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Jihan Salahuddin

Jihan Salahuddin

Business Process Transformation Manager (Order to Cash)
Dubai

Summary

Accomplished Business Process Transformation Manager O2C with a track record of driving significant process improvements and operational efficiency at Nokia Solutions & Networks. Leveraging leadership skills and adaptability, successfully led cross-functional teams in complex SAP deployment projects, enhancing global supply chain operations. Demonstrated excellence in collaboration and attention to detail, achieving measurable results in project execution and customer satisfaction. Detailed Process Manager with over 20 years of experience in change management, process improvement and efficiency within Telecommunications. Innovated new processes and positive impacted profit margins, efficiency and quality. Outgoing personality proven to win over stakeholders and successfully promote new methodologies.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications

Work History

NgCore OO Business Process Manager-Commerce Cloud

Nokia Solutions & Networks
8 2022 - Current
  • Project planning, definition of delivery items/milestones, identification of risks, dependencies, plan for mitigation
  • Manage delivery item owners to ensure agreed schedules are met Project status presentation on respective governance meetings
  • BG stakeholder/Process owner and delegate list maintenance Organize periodic review of roadmap Status and facilitation/ communication of changes to it
  • Understand the overall business process flow (BPD) and support mapping with use cases
  • Documenting/Maintaining RACI of actors/supervisors/exception investigation groups for the system process flow (BPD) based on output from Process owners and Process owner delegates
  • Support in defining User Role definitions §Support and understand bottleneck of UAT and support e2e solution
  • Collect and map user business behavioral patterns to UX for single, batch processing contributing to design with expectations collected from operations
  • Take part in Business testing of User Acceptance criteria during sprint/release
  • Maintenance of Inventory and change history of KDDs, BPDs and future SOPs owned by Process Leads, Process Owners and Process Owner delegates
  • Evaluated impact of process change on overall operation and determined return on investment.
  • Promoted change through positive promotion, benefits demonstration and interactive approach.
  • Conducted focus groups, surveys and feedback sessions to gather input from stakeholders.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Increased efficiency by developing and implementing standardized operating procedures across departments.

Business Process Deployment Manager

Nokia Solutions & Networks, UAE
01.2014 - 07.2022

In this role, I have been part of the Business Transformation & Optimization team in Asia, Middle East, and Africa. Main tasks and roles of this team are targeted in the areas of Performance Management, Deployment, Competence Management and Quality within Supply Chain Stream. In addition to these tasks I am handling the "Transformation/Project Manager" role for global & MEA projects in tools deployment, and out sourcing activities. As well running green belt quality projects and MEA process improvements initiations within Supply Chain stream

  • Process Improvement Projects (Identify & analyze process gaps/work with stakeholders on how to close the gaps/preventive actions to ensure the gaps are closed permanently/ Best Practice Sharing & Lessons Learnt/Idea Management)
  • e2e Mode of Operation implementation
  • Improve delivery performance, and cost and asset efficiency
  • Deployment, enhancement and integration of global order management business processes and workflows
  • Enable and establish the local logistic competence for managing customer projects
  • Execute specific training plans and competence development enhancements
  • Develops KPI’s describing process adherence, process quality, effort, saving
  • Evaluating Customer Survey Results on Delivery Performance & Proposing Action Plans
    Work in tandem with Competence Development team on Lean Six Sigma Certifications
  • Analysis of recurring quality issues and corrective / preventive actions (8D reports)
  • E2E Supply Chain process knowledge (Quote to Cash)
    Experience in conducting E2E Process Audits
  • Experience is Automation Projects
  • Responsible for Change management activities for Supply Chain Transformation in Next Gen ERP program
  • Evaluated emerging trends in deployment management techniques, proactively adapting team strategies to stay ahead of the curve and maintain a competitive advantage in an ever-evolving industry landscape.

Business Process & Tools Concept Manager 

Nokia Solutions & Networks, UAE
01.2009 - 12.2013

Management, in complex projects, of the introduction/implementation of SAP/R3 and the consequent integration and revision of the logistic and company processes, working across regions, within the global cross-functional team. Coordinate the SAP deployment project team, in the assigned country, with the objective to timely implement the new operations processes accordingly with the Accelerated SAP methodology.


Logistics Coordinator/SAP Key User 

Nokia Solutions & Networks, UAE
03.2006 - 12.2008
  • Mainly responsible for Providing logistics & Operation expertise to assigned projects to ensure that the products/results can be delivered in the most cost-efficient way and demand/supply network requirements are fulfilled. Responsible to coordinate the logistic activities in and for Customer Teams having different business designs. Implemented software solutions to streamline logistics processes, improving overall productivity and efficiency.

Logistics Customer Service Executive 

DHL Worldwide Express Logistics Center, Dubai
03.2004 - 03.2006
  • The scope of the job encompasses the entire day-to-day management of all key customer accounts. Responsible for ensuring that all customers are kept up to date with all queries, order processing information, delivery details and overall running picture of their account at any point in time during a normal working day. Drove process improvements aimed at increasing operational efficiency and reducing wait times for customers.

Education

MBA - Supply Chain Management

Aalto University Professional Development - Supply Chain Management 
Finland
09.2018 - 05.2020

B.Com - Business Administration And Management

Bachelor’s in Commerce With Computers (Chinmaya Vidyapeeth, India)
India
06.2000 - 05.2003

Skills

    Leadership : Proven ability to develop and build a team with proactive and enthusiastic approach Self-motivated individual capable of taking ownership and working independentlyAbility to manage subordinates efficientlyPositive attitude towards work & within working environment 

    Adaptability & Time Management : Commitment to work on own initiative and as a part of a team, adapting quickly and efficiently to different tasks and tolerance for stress in a fast-paced working environment

    Interpersonal Skills : Hard working, efficiently proficient Deal effectively with conflicts and able to handle work stress Reliable work ethic & Adheres to policies and procedures Possesses good relationship building and interpersonal skills & excellent team player Excellent planning and organizing skills

    Collaboration : Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders for successful project execution

    Attention to Detail : Meticulous attention to detail in analyzing processes and ensuring accuracy in deployment

Key Skills

  • Process Optimization: Expertise in refining processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting: Proficient in analyzing data and generating insightful reports.
  • Stakeholder Management: Skilled in managing and collaborating with stakeholders.
  • Change Impact Analysis & Trainings: Experienced in assessing change impacts and conducting training sessions.
  • Compliance & Risk Management: Knowledgeable in ensuring compliance and managing risks.
  • Global Logistics & Supply Chain Model Execution: Competent in executing global logistics and supply chain models.
  • Order to Cash Process: Proficient in managing the entire order to cash process, including pre-sales.
  • Logistics Operations Management: Experienced in managing logistics operations, including imports, exports, 3PL operations, shipping, and clearance.
  • Warehouse Operations & Last Mile Logistics Management: Skilled in overseeing warehouse operations and last-mile logistics.
  • Supply Chain Management Process Improvement: Expertise in improving supply chain management processes.
  • Project Management: Experienced in designing and testing order to cash processes.
  • Revenue Generation & Cost Saving Initiatives: Supported Lean Six Sigma Green Belt projects to drive revenue generation and cost-saving initiatives.


Software

Windows Office Package (Excel - Word - PowerPoint – Outlook -Teams - Visio), Signavio

Familiarity with ERP systems and their integration with Commerce Cloud

Knowledge of data analysis tools for performance assessment (PowerBI)

Certification

Certified Lean Six Sigma Purple Belt - full-time improvement coaches

Timeline

MBA - Supply Chain Management

Aalto University Professional Development - Supply Chain Management 
09.2018 - 05.2020

Business Process Deployment Manager

Nokia Solutions & Networks, UAE
01.2014 - 07.2022

Business Process & Tools Concept Manager 

Nokia Solutions & Networks, UAE
01.2009 - 12.2013

Logistics Coordinator/SAP Key User 

Nokia Solutions & Networks, UAE
03.2006 - 12.2008

Logistics Customer Service Executive 

DHL Worldwide Express Logistics Center, Dubai
03.2004 - 03.2006

B.Com - Business Administration And Management

Bachelor’s in Commerce With Computers (Chinmaya Vidyapeeth, India)
06.2000 - 05.2003

NgCore OO Business Process Manager-Commerce Cloud

Nokia Solutions & Networks
8 2022 - Current
Jihan SalahuddinBusiness Process Transformation Manager (Order to Cash)