen, , ..... ).
* Pre-qualifying products of the company in the targeted markets ( Gulf countries )
* Prepare and introduce Sales and marketing plans and budgets for the target markets .
* Implement strategies to improve market share
* Prepare proposals with the general manager that are geared to awarding the tenders and maximize profit .
* Preparing and presenting the company pre-qualification file to the targeted electricity authorities to obtain the approval of each market on our products .
*Coordinate with design office for design product comply with each country specifications and fulfill customer needs with min. cost
*Achieving of annual sales goals ( approximate annual gross sales volume 30 M$ ).
*Achieving of monthly sales and invoicing targets .
*Conducting a market analysis at different sales area .
*Meet large account and update them on their current portofolio .
*Attend exhibitions related to the industry .
*Works with the general manager and advertising agencies on preparing necessary collateral material and marketing tools .
* Ensure the function operates within cost restrains .
*Supervise, motivate and monitor team performance.

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Sales

Sales team leader

September 2004 - July 2007

Schneider Electric Egypt

Cairo, Egypt

September 2004 - July 2007

*Work in teamwork effectively & Direct the action to achieve the targeted services sales ( Rehabilitation, Renovation, Extensions, maintenance contract, spare parts and turn key projects ) within the frame of company profitability and high quality of execution.
* Contributes to achieve the Company targets (Turnover, Margin & Invoicing) & quality of services.
*Contribute in the quality of contract’s execution from the technical, commercial, administrative, financial & judicial view points to fulfil all contract obligations.
*Develops customer’s relation by opening new channels & penetrate in new markets.
*Contributes for the quality of agreements with customers & Suppliers to ensure the best commercial conditions.
* Direct the subordinates to achieve the company targets .

Company industry:
Heavy Industry & Metallurgy
Job role:
Sales

senior services sales Engieer

July 2001 - August 2004

Schneider Electric Egypt

Egypt

July 2001 - August 2004

* Maintain the services division sales budget to support the autonomous services activity.
* Preparing and proposing an appropriate services offer ( Rehabilitation, Renovations, Extensions for L.V and M.V switchgear, Maintenance contract, spare parts and turn key projects ) to match customer’s requirements and optimize margins .
*Following up with customers to secure sales in line with budgeted targets .
*Follow up the projects/orders to ascertain that the customer receives proper and timely results on due time .
* In charge for controlling the cost of project/order to secure the budgeted margin .
* Contribution for ensuring customer satisfaction & company profitability

Company industry:
Heavy Industry & Metallurgy
Job role:
Sales

Techno-commercial engineer

November 1998 - June 2001

Schneider Electric Egypt

Egypt

November 1998 - June 2001

*Preparing and proposing with sales force an appropriate services/project offer/tender ( Rehabilitation, Renovations, Extension for L.V and M.V switchgear, Maintenance contact, spare parts and turn key projects ) to match customer’s requirements and optimize margins .
*Following up with customers, in coordination with the sales team, to secure sales in line with budgeted targets .
*Responsible for the quality of orders execution from the technical and commercial viewpoints to fulfil all order obligations to ensure customer satisfaction and company profitability .
*Directing the order and motivating the colleagues involved in its various stages/related activities to ascertain that customer receives proper and timely result
*Preparing and presenting to the service manger the orders status reports on a continuous basis to monitor the orders progress and final job profitability.
*Following up with the factory the orders status to meet customer delivery deadlines.
*Addressing to customer requests whenever required, to guarantee their complete satisfaction .

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Engineering

Tendering and proposals Engineer

October 1997 - October 1998

Arab cables co. (ELSEWEDY)

Egypt

October 1997 - October 1998

* Preparing the technical offers, Technical support for sales force and technical training for sales representatives .
* Preparing the technical data sheet for the production sector, determine the weight of each material in the cable for pricing by cost department .
*Studies for product development : Cost reduction studies, organizing and recording all the trials for the new cables out of the product range .
*Technical Sales support for sales force .
*following up the order cycle in the production phase to ensure the matching with the contractual delivery time

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Engineering

Design engineer

October 1995 - September 1997

Egyptian German electrical Manufacturing Co. (EGEMAC )

Egypt

October 1995 - September 1997

*Preparing Bill Of Quantity for all the components of the system.
* Designing and preparing the shop drawings of the Power circuit & Control circuit of the following equipments :
( Automation control panel, Low Voltage Distribution Board - under license of Siemens )
& ( Medium Voltage switchgear 11 kV, 24 kV - under license of AEG ) .
* Follow up order execution in the workshop for the equipments based on design drawings and preparing of as built drawings.

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Engineering

Education

Faculty of Engineering , Cairo university

June 1995

June 1995

Bachelor's degree, Electrical power Engineering

Egypt

GPA (percentage): 70%

GPA (percentage): 70%

Bachelor's degree in electrical power engineering , Cairo university (1990-1995) . Graduation project : utilization of touristic village Graduation grade : Good Graduation project grade : Excellent..

Skills

Strategic Sales & Marketing
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Strategic Sales & Marketing
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General Management
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General Management
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Sales Management
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Sales Management
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International Sales
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International Sales
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Business Development
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Business Development
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MS word , MS EXCEL.MS power point , Internet applications
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MS word , MS EXCEL.MS power point , Internet applications
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problem solving & desicion making training course
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problem solving & desicion making training course
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advanced selling skills training course
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advanced selling skills training course
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six thinking hats in business meeting
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six thinking hats in business meeting
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Business Etiquette Protocol workshop
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Business Etiquette Protocol workshop
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Computer aided maintenance software program CAM ( FRANCE – PARIS )
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Computer aided maintenance software program CAM ( FRANCE – PARIS )
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Professional Diagnosis for electrical circuit breakers PRODIAG ( FRANCE – GERNOBLE )
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Professional Diagnosis for electrical circuit breakers PRODIAG ( FRANCE – GERNOBLE )
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Documentary Credits & Letter of Guarantee (LG&LC)
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Documentary Credits & Letter of Guarantee (LG&LC)
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Tender &contract Management
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Tender &contract Management
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Negotiation skills
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Negotiation skills
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Company valuation work shop ( financial analysis ).
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Company valuation work shop ( financial analysis ).
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Company valuation work shoThe big secrets of controlloing marketing activities.
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Company valuation work shoThe big secrets of controlloing marketing activities.
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New approach in planning , forecasting and budget perpartion .
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New approach in planning , forecasting and budget perpartion .
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key account management
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key account management
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marketing strategy
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marketing strategy
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negotiation
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negotiation
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Agents and OEM's management
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Agents and OEM's management
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Agents and OEM's managment
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Agents and OEM's managment
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B2B business
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B2B business
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Sales Management
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Sales Management
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Marketing
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Marketing
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International Sales
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International Sales
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Sales Contracts
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Sales Contracts
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Business Development
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Business Development
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Social profiles

Languages

English

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Arabic

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Memberships

Egyptian Syndicate of Engineers

member

June 1995

Damascus chamber of industry-Syria

member

January 2010

Training and Certifications

Certifications
International trade and marketing professional certificate
Jul 2006 - Jul 2007

Recommendations

Nizar Eid

May 2013

May 2013

Project ManagerSubordinate

Eng. Assem was my Manager for more than two years in Elsewedy Electric Syria, He is one of the most professional people I have ever worked with, An Expert with deep understanding of the technical and business needs. He can smoothly steer people and functions in the right direction. In short he is real asset to any business.

Hobbies and interests

Reading especially articles related to my business , walking sport and travelling