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Owais Iqbal, MANAGING PARTNER

Owais Iqbal

MANAGING PARTNER·BIG FOOT AUTOMOTIVE

United Arab Emirates

Bachelor's degree, (Marketing

Work experience

Total years of experience: 16 years, 5 months

MANAGING PARTNER

January 2024 - Present

BIG FOOT AUTOMOTIVE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

January 2024 - Present

• Lead overall business operations including sales,
workshop services, and vehicle customization projects
• Drive revenue growth through strategic planning, pricing,
and market positioning in the off - road automotive
segment
• Oversee end - to- end customer experience from
consultation to final vehicle delivery
• Manage and mentor technical and sales teams to achieve
performance targets and service excellence
• Develop partnerships with suppliers and distributors for
aftermarket and performance parts
• Monitor financial performance, budgeting, and cost control
to ensure profitability
• Identify new business opportunities, including custom
builds, fleet work, and B2B clients
• Strengthen brand presence through marketing campaigns,
social media, and participation in automotive events
• Ensure high standards of quality, safety, and customer
satisfaction across all operations

Company industry:
Automotive Repair, Spare Parts, & Support Services
Job role:
Management

MANAGER, SHOWROOM & WORKSHOP

January 2023 - November 2024

EZ OUTDOORS – ORION & ASTON MARTIN GROUP

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

January 2023 - November 2024

• Led daily operations of showroom and workshop, ensuring
seamless coordination between sales, service, and
installation teams
• Managed end - to- end customer journey —from inquiry and
product consultation to installation and after - sales
support
• Drove sales of off - road accessories (lift kits, bumpers,
winches, lighting, tires), consistently achievin g and
exceeding monthly targets
• Supervised workshop technicians and installers,
maintaining high standards of workmansh ip, safety, and
turnaround time
• Developed pricing strategies, quotations, and upselling
techniques to maximize re venue and customer
satisfaction
• Maintained inventory control, supplier coordination, and
procurement planning to ensure product a vailability and
cost efficiency
• Built strong customer relationships, handling complaints
and technical queries to enhance retention and brand
loyalty

Company industry:
Automotive Repair, Spare Parts, & Support Services

SENIOR ADVISOR | SHOWROOM & WORKSHOP

January 2013 - January 2023

RAMY AUTOMOTIVE,

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

January 2013 - January 2023

• Consistently achieved monthly sales targets of AED
400, 000+ through effective product consultation and
upselling
• Advised customers on aftermarket and OEM parts,
balancing performance, cost, and reliability
• Coordinated between customers and mechanics to ensure
accurate diagnostics and efficient service delivery
• Managed workshop scheduling, job allocation, and daily
operations to improve workflow efficiency
• Built strong customer relationships, increasing repeat
business and retention
• Trained and mentored team members on product
knowledge and sales strategies
• Maintained accurate inventory levels to stay competitive in
the market
• Developed new business through local market visits and
client networking
• Represented the company at automotive events and
exhibitions
• Generated sales orders and invoices using NetSuite

Company industry:
Automotive Dealership & Distributor

WORKSHOP MANAGER

January 2010 - January 2013

DAS AUTO SERVICES

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

January 2010 - January 2013

• Led end - to- end workshop operations, ensuring efficient
workflow, timely job completion, and high service quality
• Managed a team of technicians and support staff,
overseeing performance, productivity, and daily task
allocation
• Controlled job card creation, estimates, and invoicing to
ensure accuracy and profitability
• Coordinated closely with technical teams to ensure
correct diagnostics and cost - effective repair solutions
• Drove revenue through service upselling, used vehicle
trading, and customer relationship management
• Maintained strong customer satisfaction by resolving
complaints and ensuring transparent communication
• Managed spare parts inventory and supplier relationships
to ensure availability and cost efficiency
• Trained and developed junior staff, improving overall team
efficiency and service standards
• Consistently achieved and supported monthly sales and
service targets

Company industry:
Automotive Dealership & Distributor
Job role:
Management

Education

PRESTON UNIVERSITY

January 2007

January 2007

Bachelor's degree, (Marketing

United Arab Emirates

Skills

AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
Intermediate
AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
Intermediate
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Intermediate
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Intermediate
COMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
COMPLEX PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Intermediate
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Intermediate
EVENT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
EVENT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
PRICING STRATEGIES
Intermediate
PRICING STRATEGIES
Intermediate
REVENUE GROWTH
Intermediate
REVENUE GROWTH
Intermediate
SALES
Intermediate
SALES
Intermediate
SALES MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SALES MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Intermediate

Languages

English
Beginner
Urdu
Beginner
Hindi
Beginner