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haris ahmed, Country Manager- Western Region

haris ahmed

Country Manager- Western Region·Obeikan Education

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Business Administration

Work experience

Total years of experience: 15 years, 1 months

Country Manager- Western Region

September 2023 - Present

Obeikan Education

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

September 2023 - Present

As the Country Manager for the Western Region at Obeikan Education, I
led efforts to expand market reach, manage key stakeholder relationships,
and ensure successful implementation of localized curriculum solutions. I
developed and executed a regional strategy aligned with the companys overall
business objectives, identified new business opportunities, and collaborated
with international and local partners to tailor solutions to meet local educational
needs.
Develop and implement the countrys business strategy aligned with corporate
objectives.
Identify market opportunities and drive revenue growth in Saudi Arabia.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with Schools, Institutes,
Universities, Training Centers for corporate and vocational training, and
international partners.
Sales & Partnership Management
Drive sales performance and achieve revenue targets.
Strengthen partnerships with International Curriculum Partners, Schools and
other key stakeholders.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities for our Local and International
Curriculum.
Operational & Team Leadership
Oversee daily operations and ensure efficiency in execution.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing local team.
Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking
opportunities.
Act as the key point of contact for local clients and partners.
Provide insights on market trends, customer needs, and competitive
landscape.

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School

Group Business Development Manager

October 2020 - August 2023

Obeikan Investment Group

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

October 2020 - August 2023

As at Obeikan Investment Group, I
lead strategic initiatives to drive growth, market expansion, and innovation
across multiple sectors, including education, packaging, and industrial
solutions. My role focuses on identifying new business opportunities,
Key
Develop and execute group-wide business development strategies aligned
with Obeikans vision and market priorities.
Identify and evaluate new market opportunities, partnerships, and investment
avenues across regional and global markets.
Build and nurture high-level relationships with key stakeholders, government
entities, and industry partners.
Lead cross-sector collaboration to support business units in securing new
deals, project approvals, and joint ventures.

Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Management

Workplace innovation project manager

October 2018 - November 2020

obeikan investment group

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

October 2018 - November 2020

Served as a key link between HR and employees, leading workplace
innovation initiatives designed to strengthen engagement, enhance well
being, and align HR strategy with organizational performance. Managed cross
functional projects introducing modern HR technologies, employee experience
programs, and culture-driven improvements to foster a positive and high
performing work environment.
• Drove

Company industry:
Industrial Production

Business Analyst IoT

May 2017 - September 2018

Obeikan

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

May 2017 - September 2018

As a Analyst specializing in IoT at Digital Solutions, I
bridged the gap between business needs and technology capabilities by
delivering data-driven solutions that optimize industrial operations. I play
a key role in designing, implementing, and evaluating IoT-driven initiatives
that support smart manufacturing, predictive maintenance, and operational
efficiency across Obeikans digital ecosystem.

Company industry:
Industrial Production

Business Development Manager

April 2015 - May 2017

Pacific Ocean Marine Services

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

April 2015 - May 2017

As a at Pacific Ocean Marine Services,
I was responsible for expanding the companys footprint in the maritime
and offshore services sector. My role focused on identifying new business
opportunities, building strong client relationships, and delivering tailored
Key
Identified and pursued new business opportunities in marine logistics, offshore
support, and vessel management services.
Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, shipowners, operators,
and port authorities to understand their needs and offer value-added solutions.
Prepared and presented proposals, quotations, and service agreements
tailored to client requirements.
Conducted market research to stay ahead of industry trends, competitors, and
regulatory changes.
Collaborated with operations and technical teams to ensure successful service
delivery and client satisfaction.
Participated in regional maritime events and industry forums to promote the
companys capabilities and expand its network.

Company industry:
Shipping
Job role:
Management

Revenue Accountant / Account Manager

January 2010 - October 2011

MetCap Living

Toronto, Canada

January 2010 - October 2011

• Managed a portfolio of 16 buildings with 2700 units in Ontario, overseeing
tenant adjustments, lease applications, and financial reports
• Collaborated with property managers, resident managers, and accounts
payable departments to ensure efficient operations
• Processed money orders, check requests, and journal entries, while
maintaining high customer service standards with tenants

Company industry:
Real Estate

Customer Service Representative

December 2007 - December 2009

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Toronto, Canada

December 2007 - December 2009

• Organizes and implements strategies for daily operations according to
volume of reservations and needs of local accounts
• Influenced and communicated with customers, vendors, and co-workers by
eluding excellent customer service measured by Enterprises Service
Quality Index released monthly
• Solved problems and conflicts that arise on a daily basis
• Built marketing strategies that helped the branch reach out to local
businesses and the community
• Contributed to the branches overall profit by demonstrating consistent inside
sales for optional protection products
• Maintains positive and professional relationships with accounts by going on
sales and service calls

Company industry:
Automotive Dealership & Distributor
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Education

London South Bank University

December 2024

December 2024

Master's degree, Business Administration

United Kingdom

IU International University of Applied Sciences

June 2024

June 2024

Master's degree, Business Administration

Germany

University of Southern Queensland

January 2015

January 2015

Bachelor's degree, Business, Management

Australia

Cederbrae Collegiate Institute

January 2006

January 2006

High school or equivalent, business

Canada

Skills

Customer Service
Expert
Customer Service
Expert
Business Development
Expert
Business Development
Expert
Marketing
Expert
Marketing
Expert
Management
Expert
Management
Expert
Sales
Expert
Sales
Expert
BUSINESS NEGOTIATION
Intermediate
BUSINESS NEGOTIATION
Intermediate
CLOUD COMPUTING ARCHITECTURE
Intermediate
CLOUD COMPUTING ARCHITECTURE
Intermediate
DIRECT SELLING
Intermediate
DIRECT SELLING
Intermediate
ENGAGEMENT SKILLS
Intermediate
ENGAGEMENT SKILLS
Intermediate
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
Intermediate
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
Intermediate
INTERNATIONAL SALES
Intermediate
INTERNATIONAL SALES
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
MARKETING
Intermediate
MARKETING
Intermediate
MICROSOFT OFFICE
Intermediate
MICROSOFT OFFICE
Intermediate
NEGOTIATION
Intermediate
NEGOTIATION
Intermediate
Business Development
Expert
Business Development
Expert
Sales
Expert
Sales
Expert
Customer Service
Expert
Customer Service
Expert
Project Management
Intermediate
Project Management
Intermediate
Administration
Expert
Administration
Expert

Languages

Urdu
Expert
English
Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Cloud Architecture: Core Concepts