General Manager
Al Sultan Holding Group – Petro Najd for Industries
Total years of experience :15 years, 8 Months
Accomplishments
• Bringing a wealth of expertise in driving organizational success through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and transformative initiatives within the oil and grease lubricant manufacturing sector.
• Financial Turnaround: Successfully reversed Petro Najd's financial trajectory, reducing losses from $600, 000 in 2022 to a profit of $50, 000 by the end of 2023.
• Strategic Initiatives: Led and executed pivotal initiatives, including strategic planning, R&D, Launching new products , Governmental Tenders improvement projects, restructuring, line speed-up projects, preventive maintenance implementation, cash flow control, cost reduction, and sales forecasting, resulting in remarkable achievements within just five months.
Achieved Targets:
• Sales Growth: Orchestrated a 50% increase in sales by the end of 2023.
• Profit Margin Enhancement: Implemented measures that contributed to a 5% increase in net profit by the end of 2023.
Key Responsibilities:
• Providing thought leadership and direction for the entire business operations to the accomplish task of maximizing production throughput, improving processes and servicing products within constraints of time and budget.
• Contributing to the financial success of the business by expertly estimating, negotiating, and aligning budgets and timescales with clients and managers.
• Drove operational results through sales support and spearheading collaboration with buyers, marketing, and sales teams to streamline processes and boost sales outcomes while reducing production costs, enhancing processes, and optimizing storage and transportation methods
• Directing strategic and operational initiatives, devising robust plans to enhance production processes, subsequently improving production rates and operational efficiency.
• Obtaining optimum production, continuous improvements, incorporating R&D initiatives for facilitating the commissioning of new equipment and alternative resources to elevate labor productivity and product quality without compromising costs.
• Crafting and executing integrated organization and manpower plans to support the Process Engineering Department, encompassing recruitment, training, and development of a multi-cultural staff.
• Proficient in leading multicultural teams, thriving in diverse environments, and fostering cooperative team dynamics to drive collective success
Accomplishments:
• Spearheaded the development, design, installation, and start-up of advanced manufacturing systems. Leveraged state-of-the-art technologies, and procedures contributed to the enhancement of production rates, efficiencies, yields, product quality, and environmental controls.
• Manpower Restructuring: Orchestrated a successful manpower restructuring initiative, optimizing the workforce for increased efficiency.
• Oil Export Sales Growth: Achieved a remarkable 15% increase in oil export sales through strategic planning and execution.
• Cultivated a Positive Working Environment: Established a conducive and engaging working environment for the Process Engineering staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Effective QA/QC Programs: Ensured the establishment and effectiveness of QA/QC programs, contributing to overall operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Excelled in monitoring production processes to meet and exceed scheduled timelines and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), consistently delivering results that surpass expectations.
• Led the Process Engineering team in the successful execution of projects, ensuring the development of cutting-edge manufacturing systems.
• Established and monitored quality standards, contributed to enhancing quality, and enforcing robust QA/QC programs.
• Collaborated with Mechanical Supervisors to establish and optimize daily maintenance schedules.
• Implemented a skills development program for subordinates and technicians to align with business objectives.
Accomplishments:
• Mega Project Startup: Successfully initiated and oversaw the startup of two high-speed automated lines, optimizing line speed and boosting productivity to reach 90% of line capacity.
• Global Market Expansion: Led the team in achieving sales exports to key markets including the USA, Russia, and Morocco, delivering high-quality products at a competitive price point.
• Operational Excellence: Spearheaded Lean Six Sigma projects and cost reduction initiatives, resulting in substantial annual savings of $120, 000.
• Leveraged my expertise to drive operational excellence, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and contribute to the global success of MSCANCO. Exploring new opportunities to bring my strategic vision, leadership skills, and manufacturing prowess to a forward-thinking organization.
Key Responsibilities:
• Spearheaded efforts to enhance production rates in the hall, effectively managing two automated lines, and ensuring seamless operations.
• Enforced daily checks on production lines, identifying maintenance needs to prevent disruptions and downtime.
• Pivotal in issuing production orders through the ERP system, aligning with production plans to achieve critical milestones.
• Managed day-to-day HSE activities, ensuring strict adherence to procedures and guidelines. spearhead initiatives to minimize operational impacts and promote a "Safety First" culture.
Accomplishments:
• Successfully spearheaded the startup of two Automated Line Mega projects, optimizing line speed and increasing productivity to meet and exceed Line Capacity (85%).
• Expanded market reach by leading sales export initiatives to Gulf and Morocco, delivering high-quality products at a competitive price point.
• Cost Reduction: Demonstrated expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies, leading cost reduction projects that resulted in annual savings of $20, 000.
• Established and managed the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, enhancing communication channels and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
• Developed comprehensive plans addressing product defects, modifications, and packaging, liaised with the planning department to align production with raw material requirements, ensuring optimal production line performance.
• Vigilantly monitored the production process to meet and exceed scheduled timelines and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for efficiency and performance.
• Implemented management reporting processes, providing early visibility into production plans and activities.
• Held responsibility for the technical performance of production lines, ensuring the achievement of objectives, effective change management, equipment maintenance, problem resolution, trend monitoring, and reporting.
• Accomplished Startups: Spearheaded the successful startup of two Cement Lines in Aswan, showcasing my ability to drive projects from inception to completion.
• Global Market Expansion: Facilitated sales exports to Palestine, Libya, and Sudan, establishing a reputation for delivering high-quality products at competitive prices.