SAMAA ABDUL GHANY ZAHRA
Cairo
Summary
Dynamic Product Owner / senior project manager with a proven track record at TTG Technology, adept at driving ERP product vision and managing cross-functional teams. Expert in backlog management and stakeholder engagement, delivering high-impact solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Skilled in Agile methodologies and change management, ensuring successful project outcomes and user adoption.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Product Owner – ERP Systems
TTG Technology
Cairo
01.2025 - Current
- Defined and owned the ERP product vision, roadmap, and release strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Gathered, analyzed, and prioritized business requirements from Finance, Operations, PMO, Vendors, and Sales teams.
- Created user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria, ensuring clarity for development and QA teams.
- Managed and continuously refined the product backlog based on business value, urgency, and dependencies.
- Led sprint planning, backlog grooming, reviews, and UAT activities.
- Collaborated with developers, QA, ERP consultants, and business stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.
- Oversaw ERP releases and deployments with minimal business disruption.
- Ensured compliance with financial controls, audit requirements, and data governance standards.
- Supported change management, user training, documentation, and adoption activities.
- Monitored system performance and user feedback to drive continuous improvement and optimization.
Senior Localization Project Manager
The Translation Gate
Cairo
01.2024 - Current
- Planned and delivered large-scale localization projects across multiple languages and clients.
- Developed detailed project plans covering scope, timelines, cost, and resources.
- Led cross-functional teams of translators, editors, reviewers, and vendors.
- Implemented quality assurance frameworks to ensure linguistic accuracy and consistency.
- Managed client communication, expectations, and escalations.
- Optimized localization workflows to improve turnaround time and cost efficiency.
- Managed vendor performance, onboarding, and evaluations.
Project Planner (US Zone)
The Translation Gate
Cairo
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Created detailed project schedules, Gantt charts, and delivery plans.
- Identified project risks and developed mitigation strategies.
- Coordinated with global teams to ensure alignment on scope and milestones.
- Supported leadership with progress tracking and reporting.
Localization Department Manager
JTS Agency
Cairo
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Led and scaled the localization department, managing teams, workflows, and quality standards.
- Mentored and trained translators and project managers.
- Reviewed and approved final deliverables before client submission.
- Oversaw client onboarding, scope definition, and delivery execution.
- Coordinated invoicing, POs, and post-delivery support.
Software Project Manager
JTS Agency
Cairo
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Managed software development and web projects from initiation to closure.
- Defined project scope, schedules, budgets, and success criteria.
- Led technical teams delivering custom software, website development, and SEO projects.
- Conducted risk assessments and ensured delivery within constraints.
- Maintained strong client relationships and satisfaction.
Business Strategist
Sano Learn for Publishing & Distribution
Cairo
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed eLearning and digital publishing projects end-to-end.
- Coordinated with SMEs, designers, developers, and authors.
- Oversaw eBook and Kindle publishing workflows.
- Ensured quality, compliance, and on-time delivery.
Education
Master’s Degree -
Ain Shams University
01.2026
Special Diploma - Linguistics
Ain Shams University
General Diploma - English Language
Ain Shams University
Bachelor’s Degree - English Language
Ain Shams University
Skills
- Product Ownership
- Product Roadmaps
- ERP Systems
- Enterprise Applications
- Agile
- Scrum
- SDLC
- Backlog Management
- User Stories
- Stakeholder Management
- Client Management
- UAT
- Release Management
- Risk Management
- Change Management
- Localization Technology
- TMS
- Vendor Management
- Resource Management
- Process Optimization
- KPI Tracking
- Data-Driven Decision Making
Certification
- CSPO – Certified Scrum Product Owner, 2025
- Project Management (PMP Track), Google
- Lean Six Sigma, University System of Georgia
- Google AI Essentials
- AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty
- Google Cloud Artificial Intelligence
- Microsoft Planner
- Linguistic Prompt Design, RWS
- TEFL Diploma, Notting Hill College
Personal Information
Title: Senior Product Owner | ERP & Enterprise Systems | Senior Project Manager
Languages
- English
- French
- Arabic, Native
- English, Fluent
- French, Fluent
Earlier Experience
- Translation Office Manager, Nile Translation Services
- Translator / Editor (AR-EN-FR), Nile Translation Services
- English Teacher, Alsun Language Schools
Timeline
Product Owner – ERP Systems
TTG Technology
01.2025 - Current
Senior Localization Project Manager
The Translation Gate
01.2024 - Current
Project Planner (US Zone)
The Translation Gate
01.2024 - 03.2024
Localization Department Manager
JTS Agency
01.2021 - 01.2024
Software Project Manager
JTS Agency
01.2021 - 01.2024
Business Strategist
Sano Learn for Publishing & Distribution
01.2020 - 01.2021
Master’s Degree -
Ain Shams University
Special Diploma - Linguistics
Ain Shams University
General Diploma - English Language
Ain Shams University
Bachelor’s Degree - English Language
Ain Shams University