Hazem Eissa
Senior Business Executive
El-Ashgar Compound, 6th October City
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Business Executive with 30+ years of leadership experience across FMCG, Banking, Investment, Stock Trading, Real Estate, and Aviation. Proven expertise in turnaround strategies, P&L management, export growth, and operational excellence. Multinational experience includes EgyptAir, Barclays, HSBC, and Arab Dairy. Since 2015, have been driving Arab Dairy’s transformation across commercial, industrial, and financial functions.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice CEO
Arab Diary
07.2015 - 02.2023
- Managed operations with EGP 1.25Bn turnover.
- Expanded SKU portfolio (+100 SKUs in cheese categories).
- Reduced expenses by 10%, improved profitability, introduced premium products.
- Turned losses into profits through rigorous P&L analysis and strategic planning.
- Optimized CAPEX with ROI-focused machinery and spare parts investments.
- Boosted factory capacity utilization from 40% to 65%.
- Reduced raw material costs by 10% via sourcing and operational efficiencies.
- Rolled out S&OP cycle and improved forecast accuracy from 60% to 95%.
General Manager
ASC Real Estate
01.2006 - 06.2015
- Developed investment strategies and maximized company revenues.
- Oversaw asset management, sales, and construction operations.
- Penetrated new markets and managed cross-functional teams.
Head of Sales & Trading
HSBC Securities
11.1997 - 08.2005
- Founded and scaled HSBC’s trading desk in Egypt.
- Introduced GDR trading; maintained 50% ROI for 5 years.
- Managed client portfolios, technical stock analysis, and ensured compliance.
Head of Customer Service & Floor Manager
Strategic Securities Group
11.1995 - 11.1997
- Supervised trading floor operations and client investment portfolios.
- Led client relationship systems and international mutual fund transactions.
L/Cs Department
Barclays Bank Egypt
02.1993 - 11.1995
- Managed issuance and coordination of local/international Letters of Credit.
- Handled payment settlements and client communication.
Flight Attendant
EgyptAir
02.1988 - 12.1992
- Delivered high-standard safety, service, and regulatory compliance on domestic and international flights.
Education
Diploma - American Open University
Islamic Financial Trading Diploma
Egypt01-2011
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Cairo University
Egypt 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic & Operational Leadership
P&L & Financial Performance Management
Export & Commercial Strategy
Manufacturing Operations Optimization
AX ERP System Expertise
Business Restructuring & Transformation
Value Chain & Supply Chain Management
Team Leadership & People Development
Key Achivements
Arab Dairy (2015–2023)
- Restructured the organization, reducing headcount from 2,400 to 1,650, saving EGP 18M.
- Increased production by 500 tons/month via factory reorganization.
- Led commercial sector transformation; doubled ROI through distributor model revamp.
- Grew export sales from $25M to $35M and improved GP by 50%.
HSBC Securities (1997–2005)
- Launched HSBC’s brokerage business in Egypt, maintaining 15% market share for 6 years.
- Delivered 50% ROI over 5 consecutive years.
Training & Certifications
- Marketing & Sales
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
- Derivatives Trading
- Asset Management
- Project Management
Timeline
Vice CEO
Arab Diary
07.2015 - 02.2023
General Manager
ASC Real Estate
01.2006 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Cairo University
04.2001 -
Head of Sales & Trading
HSBC Securities
11.1997 - 08.2005
Head of Customer Service & Floor Manager
Strategic Securities Group
11.1995 - 11.1997
L/Cs Department
Barclays Bank Egypt
02.1993 - 11.1995
Flight Attendant
EgyptAir
02.1988 - 12.1992
Diploma - American Open University
Islamic Financial Trading Diploma