General management / Operation Manager
Resume:
Babak Mehryar
**** **** ***** *****, ********, CA 94506
************@*****.***
General Management & Operations Executive
Deputy General Manager with extensive experience in management of manufacturing and commercial operations including domestic and international purchasing, sales, production, accounting & finance and human resources. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and execution with proven ability to establish and grow solid relationship with clients, vendors, suppliers, strategic partners and employees, complemented by substantial experience in developing multinational business relationships.
Experiences:
Deputy General Manager Operation Manager November 2014 – May 2018 Nadiya Dates & Al Mealim Sweets – Dubai
Nadiya & Al Mealim, are the leading regional food manufacturing and distribution companies, supplying delicious and finest date products and Arabic sweets to top luxury hotels, retail outlets and corporations regionally and internationally with a strong commitment to supply natural, nutritious and healthy food items.
• In general compliance with The Corporate vision and objectives, assisted with preparation of companies’ long and short-term business plans based on and after completion of extensive SWOT analysis and SMART setting.
• Developed annual budget covering all aspects of the operation including but not limited to finance, human resources, procurement, production and sales.
• Developed, implemented and updated all companies’ policies and procedures encompassing all business activities.
• Communicated business plans and expectations from each department and helped them achieve their goals.
• Monitor the execution of business plans and the achievements in a progress versus planned format. Analyzed the causes and remedies of possible shortcomings with the concerned department.
• Developed a comprehensive Human resources program including staff planning, recruitment and training and performance evaluation.
• Applied different methodologies in product development in meeting the market demand.
• Developed an extensive packaging development and procurement plan to complement and add value to the product and its successful presentation.
• Established, developed and implemented a comprehensive procurement program for raw material, machinery and packaging. In addition to achieving close communication between the sales and production department, I successfully designed and executed vendor selection and procurement policies based on a competitive process.
• In compliance with the corporate general policies, developed comprehensive reporting policies and procedures covering all aspects of the business performance. Purchasing Manager September 2009 – November 2014
Nadiya Dates & Al Mealim Sweets- Dubai
Planned and managed procurement of raw materials and packaging for both companies ensuring appropriate quality, quantity and timely delivery with the best competitive price and meeting the required production and delivery schedules to the clients. Recruited, trained and managed the staff of II
the department with the objective of formulating new procurement strategies, looking for new vendors and suppliers from all around the world and achieving maximum cost savings based on prices and the efficiency with the production schedules and market demand.
• Studied, reviewed and kept abreast of all the new developments in the market place and travelled extensively around the world including Europe, Far East and the Indian subcontinent.
• Developed procurement policies with the objective of achieving the most cost-effective program and establishing the desired control over required individual steps and actions.
• Preparation of periodic forecast of material & Supplies and negotiation and conclusion of contracts.
• Participated and Provided input to sales, marketing and production departments on how best to design and develop new products based on expected cost of procuring the raw material and packaging products.
• Reviewed and approved orders based on the business plans.
• Ensured full compliance with the terms of proposed purchases including review and approval of vendor invoices and prompt settlement of the accounts.
• Monitored the progress of all orders, their shipment and delivery to the production facilities.
• Continuously monitored the performance of the procurement team members in achieving their objective and providing training to meet the new challenges. Manager -Administration & Government Liaison. July 2007 – September 2009 OZCO -Dubai
Oversaw the administrative operations of the business. Managed human resources including recruitment, training and performance evaluations. Additionally, managed the day-to-day operations of the office., ordering supplies, scheduling maintenance of the office’s equipment and computers, maintaining meetings schedules and writing or reviewing contracts, developed and implemented administrative procedures to streamline processes. Coordinated all Government related activities and developing strong liaison with different departments and authorities.
* - Manager – Human Resources & Administration. February 2004– June 2007
** - Regional Sales Officer December 2001-February 2004
*** - Commercial Officer October 1999 - December 2001
- Accountant August 1996 – October 1999
Gulf Denim -Dubai
GDL is a state of the art Denim manufacturing plant in Jebel Ali Free Industrial Zone in Dubai and with over 180 employees commands a significant and Respectable local and export market share.
* - Implemented best practices in human resources, managing the recruitment, training, payroll administration, periodic performance management, Regulatory compliance, managing Public and Government Relations, office administration and supporting corporate initiatives while implementing the company policies and procedures,
- Periodically reviewing and revising the organization chart and job descriptions.
- Managing and resolving administrative or personnel related issues.
- Managing all employee files to have a standard archive for all employees’ records.
- Managing the employees’ medical insurance policies and services and follow up with the service providers to assure high quality services to the employees.
- Develop and manage team building activities and companywide events
- Manage performance review programs.
- Ensure all operating expenses are approved according to company policy and procedures.
- Establish and manage liaison with different local government agencies, consultants and vendors. III
** - Planned and managed customer prospecting and sales for the UAE and the Persian Gulf region so as to meet and exceed sales revenue and profitability.
- Implement regional expansion plans.
- Manage product pricing, margins and discounts according to authorized levels.
- Proactively plan and communicate with other departments particularly Warehouse, Purchasing and Production to facilitate forward planning and cost minimization
- Plan and carry out local marketing activities.
- Respond to and follow sales enquiries using appropriate methods
- Coordinate with Production and Finance in order to ensure that all departments have the necessary information for the timely and cost-effective fulfilment of orders and subsequent payment collection
- Monitor and report on market and competitor activities and provide relevant updates to senior management.
*** - Responsible for preparation of Import & export Pre-& Post Shipment Documents most importantly Letters of Credit in coordination with the company’s banks and clients / suppliers’ bankers and with shipping companies / clearing agents for smooth shipment and payments process
- Follow up and record keeping of all L/Cs performance. Look after the issues in relation with L/Cs for import and export and liaising with the concerned department like /Customs/Shipping Agent / Incoterms /Bank etc.
- Prepare all required reports and statements per company’s policies and procedure
- As a member of Accounts and Finance Department I worked in different parts of the department including Bank & Cash Management, Import & Export Documentation & Processing, Payroll, Inventory Control as well as reconciliation of accounts, preparation of trial balances, balance sheet and income statements. Education:
Academic: - Master of Business Administration (2014) PNU, Dubai
- Bachelor of Business Management (2011)
PNU, Dubai
Professional
Courses& Training:
-The Role of Strategic Thinking in Business Planning Solid State Training institute - Dubai
-Administration, Management and Accounting courses / training EE Institute; UAE Ministry of Education and Youth
- Government Executive Management & Accounting
A.U, Scholarship program
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