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Abdelaziz Mohamed

Abdelaziz Mohamed

UAE-Sharjah

Summary

Motivational training and operation excellence specialists excited to develop successful training plans that meet dynamic company and employee needs. Accustomed to collaborating with managers to hone in on unique requirements. Prepared to bring operational efficiency, training program optimization, and continuous improvement abilities developed over an 11-year career to a growth-oriented role, supporting people-related initiatives across two iconic brands: KFC and Hardee's. With a CIPD qualification and an MBA degree. The core competencies include operation excellence, employee training, learning and development, diversity and inclusion, employee engagement, and internal mobility. I take ownership of the cost management, staffing, compliance, and communication aspects of people's development.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Field Trainer & Ops excellence – KFC

Americana Restaurants
09.2023 - Current
  • Setting Training plans and objectives
  • Streamlined onboarding process for new employees, reducing time to full productivity.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Design, create, develop SOPs, training materials and conduct workshops to build a culture of operational excellence
  • Supported the achievement of company goals by aligning all training initiatives with organizational objectives.
  • Implement an in-store training system in all restaurants and ensure that system is in place.
  • Follow up on the effectiveness of certification and re-certification processes based on brand standards.
  • Responsible for efficient execution of bench planning system to be sure that all potential employees are capable and ensure that training prerequisites are completed before employee's promotion.
  • Drive and enhance internal mobility from 80% to 86%
  • Conduct business skills training programs, i.e

Sales forecast, labor scheduling, ordering system, Restaurant business action plan, managing costs, P&L statement analysis, new systems, equipment…etc

  • Monitored trainee progress using data-driven evaluation tools, ensuring measurable improvements in knowledge and skill acquisition.
  • Support the development of a high-performance workforce through coaching and skill development by conducting field visits.
  • Provide necessary training before launching any new products and conduct follow-up visits to ensure that team is ready.
  • Administer and maintain the organization's learning management system.
  • Stay updated on industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Continuously improve training methods and materials to enhance the learning experience.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for improvement initiatives.
  • Develop project plans, set timelines, and allocate resources to ensure successful project completion.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
  • Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on progress and achievements.

Human Resources Business Partner

Americana Restaurants - KFC & Hardee's
02.2022 - 09.2023
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Take ownership of people-related elements such as cost management, learning and development (L&D), diversity and inclusion (D&I), employee engagement, and internal mobility.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues to promote a healthy workplace culture.
  • Align closely with the HR director and operations leaders on brand strategies, priorities, and objectives.
  • Collaborate with the HR director and area director to formulate the brand's annual manpower plan.
  • Coordinate with shared service functions to maintain optimal staffing levels and ensure timely recruitment.
  • Ensure strict compliance with company policies, partnering with shared services team in conducting investigations and applying appropriate disciplinary actions.
  • Conduct regular communication meetings with employees, actively listening to and resolving their grievances, while providing counseling and support to both employees and supervisors.
  • Drive employee engagement by conducting surveys to gather feedback and suggestions on making the organization a great place to work.
  • Keep organization charts up to date and ensure clarity in reporting lines and structures.
  • Conduct periodic field visits to restaurants, providing coaching and feedback to both operations and HR director.
  • Track and manage HR metrics, providing valuable insights and feedback to respective stakeholders.
  • Prepare and present periodic staffing reports to HR director and brand operations manager, highlighting key trends and areas for improvement.
  • Lead and direct ongoing HR, training, and development needs analysis within the brand, leveraging assessment data such as performance management results, audit findings, and HR and Operations KPIs.
  • Monitor the effectiveness of recruitment agencies in terms of new hires' quality and process efficiency, providing regular feedback and recommendations to HR director.
  • Prepare the brand's annual the HR objectives and align them with the HR director for endorsement, effectively communicating and gaining alignment with stakeholders.
  • Managing the full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
  • Developed and delivered special events for company employees.
  • Improve employee engagement.
  • Reduce labor costs by 1.3% versus target.
  • Increase employee productivity by 3% versus target.
  • Increase female diversity by 2% from last year.

Field Trainer & Ops Excellence - Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )

Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
04.2015 - 01.2022
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the organization by encouraging ongoing professional development for all staff members.
  • Established a positive learning environment by cultivating open communication and mutual respect among participants during training sessions.
  • Evaluated employee progress and provided constructive feedback to ensure long-term success.
  • Utilized various teaching methods such as small group workshops, one-on-one coaching, and e-learning platforms to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Monitors and analyzes turnover and consults with HR manager for corrective measures and reduces turnover by 3 % from last year.

HRD Senior Coordinator-KFC

Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
04.2013 - 04.2015
  • Align with HR manager and operations leaders on brand strategies, priorities, and objectives
  • Prepare brand's annual HR and training objectives and communicate with HR manager for alignment and endorsement, then communicate with Ops team to gain alignment and commitment
  • Conduct induction and brand orientation for newcomers
  • Review the probation period results and coordinate with the operation manager for corrective measures
  • Prepare all HR periodical reports and analyze achievements versus objectives
  • Monitors and analyzes turnover and consults with HR manager for corrective measures and reduces turnover by 2% from the previous year
  • Design and communicate monthly newsletter
  • Gather and organized materials to support operations
  • Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity

Education

CIPD - Associate Diploma In People Management,L&D -

Avado Learning
London
11.2024

MBA -

University of East London
UK
08.2023

Bachelor's Degree: Hotels Management -

Faculty of Tourism And Hotels
Cairo University - Egypt
06.2003

Skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Communication
  • HR Metrics and Analytics
  • Problem-Solving
  • Talent Management
  • Change Management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Business acumen and commercial awareness
  • Managing employee relations
  • Training delivery
  • Coaching Techniques
  • Recruitment
  • HCM
  • PowerBI & Power Automate
  • Microsoft Office
  • Online Forms

Certification

  • Measuring Learning Effectiveness
  • Excel Data Visualization: Designing Custom Visualizations
  • Certified Professional Trainer by International Youth Foundation

Accomplishments

  • Saving in labor cost FY22 by 1.1%, which represents.
  • Enhance employees productivity by 9% versus target.
  • Internal mobility and talent pipeline comparing with the same period has been increased by 7%.
  • Difference Maker Award 2021(By Americana ).
  • Best Performance for People Metrics (by YUM International COO) 2016

Languages

Arabic
English

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Field Trainer & Ops excellence – KFC

Americana Restaurants
09.2023 - Current

Human Resources Business Partner

Americana Restaurants - KFC & Hardee's
02.2022 - 09.2023

Field Trainer & Ops Excellence - Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )

Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
04.2015 - 01.2022

HRD Senior Coordinator-KFC

Kuwait Food Company ( Americana )
04.2013 - 04.2015

CIPD - Associate Diploma In People Management,L&D -

Avado Learning

MBA -

University of East London

Bachelor's Degree: Hotels Management -

Faculty of Tourism And Hotels
  • Measuring Learning Effectiveness
  • Excel Data Visualization: Designing Custom Visualizations
  • Certified Professional Trainer by International Youth Foundation
Abdelaziz Mohamed