Saman Pasha
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in business restructuring and turnaround strategies, demonstrating strong leadership and motivation skills. Proven track record of P and L accountability, driving organisational success through strategic initiatives. Committed to leveraging core competencies to achieve sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
CEO
Paktek GmbH
Dubai / Stuttgart, UAE / Germany
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Targeted operational inefficiencies to improve profit margins.
- Streamlined processes, achieved better resource allocation.
- Created vision for company direction, resulted in clear organisational objectives.
- Drove digital transformation efforts, established strong online presence for the firm.
- Oversaw financial operations to maintain fiscal health of the company.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to secure company's future growth.
Head of business operations
JS-Technics GmbH
Cologne, Germany
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Spearheaded business strategy development to elevate company profile.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
- Optimised supply chain management for streamlined operations.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of business operations.
- Managed large-scale projects, delivering on time and within budget constraints.
- Led change management initiatives; ensured smooth transitions with minimum disruption.
Business development manager
dII Food & Beverage Tech GmbH
Cologne, Germany
08.2008 - 12.2021
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing queries promptly and effectively.
- Handled crisis situations effectively, minimising impact on business operations.
- Drove revenue growth with innovative sales strategies.
- Assessed competitor activities for strategic positioning.
- Managed key accounts, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Developed strategic partnerships for sustained growth.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure best possible terms.
- Drew on understanding of key markets to push development of business strategies.
- Optimised sales methods to best engage, acquire and retain customers.
Personal assistant to the general manager
Chamber of Commerce Cologne
Cologne, Germany
02.2007 - 07.2008
- Managed petty cash transactions accurately, maintaining financial integrity at all times.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing correspondence and scheduling on behalf of the General Manager.
- Improved workplace organisation with proper file system maintenance.
- Handled telephone calls courteously which resulted in positive firm reputation.
Education
vocational baccalaureate in economics - Economics
Nell-Breuning-Berufskolleg
Frechen / Germany 08.2000 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Wiesbaden Business School
Wiesbaden / Germany 03.2003 - 08.2006
Master of Arts - International Management
Wiesbaden Business School
Wiesbaden / Germany 10.2006 - 03.2008
Chamber of Commerce Certificate - Exportmanagement
Sgd - School Germany
Germany 01.2014 - 05.2016
Skills
- Business restructuring
- Business turnaround strategies
- P and L accountability
- Leadership and motivation
Languages
German
Native
English
Advanced
Persian
Native
Timeline
CEO
Paktek GmbH
01.2023 - 12.2025
Head of business operations
JS-Technics GmbH
01.2022 - 12.2022
Chamber of Commerce Certificate - Exportmanagement
Sgd - School Germany
01.2014 - 05.2016
Business development manager
dII Food & Beverage Tech GmbH
08.2008 - 12.2021
Personal assistant to the general manager
Chamber of Commerce Cologne
02.2007 - 07.2008
Master of Arts - International Management
Wiesbaden Business School
10.2006 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Wiesbaden Business School
03.2003 - 08.2006
vocational baccalaureate in economics - Economics
Nell-Breuning-Berufskolleg
08.2000 - 05.2002