SAAD KHAMIS
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Dynamic marketing strategist with a strong proficiency in developing and executing marketing strategies to drive brand awareness and achieve business objectives. Skilled in data analysis, adept at identifying trends, assessing campaign performance, and making data-driven decisions. Experienced in project management, effectively planning shifts and resources while maintaining project budget control. Strong communication skills in Arabic, English, and French facilitate effective collaboration and client communication. Collaborative team player with expertise in digital marketing tools and platforms for online advertising and content promotion. Familiar with CRM systems to enhance customer relationships, alongside procurement strategy development and contract negotiation tools. Career goals include leveraging these skills to lead innovative marketing projects that align with business growth objectives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior procurement officer and government affairs
bank Ahli of Kuwait
dubai, UAE
2024.05 - Current
- Fostered strong relationships with key suppliers for mutual benefit.
- Oversaw tendering process, securing best value for money.
- Conducted market research to identify potential new suppliers.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for improved terms and conditions.
- Maintained high standards of ethical conduct in all procurement activities.
- Optimised supplier relationships through effective communication strategies.
•Managed 30+ suppliers and supported 10+ tenders annually.
•Achieved 8–12% cost optimization through supplier negotiations.
•Processed 100+ procurement requests per year in compliance with bank and government policies.
Operations manager
DP World
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2022.11 - 2024.04
- Served as key corporate representative, liaising with various stakeholders in support of operational excellence.
- Minimised discrepancies by effectively training employees on best practices, policies and procedures.
- Monitored and reviewed operational performance, aiding improved business strategy to maximise productivity.
Education
BACHELOR MARKETING OPÉRATIONNEL and BUSINESS - Marketing
E.F.H.C
PARIS, FranceDiploma of Higher Education - High school
Dubai Modern Education School
Dubai, United Arab Emiratesprofessional certifications - Ethraa program
EIF
UAE 05/2025 - 02/2026
Skills
- Marketing Strategy: Proficient in developing and executing marketing strategies to drive brand awareness and achieve business objectives
- Data Analysis: Skilled in analyzing data to identify trends, assess campaign performance, and make data-driven decisions
- Project Management: Experienced in managing and planning shifts and resources effectively
- Communication: Strong communication skills in Arabic, English, and French, enabling effective collaboration and client communication
- Teamwork: Collaborative team player, adept at working with diverse teams to achieve common goals
- Digital Marketing: Knowledgeable in digital marketing tools and platforms for online advertising and content promotion
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM): Familiar with CRM systems for maintaining and enhancing customer relationships
- Procurement strategy development
- Project budget control
- Project leadership
- Stakeholder management
- [Area of expertise] procurement
- Contract negotiation tools
LANGUAGES
Arabic Native
Native
English C2 Proficient
Fluent
French B2 Upper intermediate
Intermediate
Affiliations
- Football and fashion
Certification
- ITIL® 4 Foundation – Passed (95%)
- CAPM® – Certified
- CSM® – Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior procurement officer and government affairs
bank Ahli of Kuwait
2024.05 - Current
Operations manager
DP World
2022.11 - 2024.04
BACHELOR MARKETING OPÉRATIONNEL and BUSINESS - Marketing
E.F.H.C
Diploma of Higher Education - High school
Dubai Modern Education School
professional certifications - Ethraa program
EIF
05/2025 - 02/2026