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Hind Mahil

Hind Mahil

Dubai,UAE

Summary

Versatile and multi-faceted professional with an integrated set of competencies in managing products, projects, business development, and HR functions across different geographical locations. With 15 years of experience, I have been a successful innovative leader with a track record of driving business growth and managing product portfolios. I have excelled in identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities within the technology, security, and Facility Management sectors. My expertise lies in building strategic relationships, managing cross-functional teams, and leading complex projects to achieve high-level customer satisfaction and market expansion.

I have a particular focus on autonomous security and resilience solutions within FM Smart AI and ML solutions and have a proven history of supervising, planning, and managing multifaceted projects in product portfolio management. Additionally, I have been successful in growing customer bases across target markets through strategic business development plans, with a remarkable record of winning multiple deals across various domains such as Facility Management, Construction, Real Estate Development, ICT, Engineering, and Oil & Gas.

As a Director of Business Development and Product Portfolio, I have insightful expertise in product management, including design thinking, customer segmentation, product positioning, pricing, and sales. I have also excelled in providing extensive support with a key focus on product/service promotion, business, and sales roadmaps, and developing new business opportunities for the company, resulting in revenue growth of more than 100%.

I have also overseen client-relationship management and sales within preset budgets and deadlines, formulated operating budgets to ensure optimum utilization of available funds, and ensured client relationship management.

My insightful expertise in program management includes directing all phases encompassing planning, defining scope, setting timelines, monitoring, inter-discipline coordination, resource planning & documentation, budgeting, vendor management & execution. This has led to the successful implementation of product roadmaps, operating budgets, and optimum client relationship management.

I have successfully led key business initiatives and strategies to meet changing customer needs/expectations, thereby resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction, increased market share, sales volume, and added bottom line. I have been an agent of change with proven capabilities in engaging with clients, stakeholders, and top management for evolving strategic vision, driving change, building product/services roadmap, and implementing emerging technologies for long-term enterprise system performance and productivity.

In my role as an analytical, dedicated, and versatile HR leader, I have enthusiastically met deadlines while building high-performing multicultural teams that excel in delivering business value with high morale and low attrition. I have led, trained, and monitored the performance of team members to maintain excellence in operations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Business Development and Product Portfolio

Etisalat Service Holding Company
Dubai , UAE
2019.03 - 2024.02
  • Trend Analysis and Business Development: Identified market trends and client needs, developing new business opportunities that aligned with emerging demands in autonomous systems, smart homes, energy management, space management, and waste management systems utilizing AI and machine learning technologies.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Assisted customers in forming third-party partnerships, facilitating new opportunities that enhanced service offerings and market reach.
  • Business Planning and Budgeting: Prepared comprehensive business plans and budget proposals, effectively presenting them to management and clients, driving strategic decision-making.
  • Training and Development: Organized training programs to address skill gaps within organization, ensuring smooth execution stages in collaboration with management and clients.
  • Sales and Business Strategy: Maintained effective sales strategies, business plans, and PR strategies, achieving 100% of set targets for 2023.
  • Bid Process Management: Oversaw and managed bid process, securing tenders and winning five mega projects through strategic pricing and service cost optimization.
  • Innovation and Product Development: Provided crucial inputs in innovation, design thinking, and product development by assessing desirability, viability, and feasibility of products. Owned end-to-end process from ideation to go-to-market planning and P&L accountability.
  • Performance Tracking: Tracked and analyzed product-level KPIs and assessed portfolio progress against business-level KPIs, such as customer acquisition and profit margins.
  • Product Launches: Prepared and organized major product launches through specialized events, ensuring market awareness and successful product introductions.
  • Decision-Making and Problem-Solving: Overcame complex business challenges by making high-stakes decisions based on experience-backed judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity.
  • Operational Supervision: Supervised all operations, including technical inputs for innovative ideas, identifying bottlenecks, and advising on process improvements.
  • Sales Strategy and Leadership: Conceptualized and implemented competitive sales strategies, leading sales teams to achieve goals. Developed and revamped processes to create an effective sales organization.
  • Customer Feedback and Product Improvement: Monitored product performance and gathered customer feedback to institute product improvements. Conducted periodic reviews of current product portfolio to identify potential enhancements.
  • Global Engagement: Created global engagement and incremental business models by designing, implementing, and managing strategic joint go-to-market programs with leading organizations.
  • Account Management: Established and maintained large volume, high-profit accounts, ensuring top and bottom-line profitability.
  • Market Research and Client Engagement: Conducted thorough market research to understand trends and customer needs, tailoring presentations and proposals to drive client engagement and satisfaction.
  • Industry Representation: Represented company at industry events and conferences, promoting products and services and enhancing company’s market presence.
  • Daily Operations Management: Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators, and employee performance. Led negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing terms.
  • Policy Implementation: Implemented company policies and legal guidelines, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

Manager, Business Development

At World
Dubai
2018.02 - 2018.12
  • Devised and implemented strategic business development plan, leading to significant cost reductions and improved market positioning
  • Conducted rigorous market research and competitive analysis to support strategic decision-making
  • Negotiated terms with suppliers and partners, reducing costs and enhancing long-term agreements
  • Led cross-functional teams to drive deal conversions and build global presence.
  • Devised Business Development Strategic Plan for 2018 – 2019 and obtained Top Management approvals and support.
  • Participated in Organizational Business Planning Initiative 2018 – 2019.
  • Performed rigorous market research, customer trends, and competition analysis to underpin implementation program involving entire division and internal stockholders.
  • Negotiated and obtained best prices, payment terms long term agreements covering development portfolio for coming years; reduced cost by 12%.
  • Established: Strong communication with Human Capital & Talent Acquisition Department to include plan into Performance
  • Review System of Direct communication channel with international suppliers.
  • Opportunity Review Committee and succeeded in campaign to get buy in from key stakeholder.
  • Scrutinised all opportunities by ORC reduced cost of deal structuring by 42%.
  • Establish Strategy for developing business, augmenting revenue/ re-structuring processes in line with defined policy of company.
  • Setting up business development methodology with unique business engagement model and creating excellent value propositions with repeatable, reusable/ scalable models.
  • Driving deal conversions for short-term, mid-term/long-term goals with major focus on deals; collaborating with sales organization and global executives to clearly articulate winning solutions.
  • Building global team, developing competency/ mentoring team members to ensure efficiency in process operations

HR Manager & Business Development Roles

Various Companies
UAE & Sudan
2010.01 - 2018.01
  • Managed business development and HR functions across multiple sectors, including ICT, engineering, and oil & gas
  • Established strong communication channels with stakeholders, leading to successful project completions and client retention.

Education

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering Industrial Control and Microprocessor

Sudan University For Science And Technology
Khartoum
2013

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Control system

Sudan University For Science And Technology
Khartoum
09.2009

PMP Courses - Engineering

SudaCad
03.2012

Art of Management - Business

Swiss E-learning Institute
Switzerland
11.2013

LAMP - Large Account Management Process - Business Management

Korn Ferry
UAE
02.2023

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Autonomous Systems (Drones & UGVs)
  • Security & Resilience Technologies
  • Market Analysis & Trend Identification
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Strategic Partnership Development
  • Sales Strategy & Execution
  • P&L Management
  • Bid Process Management
  • Product Launch & Promotion
  • Project and Project Management
  • Delivery Excellence
  • Direction, Vision, Oversight, and Leadership
  • Cost, Finance, and Budget Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Team Management and Leadership

Timeline

Director of Business Development and Product Portfolio

Etisalat Service Holding Company
2019.03 - 2024.02

Manager, Business Development

At World
2018.02 - 2018.12

HR Manager & Business Development Roles

Various Companies
2010.01 - 2018.01

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering Industrial Control and Microprocessor

Sudan University For Science And Technology

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Control system

Sudan University For Science And Technology

PMP Courses - Engineering

SudaCad

Art of Management - Business

Swiss E-learning Institute

LAMP - Large Account Management Process - Business Management

Korn Ferry

Accomplishments

    Amplified Revenue Growth:

    Led strategic initiatives that resulted in over 100% revenue growth, significantly enhancing the company's financial performance.
    Bid Process Management:

    Successfully managed the bid process for major projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company objectives, leading to high success rates in securing contracts.
    Client Relationship Excellence:

    Recognized for exceptional client relationship management and customer satisfaction, consistently achieving high client retention and loyalty.
    Energy Management Innovation:

    Launched three innovative products for energy management, achieving a 50% reduction in energy consumption for diesel generators used in telecommunication towers.
    AI and ML Footfall System:

    Introduced an AI and ML-powered footfall system that optimized manpower and consumables for cleaning services, and improved general maintenance and energy consumption in large footfall areas such as airports, museums, shopping centers, and large office complexes.
    Partnerships for Technological Advancements:

    Successfully partnered with leading technology companies to launch FM building connectors for large-scale energy monitoring and maintenance, optimizing workforce efficiency, energy bills, and maintenance across geographically dispersed buildings.
    Award-Winning Client-Centric Focus:

    Won the "Most Client-Centric FM Company in UAE" award for 2023, highlighting outstanding dedication to customer service and satisfaction.
    Excellence in Audit Performance:

    Achieved the "Best External Auditee" award for 2023, demonstrating exceptional adherence to industry standards and audit requirements.

Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

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