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Sarmad Halim, regional managing director

Sarmad Halim

regional managing director·Alam Alkon Transportation

United Arab Emirates

Master's degree, Management

Work experience

Total years of experience: 31 years, 10 months

regional managing director

June 2018 - May 2019

Alam Alkon Transportation

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

June 2018 - May 2019

Spearhead efforts in establishing the presence of a start-up group in the GCC and MENA region through organic growth and merger & acquisition (M&A)
Built/maintained a productive business relationship with key decision makers across existing client and prospect organizations for effectively closing identified business deals
Performed periodic independent systems evaluations and developed recommendations for system improvements based on thorough, comprehensive study and analysis
Collaborated with various support teams in identifying/developing new business opportunities aimed at new business acquisition/expansion of existing businesses
Created a culture of financial accountability by leading and coaching the team on ways to increase sales and understand how operational procedures impact profitability
Assisted team members in planning and scheduling processes to enhance operational efficiency. Liaised with company team managers in aligning knowledge, processes to future strategies
Improved all underperforming logistics metrics to exceed the industry benchmarks
Maintained adequate financial backup to fuel organizational growth plans by developing relationships and partnerships with financial and strategic investors
Instrumental in planning logistics operations, negotiating with suppliers, solving any problem that may arise, analysing data, and maintaining adherence to relevant regulations.

Company industry:
Distribution, Supply Chain & Logistics
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

Director of Operations

June 2017 - May 2018

TNT

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

June 2017 - May 2018

Functioned as Integration / Transition Lead involved in integrating FedEx and TNT operations in Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Cyprus based on various statutory regulations.
Developed strategies to reduce costs while simultaneously optimize quality, customer focus, innovation and supplier relationships to achieve vertical integration.
Enhanced service and reduced workload on Riyadh KKIA by 50% by optimizing Saudi clearance operation through lobbying and setting up first express air clearance concession at KFIA Cargo Village / TNT Dammam hub.
Conducted analysis and reported recommendations for changes in processes, policies or procedures in view of resource
requirements and changes in organizational structure.

Company industry:
Distribution, Supply Chain & Logistics
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

regional manager

April 2007 - May 2017

FedEx

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

April 2007 - May 2017

Developed strategies to reduce costs while simultaneously optimize quality, customer focus, innovation and supplier relationships to achieve vertical integration.
Oversaw the training curriculum and process of all newly hired employees, ensuring that all were training appropriately on all logistics supply chain functions and processes
Managed and maintained regular contact with existing clients to determine their shipping needs and providing tailored solutions.
Spearheaded team efforts in setting up network and revenue expansion plans in the MEA and Indian Subcontinent
Conducted analysis and reported recommendations for changes in processes, policies or procedures in view of resource requirements and changes in organizational structure.
Coordinated activities related to revenue integration, ground operations planning, preparations and setup as well as air cargo integration and the related systems changes.
Defined and implemented global standardization models (Contracts, Service Level Agreements, Business Best Practices, and Standard Operating Plans) subsequently adopted by other regions.
Participated in partners search, due diligence, contract negotiation and operational setup. Ensured compliance with
corporate standards (Contractual Terms, Service Level Agreements, KPI’s) and regulatory guidelines (FCPA, TSA, Business Licenses)Successfully rolled out emerging markets studies and proposed appropriate business models (franchise, joint venture, national network provider, pick-up and delivery agent). Managed Franchise contracts representing 64 MEIA countries.
Actively involved in reducing technology-related cost by 30%, while improving service levels by 7% by upgrading technology capabilities in the MEIA region.
Initiated new training modules and delivery mediums in EMEA L&D Academy for sales, operations, customer service, management and leadership leading to increase membership by 70%.
Instrumental in developing GCC road network and cargo products among the UAE, Bahrain, KSA, Oman and Kuwait.

Company industry:
Distribution, Supply Chain & Logistics
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

May 2004 - March 2007

May 2004 - March 2007

regional manager

May 2004 - March 2007

FedEx

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

May 2004 - March 2007

Managing FedEx regional hub and ramp, including sort and airside operation.

Company industry:
Airlines
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

country manager

November 1999 - April 2004

FedEx

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

November 1999 - April 2004

Regional country manager managing FedEx operation in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman and Qatar.

Company industry:
Distribution, Supply Chain & Logistics
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

Country General Manager

March 1994 - October 1999

Aramex International Courier

Manama, Bahrain

March 1994 - October 1999

Full P&L management of the country operation.

Company industry:
Motor Vehicle Passenger Transport
Job role:
Management

Senior Test Engineer

January 1987 - April 1991

IVAC Corporation

United States

January 1987 - April 1991

Job role:
Information Technology

Quality Control Engineer

October 1984 - December 1986

Apple Computer Inc

United States

October 1984 - December 1986

Company industry:
Computer Hardware & High-Tech Manufacture
Job role:
Quality Control

Education

National University

January 1990

January 1990

Master's degree, Management

United States

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San Diego State University

January 1984

January 1984

Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering

United States

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Skills

Contract Management
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Operations Management
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Strategic Planning
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Corporate Governance
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Transportation
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Transportation
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OPERATIONS SETUP
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OPERATIONS SETUP
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ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
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ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
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ACQUISITIONS
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ACQUISITIONS
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
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COACHING
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COACHING
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CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
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CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
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CUSTOMER RELATIONS
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CUSTOMER RELATIONS
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STARTUPS
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STARTUPS
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DUE DILIGENCE
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DUE DILIGENCE
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STRATEGIC PLANNING
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TEAM BUILDING
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Transportation
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Transportation
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Corporate Governance
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Strategic Planning
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Operations Management
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Contract Management
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Languages

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