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Mohamed Arif Shaikh

Mohamed Arif Shaikh

Sharjah,UAE

Summary

Business Development & Growth Manager with experience in B2B sales, restaurant partnerships, and merchant growth within the UAE food-tech industry. Skilled in driving revenue growth, managing key accounts, and building strategic partnerships through data-driven commercial strategies.

Overview

3
3
Languages
7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Business Development & Growth Manager

KEETA (MEITUAN)
Sharjah, UAE
2025.09 - Current

Keeta is the international food delivery platform of Meituan, the world's
largest food delivery platform by order volume, connecting restaurants
with millions of consumers through technology-driven delivery solutions.

  • Onboarded 130+ restaurant partners within the first three months while simultaneously managing an existing merchant portfolio, ensuring seamless activation, operational readiness, and partner success.
  • Led end-to-end onboarding for new-to-delivery restaurants, covering menu engineering, pricing strategy, product positioning, operational readiness, and launch planning to accelerate time-to-market and maximise early sales performance.
  • Developed and executed merchant growth strategies through seasonal campaigns, Ramadan promotions, weekend offers, combo deals, and discount bundles, driving higher order volumes, customer acquisition, and repeat business.
  • Acquired and scaled high-potential restaurant brands, including Suni's Kitchen, Kabab Bombay Chain, Garden of Spice, Celebration Bakery and Amo Abu Aljoud Restaurant, converting initially hesitant merchants through data-driven commercial pitches and strategic partnership development, ultimately surpassing competitor order volumes.
  • Built and maintained long-term relationships with restaurant owners, providing ongoing commercial consultation, business reviews, and actionable growth recommendations that contributed to 25% month-over-month portfolio growth.
  • Keeta is the international food delivery platform of Meituan, the world'slargest food delivery platform by order volume, connecting restaurantswith millions of consumers through technology-driven delivery solutions.

Business Development Manager

Vistar FZCO
Dubai
2024.07 - 2026.09
  • Managed the full SaaS sales process from lead generation to demo, negotiation, and closing.
  • Managed a pipeline of 30–50 active sales opportunities.
  • Achieved 100–120% of annual sales targets for three consecutive quarters.
  • Generated $300K–$500K in new Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) through B2B SaaS sales.
  • Sold SaaS solutions to mid-market and enterprise clients in retail, manufacturing, and oil & gas.
  • Used LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, Lusha, and Apollo for lead generation and prospecting.
  • Increased demo conversion by 20% through effective prospecting and follow-ups.
  • Generated leads through cold calling, referrals, and networking.
  • Sold SaaS solutions including Asana, ClearTax, Freshworks, and Lark.
  • Used HubSpot to manage the sales pipeline, track performance, and prepare weekly sales forecasts.

Sales Consultant

Travelex Emirates Exchange LLC
Dubai
2021.08 - 2024.06
  • Expert in cash management with a track record of zero discrepancies, excelling in upselling and cross-selling Travelex products to meet individual KPIs.
  • Proficient in KYC compliance (CID, CDD, EDD) aligned with Central Bank of UAE regulations, ensuring adherence in all transactions.
  • Vigilant in An-Money Laundering enforcement, promptly escalating suspicious transactions and upholding Central Bank of UAE compliance across functions.
  • Skilled in training new hires on Compliance, Operations, AML protocols, and cash handling best practices
  • Committed to strict adherence to company policies, including audit, risk management, health & safety, security, and compliance standards.

Customer Service Representative

Sharjah Aviation Services
Sharjah
2019.04 - 2021.07
  • Conducted passenger checkin procedures using SITA and ALTEA systems with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Assisted with checkin formalities, immigration clearance, and boarding processes.
  • Greeted and guided passengers at both departure and arrival areas, ensuring a smooth and welcoming travel experience.
  • Provided dedicated assistance to wheelchair passengers and Meet & Assist clients, ensuring comfort and timely support.
  • Informed passengers about airport facilities, services, and travel procedures.
  • Directed and advised passengers regarding visa checks and visa change requirements.
  • Offered consistent support and guidance to passengers, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational flow.

Education

Master's (MBA) - Digital Marketing Media

Eastern Institute For Integrated Learning In Management University
Mumbai

High school - Commerce

Our Own English High School
Fujeirah

Skills

  • Food Tech
  • B2B Sales
  • Business Development
  • Lead Generation
  • Account Management
  • Market Analysis
  • Renewals & Expansion
  • Team Collaboration & Leadership
  • CRM Management
  • Strategic Planning

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hindi
Fluent
English
Fluent
Tamil
Advanced

Awards

Awards : Awarded for Exceptional Performance in 2023 - 2024

Timeline

Business Development & Growth Manager

KEETA (MEITUAN)
2025.09 - Current

Business Development Manager

Vistar FZCO
2024.07 - 2026.09

Sales Consultant

Travelex Emirates Exchange LLC
2021.08 - 2024.06

Customer Service Representative

Sharjah Aviation Services
2019.04 - 2021.07

High school - Commerce

Our Own English High School

Master's (MBA) - Digital Marketing Media

Eastern Institute For Integrated Learning In Management University
Mohamed Arif Shaikh