Fareeha Malik

Experience

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  AIESEC

  Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  Engineering Intern

  Initiated establishment of social enterprise acquiring solar panels at discounted rates through collaboration with local banks. Installed these panels in economically challenged residential areas of Mauritius, allowing residents to repay loans instead of traditional electricity bills. The project aimed to promote green energy adoption within six years, generating business opportunities and contributing to Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives for these communities.

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  Petrofac Emirates LLC

  Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

  Electrical Engineering Intern

  Contributed to the dynamic engineering team at Petrofac, specializing in the comprehensive evaluation of enclosure and cabinet drawings for large-scale electrical projects. Supported actively throughout the project lifecycle, encompassing evaluation, prototype development, internal testing, and client validation. • Conducted thorough scrutiny of electrical enclosure and cabinet drawings, ensuring strict adherence to specifications, standards, and project requirements.• Applied a systematic approach to prototype creation, executing comprehensive internal testing with a focus on electrical integrity, insulation, and strict adherence to regulatory standards. Established effective communication channels with clients during the design and testing phases, ensuring alignment with electrical engineering principles and project objectives.• Led and participated in Pre-FAT and FAT sessions, emphasizing electrical functionality, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.• Facilitated client sign-off processes, showcasing the successful completion of project milestones, and ensuring alignment with the project plan. Show less

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  Creativesip

  Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

  Intern

  • Led design execution in a creative firm specializing in graphic design, advertising, and content creation.• Ensured seamless collaboration by communicating client briefs effectively.• Orchestrated precise video shoots with adept planning and coordination.• Facilitated executive engagements in business review meetings.• Cultivated strong client relationships, consistently exceeding expectations.• Demonstrated proficiency in creative and operational domains, showcasing strong design management and negotiation skills. Show less

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  Weidmuller Middle East

  Sept 2016 - Feb 2018

  Supply Chain Analyst

  • Orchestrated seamless communication between customers and cross-functional teams, ensuring harmonized collaboration throughout the supply chain.• Provided internal audit support, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System requirements.• Directed cross-functional processes for due diligence, ensuring prompt and accurate responses for efficient vendor registration.• Delivered pre-sales technical support by overseeing products at the production facility and conducting technical training sessions for the sales team.• Implemented strategic approaches, optimizing inventory levels, and enhancing stock forecasting accuracy.• Orchestrated marketing seminars, workshops, and events, showcasing organizational and logistical prowess crucial in supply chain operations.• Cost Reduction Initiatives - Achieved a 20% reduction in overall inventory holding costs, bolstering cash flow, and cultivating stronger supplier relationships. Led Net Revenue Management by evaluating vendor margins, collaborating closely with finance to ensure effective cost reduction strategies. Show less

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  Unilever

  Nov 2020 - now

  Operations Partner - Africa

  • Manage the E2E launch plan for New Product Development in the MENA region, collaborating with customers, suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams to ensure a quality on-time-in-full (OTIF) launch of innovations, with a focus on regulatory compliance.• Close collaboration with the Business Team, for strategic partner onboarding, conduct in-depth due diligence, facilitating onboarding for a new Route-to-Market (RTM) strategy.• Partner with the Business Team to implement effective price ladders, ensuring robust margins, enhanced profitability, and successful customer partnerships.• Coordinate with customers to streamline order placement, ensuring smooth processing in close partnership with the customer service team, aligning with the objectives of the S&OP cycle.• Lead E2E enhancements in the Claims Management Process, minimizing supply chain expenditures, reducing Claim Processing TAT and costs, and optimizing workflows for trade terms, market spends, and supply chain claims.• Collaborate closely with customers and the Accounts Receivables team on month-end timelines for cash collection, mitigating credit block and overdue risks.• Leading initiatives for enhanced business governance, compliance, and streamlined operations. Facilitating cross-team collaboration for simplified brand and portfolio management, driving business growth, and reinforcing profitability.• Global Digitization Projects:o Championed "Claims Management Automation Project." Achieved a significant reduction in man-hours by 6,000, resulting in savings of $0.5M, and demonstrated proficiency in CRM systems.o Implemented "NPD Automation Project", elevating innovation processes, for regulatory compliance, streamlining tracking, identifying challenges, and reducing project timelines.o Initiated a Demand Planning Project targeting In-Market Sales Standardization to accomplish improved production planning and establish robust demand forecasting mechanism, enhancing S&OP cycle efficiency. Show less