Skilled entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience operating a successful business averaging $800K net profit annually. My versatile skills and expertise in employee management, marketing, and operational costs make me a valuable asset as a business development consultant and vice president.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Consultant
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
02.2020 - Current
Developed strategic partnerships to expand market reach and enhance revenue streams.
Presented findings and recommendations to senior management, influencing key business decisions.
Met with current clients to assess needs and develop improvement plans.
Reviewed internal systems and organized training plans to address areas in need of improvement.
Conducted in-depth analysis of international duty-free markets to identify high-potential regions for product distribution.
Developed market strategies to penetrate new and emerging markets, expanding the company's reach.
Vice President
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
01.2018 - 01.2020
Continue to attend 3-4 exhibitions annually in order to secure business opportunities that expand the company's diverse catalogue.
Establishing a new arm for the company in the UAE free zone to serve as a hub for the region.
Lead, guide and evaluate the work of other executive leaders, including assistant vice presidents, senior directors, and managers.
Secured an additional 8 internationally recognized brands to El Zayat's portfolio.
Lead the negotiations with Egypt Air's travel retail sector to include El Zayat's portfolio to their travel retail stores.
Analyzed market trends to inform strategic decisions and identify growth opportunities.
Cultivated strategic partnerships with global suppliers to optimize sourcing and logistics.
Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization by implementing a new software for more efficient workflow.
Business Development Manager
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
01.2014 - 12.2017
Established contracts with 30+ vendors, securing wholesale goods 20-30% below market value.
Crafted and launched a successful website and online ordering system, boosting online site visitation and to-go sales during the the COVID-19 pandemic.
Led, developed, and executed marketing strategies to generate new business worth over $3.2M in revenue.
Secured the right to sell over 20 international brands, expanding the company's portfolio and increasing overall sales with customers.
Coordinated with governmental agencies to register all brands in the company portfolio to adhere to the new governmental importation requirements.
Head of Operations
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
01.2010 - 12.2013
Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs across multiple departments.
Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives, improving service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Mentored staff on best practices, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence in operations management.
Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics to optimize operations.
Managed crisis situations effectively by developing response plans in advance.
Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for maximum value and efficiency.
Sales Manager
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
01.2005 - 12.2009
Projected expected sales volume and profit for existing and new accounts while reducing expenditure by 8%.
Analyzed costs, competition, and trends, adjusting sales prices to maintain a 23% net profit margin.
Oversaw development of a 6-member sales team by promoting results-driven processes.
Inspired the sales team to grow and develop individual sales goals that increased average client bases.
Assisted with general market activity, distributed information to the sales team, and encouraged efficiency in lead generation.
Warehouse Manager
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
06.2003 - 12.2004
Facilitated warehouse operation processes by receiving and stocking goods, reducing downtime by 12%.
Maintained accurate records of inventory received and/or distributed, decreasing the instance of lost goods.
Organized shipping orders, bills of lading, and route materials.
Worked well with all 30+ warehouse associates, providing flexibility to ensure warehouse efficiency and timeliness.
Education
Bachelor in Economics (BEc) - Economics, Psychology
American University in Cairo (AUC)
01-2003
High school diploma -
Modern English School
01-1998
Skills
Business development
Complex Problem-solving
Results-driven
Operations management
Record Keeping
Organization
Critical thinking
Decision-making
Relationship building
Team leadership
Risk management
Timeline
Business Development Consultant
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
02.2020 - Current
Vice President
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
01.2018 - 01.2020
Business Development Manager
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
01.2014 - 12.2017
Head of Operations
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
01.2010 - 12.2013
Sales Manager
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
01.2005 - 12.2009
Warehouse Manager
El Zayat Enterprise for International Trade
06.2003 - 12.2004
Bachelor in Economics (BEc) - Economics, Psychology
Head of Mechanical Maintenance Departments at Kafr El-Zayat Pesticides & Chemicals Co.Head of Mechanical Maintenance Departments at Kafr El-Zayat Pesticides & Chemicals Co.