WESAM AL YOUNES
Summary
Professional with substantial experience in training and development, adept at fostering team collaboration and driving results. Skilled in creating and delivering impactful training programs, enhancing employee performance, and adapting to changing needs. Known for strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities, ensuring consistent and reliable outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Training Manager
Mohamad Hilal Group
05.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Specializing in luxury beauty, perfumes, and cosmetics brands (Hind Al Oud, Anfasic Dokhoon, Khaltat, etc.)
- Developed and executed training programs that increased sales conversion rates by 20% and enhanced brand expertise
- Led onboarding and continuous development programs, reducing new hire ramp-up time by 35%
- Managed training budgets and resources, cutting costs by 25% while improving training accessibility
- Specializing in luxury beauty, perfumes, and cosmetics brands (Hind Al Oud, Anfasic Dokhoon, Khaltat, etc.)
- Increased overall workplace efficiency through the implementation of effective training strategies.
Learning & Development Manager
Kamal Osman Jamjoom Group
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Oversaw L&D for multiple brands, including Mikyajy, Nayomi, and The Body Shop
- Built and scaled the L&D department, training 3,500+ employees across the Middle East
- Designed structured training programs, reducing skill gaps by 40% and improving succession planning
- Optimized training budgets, achieving 30% cost savings through digital learning solutions
- Oversaw L&D for multiple brands, including Mikyajy, Nayomi, and The Body Shop
COTY EMEA Training Manager (Luxury Brands)
COTY Middle East
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Company Overview: Managed training for brands like Gucci, Burberry, Tiffany & Co., and more
- Led regional training initiatives, improving sales effectiveness by 25%
- Developed bilingual training modules, increasing engagement and knowledge retention by 50%
- Partnered with sales and marketing teams to align training with business objectives
- Managed training for brands like Gucci, Burberry, Tiffany & Co. Bottega Veneta, and more
Regional Training Manager
Estée Lauder Companies
04.2011 - 08.2017
- Company Overview: Handled training for Estée Lauder & Tom Ford across the Middle East & India
- Designed and executed product training that increased brand awareness and boosted sales by 35%
- Trained and mentored field trainers, enhancing training efficiency and impact
- Led large-scale training events, educating 1,500+ beauty advisors across multiple regions
- Handled training for Estée Lauder & Tom Ford across the Middle East & India
Trainer
Yves Saint Laurent Beauty
07.2008 - 04.2011
- Delivered training across UAE and Bahrain, improving makeup artistry and sales proficiency
- Conducted coaching sessions, increasing customer satisfaction scores by 30%
- Developed in-store training strategies, enhancing brand positioning and customer experience
Education
Certified Specialist - Topography Engineering (Building & Design)
Teshreen University
Skills
- L&D Strategy & Execution
- TTT (Train the Trainer)
- Retail & Luxury Training
- Performance Optimization
- Training Needs Analysis (TNA)
- Training evaluation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Training program development
- Technical training
- Learning management systems
Additional Information
UAE & KSA Driving Licenses, Self-Employed Visa Status, References Available Upon Request
Languages
Fluent in Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Fluent in English
Advanced (C1)
Achievements Summary
- Transformed L&D Impact, Led training programs that improved sales performance by 30% and cut onboarding time by 40%.
- Optimized Training ROI, Reduced learning costs by 35%, while increasing employee engagement and skill retention.
- Regional Training Leadership, Designed and delivered training for 5,000+ employees across multiple brands and regions.
- Performance-Driven Training, Aligned L&D strategies with corporate objectives, boosting KPIs and employee productivity by 25%.
Timeline
Regional Training Manager
Mohamad Hilal Group
05.2023 - Current
Learning & Development Manager
Kamal Osman Jamjoom Group
07.2019 - 06.2022
COTY EMEA Training Manager (Luxury Brands)
COTY Middle East
09.2017 - 07.2019
Regional Training Manager
Estée Lauder Companies
04.2011 - 08.2017
Trainer
Yves Saint Laurent Beauty
07.2008 - 04.2011
Certified Specialist - Topography Engineering (Building & Design)
Teshreen University
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