Karim Hamdy
Cairo
Summary
Experienced trader with a proven track record in sales management within the oil and gas industry. Strong marketing potential and success in B2B e-commerce. Proficient in public speaking, leadership, business development, and strategic marketing. Also gained valuable experience in logistics through leadership roles in a rapidly growing startup. Currently dedicated to establishing a dynamic marketing agency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Business Developing Manager
Oohmybrand! agency
03.2020 - Current
- Developed and enhanced OohMyBrand! business model, delivering comprehensive Marketing & Advertising services, including ATL, BTL, digital marketing, UI/UX, branding strategies and branding.
- Bridged the gap between business and marketing teams, fostering clear communication and alignment to build strong, strategic relationships with clients from both marketing and business perspectives.
- Built and maintained relationships with key decision-makers, driving growth, client retention, and identifying new business opportunities.
- Designed and implemented growth strategies that aligned marketing expertise with business development objectives, contributing to revenue generation and market expansion.
- Led and mentored internal marketing teams (Online & Offline), ensuring technical execution and business goals are fully aligned to optimize project delivery and performance.
- Oversaw the installation and execution of mega campaigns and booths at large-scale events such as Food Africa and HACE..etc, ensuring seamless delivery, high-quality production, and impactful brand presence.
- Managed offline marketing activities, including ground activations, professional photography/videography, printing, and production, delivering high-impact campaigns and events.
- Monitored and analyzed KPIs to evaluate performance, measure business progress, and optimize strategies for sustainable growth and success.
Operations Lead
Hovo App
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Company Overview: Hovo, an on-demand hauling mobile application startup for delivering goods of any kind across Egypt
- Developing and leading the Operations department in Hovo, an on-demand hauling mobile application startup for delivering goods of any kind across Egypt
- Hovo, an on-demand hauling mobile application startup for delivering goods of any kind across Egypt
Purchase Manager
MaxAB for Electronic
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Company Overview: MaxAB is a B2B e-commerce marketplace that connects food and grocery retailers to suppliers in Egypt
- Established the Purchases & Pricing department
- Established the commercial cycle
- Managed the purchasing cycle for more than 300+ SKU's
- Adding a wide suppliers base
- MaxAB is a B2B e-commerce marketplace that connects food and grocery retailers to suppliers in Egypt
Trader and development expert
BGN International DMCC (Bayegan)
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Worked in both Istanbul & Dubai's offices
- Worked on aligning the Egyptian market needs for multiple products in several fields: (Fertilizers specially Granule UREA business, chemical products, polymers, Sulphur, and Powder business)
- Developed new product lines like Talc powder and Kaolin powder
- Expanded and handled the purchases of Urea product with monthly capacity up to 15.000mt
- Boosted the trade of Sulphur with monthly capacity up to 60.000mt
- Strong Market Research for trading opportunities
Intern
Strategic Marketing & Entrepreneurship Center at AASTMT
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Worked as an event planner and organizer at Strategic Marketing & Entrepreneurship Center (SMEC) during my Academic studies at the university
- Participated in Jamboree event, Build your Career Campaign, Startups Campaign,…etc
Trainee
BGN DMCC
08.2015 - 09.2015
- During my junior year in university, I attended a training program at Bayegan Group for Trading
- Concentrated on the International Trading department & Logistics
Trainee
BGN DMCC
08.2014 - 09.2014
- Joined a training program at BGN during my sophomore year in university
- Spent one month as a general trainee working across various departments (Finance, International trading, Marketing, Operations, and Logistics)
Education
BBA - Marketing & International Business
Arab Academy For Science, Technology & Maritime Transport
Egypt 05.2012 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Akhnaton American School
Egypt 04.2001 -
Skills
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Internet search
ERP SYSTEM
Edara System
Fast Learner
Strong team-working and leadership skills
Excellent presenter
Ability to analyze and evaluate situations
Ability to work under pressure
Personal Information
- Nationality: Egyptian
- Marital Status: Married
Military Service
Exempted
Timeline
Business Developing Manager
Oohmybrand! agency
03.2020 - Current
Operations Lead
Hovo App
07.2019 - 02.2020
Purchase Manager
MaxAB for Electronic
05.2018 - 04.2019
Trader and development expert
BGN International DMCC (Bayegan)
06.2016 - 03.2018
Trainee
BGN DMCC
08.2015 - 09.2015
Trainee
BGN DMCC
08.2014 - 09.2014
Intern
Strategic Marketing & Entrepreneurship Center at AASTMT
01.2013 - 01.2016
BBA - Marketing & International Business
Arab Academy For Science, Technology & Maritime Transport
05.2012 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Akhnaton American School
04.2001 -
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