Experience

ALI BIN ALI

• Qatar
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Business Executive

  • Aug 2023 - Present

  • Conduct market research to identify potential clients and business opportunities. • Provide product knowledge and technical support to clients, production team and the estimation team ensuring well-informed purchasing and printing decisions are made. • Prepare and delivere persuasive sales quotations and proposals using the Oracle ERP system. • Maintaine accurate records of customer interactions and sales activities. • Collaborate closely with the marketing and product development teams to stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities and customer feedback for product enhancements. • Establish contact and developed relationships with clients while recommending printing and packaging solutions. Show less



FIFA

• Spectator Sports
• 700 & Above Employee

• Operations Assistant Volunteer

  • Nov 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Continuous monitoring of the area assigned and inform the Team Leader of any incidents or potential hazards/incidents. Areas assigned : Live Areas, Media Centers, Radio Distribution, Logistics Support, Runners and On-Site Operations assistance. • Functional Areas support ; Responsible for monitoring all areas regarding Security, F&B relevant operations etc, and report/escalate and assist to resolve relevant issues as instructed. • Provided other Volunteer Support as and when required. Show less



Mowasalat Qatar

• Qatar
• Shuttles and Special Needs Transportation Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Supervisor

  • Nov 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Ensure that taxis are clean and well maintained, drivers are properly licensed and insured, fares are set appropriately and taxi drivers follow company regulations. • Maintain accurate records of business activities and ensures compliance with all legal and company regulations. • Supervise and manage drivers to keep them informed on the routes, schedules, locations, timings and road conditions. • Identify any vehicle accidents, breakdowns and running issues, escalate to depot management and allocate replacements accordingly. • Guide and direct visitors / tourists to their destinations accordingly. Show less



Render

• Qatar
• Printing Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Procurement and Sales Coordinator

  • Apr 2022 - Nov 2022

  • Prepare and process purchase orders, compare costs and evaluate the quality and suitability of supplies and materials whilst facilitating daily procurement requirements. • Responsible for procurement strategizing and negotiating with suppliers and vendors to acquire the most cost-effective deals and reduce procurement expenses. • Develop requests for quotations and confers with vendors concerning new and innovative products, damaged goods, delays or related information. • Maintain open lines of communication between manufacturers, vendors, and production personnel to expedite product orders, distribution and problem resolutions. • Establishing contact and developing relationships with clients and recommending printing and packaging solutions. • Identify product improvements and new products by industry trends and market activities. • Maintain customer accounts; follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction. • Calculate the cost of products and generate quotations. Show less



Nissico Pvt Ltd

• Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

• Operations Manager

  • Jul 2016 - Feb 2022

  • Managed all print production projects including packaging products, labels, cartons, brochures, newsletters and posters; and oversaw publications inventory and archiving process. • Review daily production schedule determining methods of cost optimization, revenue increase and improving overall performance. • Responsible for the final proofreading and editing of all printed materials. • Grew qualified vendor pool from a few local companies to nationwide vendors which brought new capabilities as well as created more competitive bidding saving the company money. • Managed multiple printing projects simultaneously ensuring quality standards are met and monitored costs and continually strived to identify cost saving opportunities throughout the entire printing process. • Working knowledge of all printers and finishing machines including sheet fed presses, web presses, large format digital printers, CNC machines, die cutting, laminating, foiling and pasting machines. Supervise employees, ensuring consistency across policies, procedures and operating standards. • Communicate with clients to prepare specifications for items and services as required. • Manage manufacturing equipment through maintenance of existing equipment, establishing new equipment requirements and installation of new equipment. • Prioritize, schedule and delegate work assignments and guide the Pre-Press, Press, Post Press, dispatching and Maintenance functions to ensure maximum productivity. • Monitor safety arrangements of staff working on machineries to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. • Manpower planning for operation management. • Ensure planning and execution relating to office/factory/store relocations and negotiate leasing arrangements. Show less



Fine Prints

• Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

• Business Development Executive

  • Jan 2010 - Jun 2016

  • Generate new business by direct approach and collaboration with the marketing department and deliver pitches to potential new clients. • Maintain meaningful relationships with existing clients to ensure that they are retained. • Review clients’ feedback and implement necessary changes. • Coordinate with company staff to accomplish the work required to close sales. • Craft upgrades in products and services that are of interest to clients. • Remain in tune with trends in printing, packaging and costing to ensure that our offering remains relevant. • Attend networking activities to research and connect with prospective clients. • Maintain an up-to-date customer and vendor database. • Cash collection and maintaining petty cash float. Show less



Sri Lanka Cricket

• Spectator Sports
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Media Manager

  • 2012 - 2012

  • Overlook and manage all internal and external communications relating to the event. • Gather and disseminate timely information to press and staff. • Manage Online Platforms for score updates including announcing the playing XI to the media. • Manage volunteers (between 150 to 175) and assure that assigned tasks are completed effectively and on a timely manner. • Develop relationships with national and regional press contacts to ensure the Sri Lanka Cricket reputation is promoted. • Manage all aspects of Pre and Post Match Press Conferences and Events. • Detect public relations issues as they emerge and address them accordingly. • Seat Allocations for Official Print Media Journalists, Commentators, Official Still Photographers and Radio Channel Personals. Show less