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Firas Shnoudeh

Firas Shnoudeh

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Accomplished professional with a robust background in strategic visioning, brand awareness enhancement, and competitor analysis insight. Demonstrates exceptional decision-making proficiency and sales funnel mastery, driving significant revenue growth and optimizing profit margins. Proven expertise in P&L accountability, business development, and budget development. Adept at crafting commercial strategies, identifying market opportunities, and accelerating commercial growth. Skilled in bid tendering, negotiation, client retention strategy, and advanced sales methodology. Committed to leveraging these competencies to foster sustainable business development and achieve long-term commercial success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Global Commercial Director of Strategic Verticals

Aramex International
Dubai, UAE
04.2020 - Current
  • Developed and implemented global Vertical management strategy, driving revenue growth by 50% and enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic commercial initiatives.
  • Fostered profitable partnerships for increased business opportunities.
  • Developed new market strategies to boost brand visibility.
  • Identified growth opportunities, resulting in expanded company footprint.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align operations and establish budgets, forecasts, and KPIs for the vertical.
  • Represented the company at industry events, conferences, and trade events to stay abreast of emerging technologies and opportunities.
  • Led the negotiation of key contracts with major suppliers.

Global Key Account Manager of Strategic Accounts

Aramex International
Dubai, UAE
03.2015 - 04.2020
  • Managed and expanded relationships with key clients for improved customer satisfaction.
  • Developed strategic plans to meet client needs, resulting in increased client retention and business Growth.
  • Mentored junior account managers, contributing positively towards team growth.
  • Evaluated client feedback and implemented necessary changes for better service delivery.
  • Built strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering trust and loyalty.
  • Facilitated regular meetings with clients to address concerns, improving overall communication.
  • Conducted regular business reviews, identified areas for improvement.
  • Analysed sales data, optimised performance metrics.

Key account manager

Aramex International
Algers , Algeria
04.2014 - 02.2015
  • Strengthened key client relationships by developing tailored account strategies.
  • Managed complex sales cycles for maximised business growth.
  • Secured long-term customer loyalty with excellent service and understanding of client needs.
  • Negotiated profitable contracts to ensure mutual benefit.
  • Identified opportunities for cross-selling, created additional revenue streams.
  • Maintained detailed knowledge of industry trends, positioned products effectively in the market.

Key Account Operation/HSE Leader

Aramex International
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
10.2012 - 04.2014
  • Developed project procedures and specifications for freight movements, ensuring 90% project visibility.
  • Managed a fleet of 50+ trucks, overseeing HSE compliance and achieving 95% on-time delivery.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by 30% through cost and lead time optimization.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
  • Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.

Corporate business Improvement and Efficiency

Aramex International
Amman , Jordan
11.2010 - 09.2011

• Managed reporting dashboard for visual KPI results, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Analyzed data for business improvement, leading to a 20% increase and Root Cause Analysis

  • Implemented efficient business processes for improved operational effectiveness.
  • Delivered comprehensive business strategies, optimising organisational performance.

Education

High School Diploma - GCE

Collège De La Salle - Frères Collège De La Salle
Jordan
09.1993 - 09.2005

Bachelor's degree - Industrial Engineering Management

University of Jordan
Jordan
09.2005 - 09.2010

Lead Program - Educational Leadership and Administration, General

American University of Beirut
Dubai
02.2020 - 02.2020

Executive leadership Education - Organizational Leadership

Hult International Business School
London
02.2024 - 06.2024

Skills

  • Strategic visioning
  • Brand awareness enhancement
  • Competitor analysis insight
  • Decision-Making proficiency
  • Sales funnel mastery
  • Revenue growth tracking
  • P and L accountability
  • Profit margin optimization
  • Business development
  • Budget development
  • Commercial strategies
  • Market identification
  • Bid tendering
  • Commercial growth acceleration
  • Commercial strategy development
  • Negotiation
  • Client retention strategy
  • Sales methodology

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
French
Elementary

Timeline

Executive leadership Education - Organizational Leadership

Hult International Business School
02.2024 - 06.2024

Global Commercial Director of Strategic Verticals

Aramex International
04.2020 - Current

Lead Program - Educational Leadership and Administration, General

American University of Beirut
02.2020 - 02.2020

Global Key Account Manager of Strategic Accounts

Aramex International
03.2015 - 04.2020

Key account manager

Aramex International
04.2014 - 02.2015

Key Account Operation/HSE Leader

Aramex International
10.2012 - 04.2014

Corporate business Improvement and Efficiency

Aramex International
11.2010 - 09.2011

Bachelor's degree - Industrial Engineering Management

University of Jordan
09.2005 - 09.2010

High School Diploma - GCE

Collège De La Salle - Frères Collège De La Salle
09.1993 - 09.2005
Firas Shnoudeh