Saad ElKhouli

Experience

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  ASCON, KSA

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2005

  Information Technology Business Analyst

  1. Eliciting Requirements: Facilitating meetings and work sessions with business stakeholders to gather functional and system requirements.2. Analyzing Information: Analyzing business processes, procedures, and systems to identify inefficiencies and propose improvements.3. Documenting and Managing Requirements: Creating detailed business analysis, outlining problems, opportunities, and solutions for a business and maintaining requirement documentation through the project lifecycle.4. Modeling Data: Using data modeling practices to analyze findings and create suggestions for strategic and operational improvements and changes.5. Performing User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Designing and executing test cases and testing software to ensure it meets the business requirements.6. Facilitating Design and Implementation: Collaborating with system architects and developers to ensure the system or product meets business needs.7. Communicating with Stakeholders: Serving as a liaison between stakeholders and users and translating technical information to non-technical stakeholders.8. Supporting Systems Training: Providing support and training to system users and developing clear instructions and documentation.9. Monitoring Outcomes: Post-implementation, monitoring outcomes to ensure that the new systems or processes are effectively meeting business needs.10. Change Management: Supporting change management initiatives and assisting in the adjustment of the project scope, where necessary.Projects:1- SAGAF Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.2- Deraah for Perfumes3- Al Aseel Company Show less

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  Royah Consulting Company

  Dec 2005 - Dec 2007

  Project Manager

  Project Manager - Oracle E-Business Suite Senior Functional Consultant Providing consulting expertise to deploy Oracle E-Business Suite for Royah Customers as I was Responsible about the implementation of Oracle Enterprise Asset management (eAM) and the integration part between eAM and other oracle Modules As a part of Royah Asset Life Cycle Management Project in Mobily Telecom Company.which contains the following modules (Oracle Property management, Oracle Procurement Contract, Oracle Sourcing, Oracle Enterprise Asset Management, Oracle self Service Work Request, Oracle Project Costing, Oracle Project Management, Oracle Project Collaboration). Show less

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  Abnaee Group - Najdiyah Marketing Co. Ltd. (FMCG) (Farms, Manufacturing, Food Retail)

  Dec 2007 - Aug 2010

  Senior ERP Project Manager / Program Manager

  o Program manager of 3 major project in IT department (Oracle E Business suite – Hand-held project in all Najdiyah branches – Farms project)o Responsible for the tuning of the existing Implementation of Oracle E-Business suite and all the programs which implemented in Najdiyah Marketing Co. Ltd. and in Abnaee Est. For Agri. Investment o Responsible for the standardization of all the business processes in the IT Department.o Managing the relation between the IT Department and the other departments like the purchasing, Manufacturing ….o Setting major KPI’s of IT Department and follows up the efforts to adhere to them and improve the overall performance. o Supporting the management team in the achievement of the profitability targets. Show less

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  Saudi Business Machines - General Marketing & Services Representative of IBM WTC

  Aug 2010 - Aug 2018

  Responsibilities:• Manage Professional Service Sales/Delivery Portfolio activities and Monitor performance through Account Sales Managers, Program Managers and Project Managers to maintain sales/delivery of clients in the Eastern Region / Western Region.• Resource Allocation/Management, leads a team of 100+ resources, including Accounts Sales Managers, Program/Project Managers, Team Leads, and Technical Specialists/Consultants, in addition to Vendor/Supplier resources.• Manage Sales Teams Bid/Proposal Specialists, Program/Project managers, Administrators, and the Client to determine requirements, goals, objectives, solution and plans of a proposed project.• Provide Projects Support (Contract Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, etc.)• Ensures that region Portfolio Projects’ milestones are met as scheduled following PMO processes using tools and channels of communications and reporting. Conduct periodic formal project audits, and informal reviews on all projects.• Maintain Client satisfaction.Examples of Projects:• National Commercial Bank, Oracle Siebel CRM Portfolio (10 projects), Doc safe Migration• Government Entity: Implementation project of my SAP ERP phase II for King Abdullah for Petroleum Studies and Research Center KAPSARC managed by Saudi Aramco using ASAP methodology.• Government Entity: IT Operational, Maintenance and technical support project of for AL Jubail Royal Commission. (Hardware from Cisco, Aruba, Cambium/Motorola, Juniper, Dell, HP, EMC, Symantec, Barracuda. Liebert, VMware virtual servers, rack system, storage system, wired and wireless data networking, infrastructure, switches and all Royal commission’s applications. • Semi -Governorate Company Saudi Petroleum Services Polytechnic: Implementation project of Oracle Fusion Applications OFA including enterprise performance management (EPM), supply chain management and manufacturing (SCM), human capital management (HCM), and customer experience (CX). Show less •Managed project from Initiation, Planning, Executing, and Controlling and Closure of IT projects.•Building the project plan using MS Office techniques & MS Project and presenting it to the customers. •Adhering to & adapting the implementation methodologies supplied by different vendors with customization, if required. •Getting a scope of the project through correspondence. •Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements•Supervising project team members, delegating suitable assignments to them & assisting them in achieving the targets.•Conducting required sales activities in order to achieve the assigned sales targets (Prospecting, Preparation, Approaching, Presentation, Handling Objections, Closing and then continuous follow up).•Demonstrating the company’s portfolio of services, in excellent manner, to prospective clients.•Prospect for potential new clients and turn this into increased business.•Building a long-term relationship with the existing clients and the targeted new clients.•Providing reports to the direct manager and update CRM regularly.•Ensuring the business of future growth.Examples of Projects:1-Government Entity: Implementation project of my SAP ERP phase II (Plant Maintenance, Workflow Management, Business Intelligence, DW) and IBM FileNet for King Abdullah for Petroleum Studies and Research Center KAPSARC managed by Saudi Aramco.2- Government Entity: Implementation project of my SAP ERP phase III (Billing System) for Saudi Electricity Company SEC using ASAP methodology.3- Government Entity: Implementation project of ESRI GIS project for Saudi Electricity Company SEC in Gazan.4-Private Company: Implementation project of Oracle E-Business suite 12i in Saudi Cement Company. Show less

  • IT Services Engagement Manager

    Oct 2012 - Aug 2018

  • Senior IT Project Manager / Program Manager / Sales Account Manager

    Aug 2010 - Oct 2012
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  Almajdouie Holding

  Aug 2018 - Aug 2024

  1. Operational Effectiveness: Continually enhance operational processes to drive efficiency and effectiveness.2. Digital Transformation: Lead Almajdouie Motors digital transformation objectives, seeking to leverage new and emerging technologies for business growth and productivity improvements.3. Data-Centric Decision Making: Cultivate a data-driven culture within the organization to facilitate informed decision-making and to foster a consistent, data-centric approach across all departments.4. Risk Management: Enhance security protocols and improve risk management strategies to protect the organization's information assets from an ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats.5. Talent Development and Leadership: Actively mentor and develop the IT team, ensuring that the company attracts, retains, and develops top IT talent to meet current and future organizational needs.6. Innovation Leadership: Stay ahead of industry trends and drive innovation in the organization through strategic IT solutions that increase competitiveness.7. Vendor and Stakeholder Relationship Management: Build strong relationships with technology vendors, internal stakeholders, and other business departments to ensure the seamless operation and integration of IT within the business.8. Regulation Compliance: Ensure the business remains compliant with regulations specific to Saudi Arabia, as well as international standards, maintaining a proactive stance on privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection.9. Cost Management: Effectively manage IT budgets, promoting cost-efficiency in IT operations while ensuring the necessary resources are allocated for key initiatives.10. Application management and support: including Oracle logistics management system which covers inbound and outbound transportation management, warehouse management, fleet management, order processing, inventory control, supply and demand forecasting, and managing third-party logistics (3PL) service providers. Show less Managing the Business Solutions Team (32 Consultants ) toward fixing the existing Business Solutions across all Almajdouie group sectors and increasing the ROI of the implemented business solutions. Managing the IT Business Solutions Department in Almajdouie Group toward the digital transformation which includes the below main sectors 1- Automotive ( Hyundai , CHANGAN ).2- Logistics ( Terminal , Warehouses, Transportation, Freight Forwarding and Custom Clearance ) 3- Real State 4- Steel Industry5- Food IndustryResponsible for strategic and operational oversight of key enterprise business solutions distributed between 3 departments which are Business Innovations Department, Applications Support Department, and Web Applications Departments. The footprint of theses business solutions includes 100+ Modules in several applications like Oracle E-Business Suite, Siebel, Oracle Transportation Management, Oracle SOA, Oracle Policy Automation, Oracle Business Intelligence, Oracle Web Center, Microsoft Sharepoint, and several Oracle and Non-Oracle Cloud Solutions, including also several outbound integration like SADAD Gateway, SIMAH, Muqeem, Banks, etc.Focus areas include applications performance, utilization and ensuring the intended business values are well understood and realized to support business and system process changes to drive peak performance and customer satisfaction. Show less

  • Director Of Information Technology

    Feb 2019 - Aug 2024

  • IT Business Solutions Manager

    Aug 2018 - Feb 2019
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  Theeb Rent a Car

  Aug 2024 - now

  IT & Digital Transformation Director

  - Develop and implement a comprehensive digital transformation strategy aligned with Theeb Rent a Car's business goals.- Lead cross-functional teams to drive digital initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.- Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across departments, encouraging the adoption of digital solutions.- Oversee the implementation of advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and data analytics to drive business growth.- Ensure IT infrastructure supports digital transformation goals.- Ensuring alignment of IT projects with digital transformation objectives.- Ensuring robust cybersecurity measures and data protection protocols are in place.- Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation to enhance operational efficiency.- Lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems and integrate new technologies into existing frameworks.- Drive digital initiatives that enhance the customer journey.- Use data-driven insights to understand customer behavior and tailor services to meet evolving needs.- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of digital initiatives and report progress to senior management.- Continuously evaluate the impact of digital strategies and make data-informed adjustments as needed.- Oversee the budgeting process for IT projects and digital transformation projects, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.- Work with finance teams to analyze cost-benefit scenarios and secure funding for strategic initiatives.- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.- Identify skill gaps and provide training opportunities to ensure the team is equipped to meet digital transformation goals.- Manage relationships with external vendors and partners, negotiating contracts and ensuring the delivery of high-quality digital solutions.- Leverage strategic partnerships to enhance Theeb Rent a Car's digital capabilities. Show less