ALI AHMED

Experience

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  AMANA UNITED GENERAL TRADING & CONTRACTING CO

  Jun 2012 - Sept 2013

  Accountant , Admin & Operation Specialist

   Supports financial decision-making information by collecting, analyzing, investigating, and reporting financial data. Prepares state quarterly and annual statements by assembling data. Prepares monthly statements by collecting data; analyzing and investigating variances; summarizing data, information, and trends. Coordinated between Equipment Department and All Projects to ensure efficient, timely and cost effective support to the customers. Responds to financial inquiries by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data. Provides financial advice by studying operational issues. Prepares special reports by studying variances; preparing budgets; developing forecasts.  Updates job knowledge by keeping current with financial regulations and accepted practices. Maintain safe, organized, and professional customer/client work environment. Deadline-Oriented, Managing Profitability, Accounting, Audit, Financial Skills, Analyzing Information , Reporting Research Results, Research Skills, Statistical Analysis, Business Knowledge. Show less

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  Alghanim Industries

  Sept 2013 - Oct 2016

   Manages and leads staff in achieving business targets. Maintains Store cost control measures in alignment with business objectives. Conducting yearly appraisals and performance reviews with development plans for section employees Monitors and evaluates staff performance and training needs. Participate with the sales executive team in generating sales through high selling techniques. Build and maintain guest experience standards in order to build strong loyalty Ensure consistency in customer service delivered and handle all complaints. Enter all received goods in the inventory system and ensure proper record of all stock movements Order and replenish all goods to avoid any out of stock situation. Maintain high standards of Visual Merchandising housekeeping in term of cleanness, display, lighting and stock rotation Implement all merchandising as per the brand’s visual merchandising guidelines Conduct daily walkthroughs to check presentation standards. Prepare schedule to ensure full coverage of the shop floor and maintain grooming standards of the staff Manage, engage and guide the team.ACHIEVEMENTS : *Achieving Company Business Plan On Monthly, Quarterly & Yearly Basis (2014, 2015 & 2016).* Obtain CTS (Employee of the month) 2015. Show less • Provide vital assistance to project managers By Driving everything forward from planning to implementation, to influence the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the project.• Responsible for monitoring project schedules and budgets, preparing progress reports, and liaising with key stakeholders. Play an important role in project planning and risk and issue management. Moreover, log, manage and analyze information on the progress of the project, using Excel and other bespoke databases. Responsible for managing lower-level administrative support staff. Develop and manage budget for each project working with program manager, meeting manager and meeting planner. Manage and facilitate flow of essential information among company team members, Maintain project calendar and milestones. Assist in foundation leadership to adapt analytical approach to establish resource need and thoroughly examine alternative execution choices. Assist strategy teams in utilization of calibrating inputs and interpreting outputs, provide cross-foundation analytics to senior management. Manage, supervise and control multiple projects through project life cycle.ACHIEVEMENTS: *Achieving Company Business Plan with Increase in 2013 Sale by 30% against 2012.* Obtain CTS (Team Player) 2014. Show less

  • Section Head - SAFAT HOME

    Sept 2014 - Oct 2016

  • Customers Projects Officer

    Sept 2013 - Sept 2014
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  Alshaya Group

  Nov 2016 - May 2018

  Store Manager -- THE BODY SHOP

   Maximize store contribution by proactively driving sales, reduce stock loss and manage controllable costs.  Motivate and develop team members and ensure store complies with all company regulations and procedures.  Maximize sales and ensure customer focus is prioritized at all times. Consistently focus on managing a profitable business through managing all costs, delivering Budget plans. Implement and review all stock loss prevention controls. Manage a team including in store training, recruitment (where applicable), motivation, coaching, development, disciplinary, daily Floor Walk and performance appraisals. Implement store layout, visual merchandising, stock, and fixture positioning according to brand guidelines,Manage stock replenishment and availability, product launches and promotions. Ensure store is fully compliant administratively and procedurally according to company guidelines and deadlines. Ensure communication is effective throughout store and back to brand team. Weekly /daily analysis of commercial reports and implementation of action plans where necessary.ACHIEVEMENTS: *Achieving Brand Business Plan on Quarterly & Yearly Basis since 2015 With New Record (Month, Quarter& Year).* The store became one of the top Three stores on SHOPPIE program, since 2015.* Third best performing store in Kuwait and Sixth in the Middle East in revenue. Show less

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  Trolley General Trading

  Jun 2018 - Sept 2023

  oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization, and ensure that the company's operations are efficient, effective, and aligned with our strategic goals.•Managing the operations team, developing, and implementing operational policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.Primary Duties and Key Responsibilities:•Maintain effective lines of communication and manage the day-to-day operations of the company, including overseeing the operations team, developing, and implementing operational policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness, reduce costs, and increase revenue.•Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the performance of the operations team and identify areas for improvement.•Oversee the customer service team, ensuring that they are addressing customer needs across all contact touchpoints and maximizing customer satisfaction.•Manage relationships with vendors, service providers, and other third-party partners.•Ensure that all operational processes are documented and up to date.•Identify and mitigate operational risks.•Manage and allocate resources effectively to ensure that operational objectives are met.•Monitor and report on operational performance to senior management.•Manage and improve structures and processes to ensure that we are recruiting, retaining, and developing high-quality staff at all levels.•Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, and conduct annual performance appraisals.• Drive top-line sales for the country stores in line with the Business Plan, minimize & control costs within the budgetary guidelines.•Oversaw successful planning and execution of large-scale events and projects.•Implemented cost-saving measures resulting to ensure a reduction in operational expenses. Show less Primary Duties and Key Responsibilities• Led quality audits and collaborated across departments to ensure compliance with industry standards.• Conducted regular audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement.• Utilized data analysis to identify trends and make data-driven decisions for process improvements.• Regularly analyze quality data and suggest actions based on collected data.• Manage the log of quality reports and other quality documentation.• Conducted product testing and implemented quality control measures to improve overall operations.• Developing plans to help a company manage waste. Show less •Assist in developing the annual budget of the assigned Stores and ensure all employees are working within the assigned budget by setting the required targets and responsibilities.•Monitor the financial performance of the assigned Stores regularly (Weekly, monthly, and quarterly) by reviewing different reports including Daily sales activity to ensure adherence to the set budgets, meet sales targets, and achieve targeted financial results.•Ensure that cash management activities across all the assigned outlets are performed in compliance with Policies and Procedures.•Consolidate the assigned Store's combined expenses plan and perform a necessary evaluation of the same•Conduct routine visits to the assigned Stores to assess the quality of services provided and evaluate compliance of different operations with the set standards and each brand’s requirements.•Oversee the sales performance by comparing the actual sales versus the weekly targets, previous years, and projections, and prepare sales analysis briefs.•Perform ad-hoc and other duties related to the job as assigned by the Direct Manager.•Review customers’ feedback for each of the assigned outlets and utilize the same to identify areas of improvement and provide recommendations accordingly.•Investigate, manage inputs, and recommend action to be taken when there are weaknesses in internal controls, and compliance with policies and procedures.•Identify the manpower requirements and coordinate with the HRD regarding recruitment activities to ensure the hiring of a highly professional and knowledgeable workforce.•Conduct annual performance appraisals for subordinates and recommend salary increments and promotions accordingly.•Identify the training needs of employees and ensure training & development initiatives are successfully delivered and provide feedback to the Direct Manager.•Delegate responsibilities and assign tasks to subordinates to facilitate performing different tasks and work-related activities. Show less

  • Operations Manager

    Mar 2020 - Sept 2023

  • Quality Assurance Manager

    Mar 2020 - Mar 2022

  • Area Manager

    Jun 2018 - Feb 2020
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  Cozmo Group

  Sept 2023 - Jun 2024

  Deputy CEO

  Strategy, Vision, and Leadership:• Be the key representative of the company in communicating important decisions to business stakeholders.• Manage the company’s overall development and ensure that general operations run seamlessly as employees accomplish established goals.• Monitor budgets, resources, and procedures by working with cross-functional teams.• Create a positive company culture through strong, inspirational leadership.Primary Duties and Key Responsibilities:• Develop, execute, and assess top business strategies that will propel company growth.• Collaborate with other executives, managers, and employees to identify meaningful solutions.• Serve as a main resource for managers in finance, marketing, and sales operations.• Adjust important procedures and policies by collaborating with HR and assessing current industry trends.• Managed cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and employee morale.• Successfully implemented strategic initiatives and Oversaw budget planning and forecasting to increase company profits and productivity.• Led executive decision-making processes to drive organizational growth and innovation.• Implemented cost-saving measures to reduce and control operating expenses.Skills & Qualifications:• Hold Relevant certification in business administration or equivalent experience in corporate management.• Collaboration skills for establishing positive working relationships.• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and accomplish business objectives.• Project management skills.• Expert understanding of corporate finance and business management.• Strong knowledge of Operations, financial, technical, and economic concepts• Familiarity with regional regulatory compliance. Show less

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  Fekra Holding Co.

  Jun 2024 - Apr 2025

  Deputy CEO
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  Khaleeji Entertainment Holding Company

  Apr 2025 - now

  Director Operations Management