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AbdelRahman Ismail
Open To Work

AbdelRahman Ismail

Cairo

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Chief of Digital Commerce and TechnologyDirector of Ecommerce, Technology & PerformanceDirector Of Ecommerce | Digital Transformation

Work Type

Full TimeConsulting

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Cairo, C
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

0/yr - 0/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsFlexible work hours

Summary

Growth-focused Digital Commerce & Technology Executive with 15+ years of experience transforming digital channels into major revenue drivers across fashion retail and FMCG. Proven success in delivering 25%–50% business growth (B2C & B2B), scaling e-commerce operations, optimizing customer acquisition and retention, and leading digital transformation initiatives. Combines commercial leadership, P&L ownership, and technology expertise to drive profitability, operational excellence, and customer-centric growth.

Overview

1
1
Certificate
18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief of Digital Commerce and Technology

Carina Wear
, Egypt
09.2023 - Current
  • Delivered 25% business growth in the first year, followed by 40% growth in the second year, and achieved 50% growth during Q1 2026, driven by digital commerce expansion, customer acquisition initiatives, and operational improvements.
  • Relaunched and restructured Carina Wear's e-commerce business, modernizing the platform, optimizing operations, and rebuilding the digital commerce organization to support accelerated growth and scalability.
  • Led digital transformation initiatives across technology, e-commerce, business intelligence, and customer experience to drive cohesive operational improvement.
  • Unified technology, digital commerce, and data capabilities to support business growth, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability.
  • Directed e-commerce strategy, digital operations, and home delivery services, ensuring alignment between commercial objectives and customer experience goals.
  • Owned technology and e-commerce P&L performance, managing budgets, investments, and resource allocation to maximize profitability and operational effectiveness.
  • Established a data-driven digital marketing framework to enhance revenue growth, customer acquisition, retention, and marketing efficiency.
  • Enhanced operational processes through systems integration, automation, and analytics-driven decision-making to improve scalability and execution.
  • Led cross-functional teams spanning technology, digital commerce, business intelligence, customer experience, and commercial growth initiatives.

Director of Ecommerce, Technology & Performance

Gourmet Egypt
Cairo, Egypt
12.2021 - 09.2023
  • Led the e-commerce division with a strong focus on revenue growth, customer experience optimization, and digital performance, leveraging A/B testing, SEO, marketing automation, and AI-driven personalization-contributing to 35% of total company sales.
  • Directed media buying, SEO, SEM, digital marketing, and analytics strategies, increasing ROAS from 12x to 17x through data-driven optimization and performance marketing initiatives.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of a fully personalized website and mobile application powered by AI, featuring dynamic homepage experiences, real-time ERP integration, seamless payment solutions, and an enhanced customer loyalty ecosystem.
  • Defined and executed e-commerce strategy, managing revenue targets, budgeting, forecasting, and full P&L to drive financial performance.
  • Led customer engagement and retention initiatives using advanced marketing automation and AI-powered personalization to enhance customer loyalty.
  • Oversaw e-commerce loyalty and customer lifecycle programs to maximize customer reach, engagement, and platform utilization.
  • Directed implementation and continuous development of e-commerce technology and mobility solutions, ensuring scalability and operational excellence.

Director Of Ecommerce | Digital Transformation

Carina Wear
Cairo, Egypt
10.2020 - 12.2021
  • Built and scaled Carina Wear's e-commerce business into a strategic revenue-generating channel, establishing the operational, commercial, and customer experience foundations for long-term growth.
  • Achieved a 3% conversion rate and 12x ROAS, driving profitable customer acquisition and digital revenue growth.
  • Led digital transformation initiatives spanning e-commerce, customer engagement, marketing automation, and omnichannel retail operations.
  • Owned e-commerce strategy, growth, budgeting, forecasting, and P&L performance.
  • Expanded marketplace presence across Amazon Egypt, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Noon Egypt.
  • Directed performance marketing, personalization, analytics, SEO/SEM, and customer experience initiatives.
  • Led fulfillment, customer service, inventory, and marketplace operations to support scalable growth.

Head Of Ecommerce

Gourmet Egypt
Egypt, Egypt
03.2019 - 10.2020
  • Launched a new e-commerce platform and mobile applications, growing digital commerce to 20% of total company revenue.
  • Increased media buying efficiency by improving ROAS from 7x to 20x, significantly enhancing marketing profitability.
  • Recovered 48% of abandoned carts and reactivated 20% of inactive customers through data-driven retention and marketing automation strategies.
  • Owned e-commerce growth strategy, P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial performance.
  • Led customer acquisition, loyalty, personalization, and engagement initiatives to drive sustainable revenue growth.
  • Directed digital commerce development, optimization, and customer experience transformation programs.

Ecommerce Manager

Gourmet Egypt
Egypt, Egypt
01.2013 - 03.2019
  • Lead Media buying strategy, ROI, SEO, SEM, Digital Marketing and Analytics.
  • Lead end-to-end E-commerce implementation, development and enhancement.
  • Manage E-Newsletter, Website Content, products upload and Photography.

E-Commerce Supervisor

Gourmet Egypt
Egypt, Egypt
01.2012 - 01.2013

Co-founded and scaled the company's e-commerce business, transforming it into a significant revenue-generating channel and laying the foundation for future digital growth.

• Led the end-to-end development, launch, and continuous enhancement of the e-commerce platform, overseeing all aspects of digital operations, customer experience, and online merchandising.

• Established and optimized core e-commerce functions, including website content management, digital merchandising, product catalog management, customer engagement, and online marketing initiatives.

• Played a key role in driving the organization's digital commerce strategy, contributing to sustained business growth and the expansion of online sales channels.

Senior Customer Service Representative

Gourmet Egypt
Egypt, Egypt
01.2010 - 12.2011
  • Resolving Customer's Inquiry
  • Resolving Customer's Complain
  • Sales

Customer Care Representative

Vodafone Egypt
Egypt, Egypt
07.2008 - 12.2009
  • Resolving Customer's Inquiry
  • Resolving Customer's Complain
  • Sales
  • Technical Support
  • ADSL
  • Mobile Support

Education

Digital Marketing Certification - Digital Marketing: Customer Engagement, Social Media, Planning, & Analytics

EMERITUS Institute of Management - Colombia Business School
01-2019

Licentiate degree - English Language and Literature

El Madina Higher Institute for International Languages
01-2008

High School -

Ahmed Orabi
01-2004

Skills

  • Digital marketing and e-commerce strategy
  • E-commerce platform management
  • Customer acquisition and engagement
  • Data analytics and decision making
  • P&L management and performance optimization
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Cross-functional leadership and team collaboration
  • Training and development
  • Networking
  • Leadership

Certification

EMERITUS Institute of Management - Colombia Business School

Digital Marketing: Customer Engagement, Social Media, Planning, & Analytics

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Arabic
Native
Native

Timeline

Chief of Digital Commerce and Technology - Carina Wear
09.2023 - Current
Director of Ecommerce, Technology & Performance - Gourmet Egypt
12.2021 - 09.2023
Director Of Ecommerce | Digital Transformation - Carina Wear
10.2020 - 12.2021
Head Of Ecommerce - Gourmet Egypt
03.2019 - 10.2020
Ecommerce Manager - Gourmet Egypt
01.2013 - 03.2019
E-Commerce Supervisor - Gourmet Egypt
01.2012 - 01.2013
Senior Customer Service Representative - Gourmet Egypt
01.2010 - 12.2011
Customer Care Representative - Vodafone Egypt
07.2008 - 12.2009
EMERITUS Institute of Management - Colombia Business School - Digital Marketing Certification, Digital Marketing: Customer Engagement, Social Media, Planning, & Analytics
El Madina Higher Institute for International Languages - Licentiate degree, English Language and Literature
Ahmed Orabi - High School,
AbdelRahman Ismail