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Laila KASSE

Laila KASSE

Contracts & Tenders Specialist & Commercial Support.
Dubai

Summary

Well-qualified, Skilled and experienced Contracts management specialist & Commercial Support, playing a crucial role in securing business through the tendering process and managing contracts. Formulating strategic contracts and agreements for key accounts and spearheading actionable plans to drive value. Successfully negotiating settlements, and prioritizes efficiently and meets tight deadlines. Possessing strengths in task prioritization and customer service, reviewing and managing Sales and Purchase Contracts. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.



Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Contracts & Tenders Specialist

John Crane Middle East FZE
11.2018 - Current
  • Negotiating & Reviewing Contracts Terms and Conditions and collaborate with the legal team to verify that they are in compliance with the company policies.
  • Adhered to legal and contractual requirements for compliant contract processes.
  • Managing Contracts development through all lifecycle stages (draft, revision, approval, filing, and distribution), ensuring that legal requirements are met, and internal processes are maintained.
  • Coordinating the Work with each involved department (Finance, Sales, Procurement…) to implement fulfillment of Contracts.
  • Negotiated and reviewed contracts to protect customer interests.
  • Created and maintained a database of all vendors/Clients Contracts to track upcoming renewals.
  • Prepared and issued reports on contract performance and compliance.
  • Drafting and reviewing terms for single purpose agreements/documents (NDA, Letters, Amendments...).

Commercial Support

John Crane Middle Est FZE.
11.2018 - Current
  • Provide administrative and logistical support to the sales team during the tendering process.
  • Assist with pricing strategies and cost calculations for bids.
  • Research market trends and competitor pricing to inform proposal development.
  • Prepare presentations and other sales collateral to support the tender application.
  • Maintain and update tender databases and records.


Customer Service Representative:

Hoerbiger
03.2015 - 09.2018
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
  • Handling customer’s inquiries/Projects concerning Overhauling reciprocating compressors & engines, from quotation to invoice (specialty of Africa & Francophone countries), through SAP NetWeaver Business Client/ CRM.
  • Follow up with the Clients during and after realization of the project.
  • Preparation and compilation of Tenders documents: Technical & Commercial Proposals
  • Coordinate with clients to guarantee terms of Tenders are fulfilled in compliance with the contract terms and regulations.
  • Review Tenders terms and conditions to verify that they are in compliance with company policies.

Customer Service Representative

DUBAI NATIONAL INSURANCE & REINSURANCE
06.2014 - 03.2015
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Sale insurance policies by utilizing strong communication and negotiation skills, offering offers to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
  • Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices and upcoming company changes.

Customer Portfolio Specialist

CETELEM BNP PARIBAS
12.2010 - 05.2014
  • Process Client’s financial situation, Processing of loan applications online (Classic loan, Revolving loan, Redemption loan... etc), and Negotiation of rates and proposals for best deals to counter competition.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between customers and legal department.

Graduation Project

CNIASAADA INSURANCE
09.2010 - 10.2010

Subject: Establishment of indicators to measure performance in a dashboard type SCORECARD
"From Case Collection Department."

Education

Master Management Degree - Master 2 Management Control And Information System

University Of Caen Lower Normandy
France
01.2008 - 08.2011

Higher Education Degree - 5th Year Management Finance At The Ecole Superieur

Ecole Superieur De Gestion (ESG)
Morocco
01.2008 - 12.2010

Bachelor's Degree - Economic And Management Science Degree.

Faculty Of Legal Science , Economic And Social.
Morocco
09.2004 - 08.2008

Skills

    Complaint resolution & Communication Skills

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Certification

Contracts Management And Administration Under Fidic

Timeline

Contracts Management And Administration Under Fidic

02-2022

Contracts & Tenders Specialist

John Crane Middle East FZE
11.2018 - Current

Commercial Support

John Crane Middle Est FZE.
11.2018 - Current

Customer Service Representative:

Hoerbiger
03.2015 - 09.2018

Customer Service Representative

DUBAI NATIONAL INSURANCE & REINSURANCE
06.2014 - 03.2015

Customer Portfolio Specialist

CETELEM BNP PARIBAS
12.2010 - 05.2014

Graduation Project

CNIASAADA INSURANCE
09.2010 - 10.2010

Master Management Degree - Master 2 Management Control And Information System

University Of Caen Lower Normandy
01.2008 - 08.2011

Higher Education Degree - 5th Year Management Finance At The Ecole Superieur

Ecole Superieur De Gestion (ESG)
01.2008 - 12.2010

Bachelor's Degree - Economic And Management Science Degree.

Faculty Of Legal Science , Economic And Social.
09.2004 - 08.2008
Laila KASSEContracts & Tenders Specialist & Commercial Support.