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MOHAMED IBRAHIM EL ZAYAT

Cairo

Summary

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

American University in Cairo (AUC)

High school diploma -

Modern English School
MOHAMED IBRAHIM EL ZAYAT