Alaa Aldris

• Work directly under the CEO to coordinate and manage high-priority strategic and operational projects across UAE and international branches.
• Provide high-level administrative and coordination support to the CEO, particularly in managing all client interface activities, ensuring timely and professional communication.
• Act as the point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders regarding project updates, requests, and deliverables.
• Support project planning activities including goal-setting, timeline development, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Administer all client correspondence processes including drafting, formatting, and archiving of outgoing and incoming communications.
• Preparation of high-quality presentations, reports, charts, tables, graphs, and plans as required by the CEO.
• Coordinate and compile inputs for monthly contract reports, ensuring timely submission and completeness of information.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare executive-level reports and presentations for the CEO, track project milestones, and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Follow up on pending tasks and inputs from various departments to meet reporting and deliverable deadlines.
• Operational Support: Organize meetings, prepare agendas, circulate minutes, and follow up on action points.
• Develop and maintain an organized and secure electronic and physical filing system for efficient information retrieval.
• Ensure that all written correspondence and internal communications are promptly distributed to relevant stakeholders and departments.
• Organize and participate in project meetings, prepare meeting agendas, take and circulate minutes, and monitor action points.
• Support internal compliance and document control procedures in coordination with the PMO or QA/QC departments.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Facilitated regular team meetings to monitor progress.
• Improved workflow efficiency with structured planning and coordination of tasks.

• Led the planning, execution, and day-to-day operations of assigned projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provided operational and strategic support to Project Managers and the Senior Management Team across multiple functions.
• Streamlined project workflows using effective project management methodologies, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Oversaw logistics and procurement processes, supporting vendor management and achieving cost-effective contract negotiations.
• Developed comprehensive project plans and conducted regular progress reviews to monitor performance and resolve issues proactively.
• Ensured high standards of quality and compliance in project delivery through rigorous oversight and documentation practices.
• Maintained detailed project records using industry-standard tools, enabling efficient tracking, reporting, and knowledge transfer.

Procurement & Contracting:

• Developed procurement policies and procedures aligned with ISO 9001 standards.
• Designed sourcing strategies and managed tender processes for major developments, including Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium.
• Oversaw vendor relations, tender documentation, contract compliance, and procurement reporting.
• Supported corporate governance implementation and procurement compliance.

Finance & Budgeting:

• Supported budget preparation and analysis in coordination with line managers.
• Reviewed financial and technical tender documents, ensured contract compliance, and coordinated with legal and finance teams.
• Managed procurement documentation, petty cash, and monthly payment files for Abu Dhabi Sports Council.

HR & Administration:

• Contributed to HR policy development, recruitment, onboarding, and training initiatives.
• Supported legal compliance, job description updates, employee record management, and organizational development projects.
• Organized internal events and provided administrative support to project teams.

Operations Management:

• Led store operations including staffing, inventory control, budgeting, and customer service.
• Maintained merchandising and pricing strategies, store safety, and operational stability.
• Enhanced profitability through financial analysis and corrective action planning.

Sales & Business Development:

• Conducted sales forecasting and merchandising planning based on market trends.
• Managed supplier contracts, inventory allocation, and client relationship development.
• Prospected new business opportunities, customized solutions, and presented company offerings to potential clients.