Hisham Fouad
Strategic Sales & Export Director with over 19 years of experience in the packaging solutions industry. Proven track record of transforming underperforming operations into top revenue producers. Expertise in managing high-profile accounts, expanding market reach, and improving customer satisfaction. Successfully handled export operations in 22 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
Giza
Summary
Dynamic Director oversees every facet of production with strong project management and decision-making skills. Brings comprehensive knowledge of packaging production with planning, and technical operations. Skilled at coordinating production plans and personnel resources to complete work under tight deadlines.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales & Export Director | Expert in Packaging
Yes Pac for packaging solutions
10.2005 - Current
- Lead a sales team that increased company sales more than 50% over the last three years.
- Successfully expanded the client base by 50%, acquiring key accounts such as Froneri, Nestle, Marai, Maras, Bel Group, Domty, Harvest and Juhayna.
- Successfully established and expanded export operations to over 22 countries, contributing to more than 43% of overall revenue and showcasing our strong presence in the global market.
- Streamlined export processes, reducing costs by 15% and improving delivery times by 20%.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Sales & Marketing Associate
El Seweedy Cables
02.2004 - 10.2005
- Creating and maintaining customer databases to facilitate customer segmentation
- Collaborating with sales and marketing teams to coordinate promotional activities
- Implemented customer segmentation strategies, increasing repeat sales by 25%.
- Played a key role in executing digital marketing campaigns that boosted brand awareness by 40%
- Executing digital campaigns to improve brand awareness and online presence
- Planned and executed events and marketing programs to increase qualified leads.
Sales Representative
Kompass Egypt
08.2001 - 02.2004
- Determining customer's needs, providing brand awareness and recommendations to fulfill requirements
- Coordinating with sales and operational teams to verify alignment of marketing initiatives with company goals
- Creating and implementing customer loyalty programs to increase customer retention and loyalty
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
Education
Export Development Program
Food Export Council
07.2024
Risk Management
German Chamber
10.2023
Mini Master in Business Administrations
German Chamber
09.2023
English
Middle East Languages Courses
2011
Bachelor of Literature Philosophy & Sociology
Helwan University
05.2001 -
Skills
Sales Expertise: Skilled in developing and sustaining client relationships through strategic marketing
Market Penetration: Effective in crafting and executing competitive sales strategies for growth
Negotiation: Proficient in negotiating win-win deals, fostering long-term partnerships
Project & Operations Management: Capable of managing sales projects and optimizing operations for efficiency
Team Leadership: Experienced in leading and motivating high-performing sales teams
Strategic Planning: Strong in setting and achieving goals aligned with business objectives
Budget Control: Skilled in managing sales budgets to maximize ROItegies and goals
Budget Control
Careerskills
- Advanced Presentation And Negotiation Skills
- Marketing Analysis
- Report Preparation
- Market Research
- Leadership Skills
- Soft Skills
- Microsoft Excel | Very Good
- Microsoft PowerPoint | Very Good
- Microsoft Word | Very Good
Fairs
- Print & packaging Arabia (Dammam - KSA)
- Jordan Chemex (Amman - Jordan)
- Gulf Food Munfactring (Dubai - UAE)
- ProPack (Jeddah - KSA)
- SIAL (Paris - France)
- Milano Plast (Milano - Italy)
- Arab Plast (Riyadh - KSA)
- Gulf Plast (Dubai - UAE)
- Nile Plast (Sudan)
- Morocco Plast (Casablanca - Morocco)
- Egypt Plast (Egypt)
- Fi Africa and Propack MENA (Egypt)
- Interpack (Germany)
- Agro pack (Iraq)
- Sigep (Italy)
- Eurasia (Turkey)
Militaryservice
Completed
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/17/1978
- Nationality: Egyptian
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
Arabic
English
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales & Export Director | Expert in Packaging
Yes Pac for packaging solutions
10.2005 - Current
Sales & Marketing Associate
El Seweedy Cables
02.2004 - 10.2005
Sales Representative
Kompass Egypt
08.2001 - 02.2004
Bachelor of Literature Philosophy & Sociology
Helwan University
05.2001 -
Export Development Program
Food Export Council
Risk Management
German Chamber
Mini Master in Business Administrations
German Chamber
English
Middle East Languages Courses