Muhammad Aamir Sheikh

Experience

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  Workplains (pvt). ltd.

  Mar 2001 - Mar 2004

  Software Developer

  Worked as software developer on product WORK+ BPM suite using operating tools C++, MFC, ATL COM, ActiveX, ADO, NT Services, SQL Server, C#, ASP.NET. It was a web-based enterprise solution that automates workflow processes at each level of Process Management Lifecycle, that is, from creation, simulation, execution and monitoring to statistical analysis by its operating tools.

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  Geopaq Technologies

  Jan 2004 - Oct 2009

  Project Manager

  - Requirement elicitation and finalization- Project estimation, planning & Execution- Monitoring & Control- Team management- Issue esclation and resolution- Risk management- Direct collaboration with onshore project manager and requirement providers- Contribute in process definition & implementation in company as part of PMO group- Contribure in process definition & implementation for CMMI-Leve-2- Successful delivery of assigned projects with profitablity, team and customer's satisfaction. Show less

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  Ciklum

  Jan 2009 - now

  Play a pivotal role in leading operations and driving business growth in Pakistan.Along with GM, Overseeing all aspects of our local operations, marketing, client relationship management, and team leadership.Strengthening market presence, foster strategic partnerships, and drive revenue growth, all while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.Grow teams of talented, performing and engaged employeesDevelop and execute the overall business strategy and growth plans for the company in Pakistan.Closely coordinate with the sales team to achieve revenue targets, identify new business opportunities, and build a strong pipeline.Foster relationships with key clients and partners, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and retention.Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory changes to identify opportunities and potential risks.Collaborate closely with the global leadership team to align local strategies with the overall company vision.Overseeing marketing initiatives, including brand positioning, advertising campaigns, and digital marketing efforts.Develop and nurture a high-performing team, providing guidance, coaching, and mentoring to drive individual and collective success.Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and ethical standards. Overseeing program and project management functions, and ensuring successful delivery of all digital services, with targeted revenue, gross margin, billable utilisation and controlled churn rate Continually reviewing and improving internal processes and tools, driving efficiency and business growth. Leading Agile Community of Practice (COP) and play valuable contribution for delivery Center of Excellence (COE) to cultivate agile mindset culture and ensure growth of delivery expertise growth. Show less - Supervising and mentoring project mangement teams across both centers of the organization situated in Lahore and Islamabad Pakistan.- Oversee business projects and ensure that are completed on time and within budget- Ensure all team members uphold the company's standards/best practice guidance throughout each project's development and execution.- Providing financial reports and budget outlines to Executives- There are ongoing risk assessment and mitigation across all projects- Overall health of projects and status of milestones and deliverables across the portfolio- Forcast utilization and budget to align business strategies and actions. Show less - Managing small to medium size projects with team size 10-30 members.- Engage into pre-sales process along with sales team to plan solution offer meeting client's goals.- Support team ramp up and onboarding- Set up best practices (tools, processes, people management), ensure projects meet industry leading quality standards, knowledge sharing with Ciklum teams and clients;- Monitor changing clients’ needs and proactively offer the right solutions out of the full spectrum of services available;- Provide proactive constructive input to the internal organization on services and solutions that should be considered for improvement and/or creation;- Regularly monitor and continuously improve Clients’ satisfaction;- Manage risks, anticipate problems before they arise, and work with appropriate personnel to develop solutions. Show less

  • Country Manager

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Delivery Director

    Jul 2018 - Jan 2024

  • Head of Delivery Pakistan

    Apr 2017 - Jun 2018

  • Senior Project Manager

    Jan 2009 - Mar 2017