AHMED ELDEEB

43, Street 231 Degla Maadi, Cairo, Egypt

(M) +20122 1199549 

IT / PROJECT DIRECTOR

Trilingual international executive with history coordinating seamless execution of complex transformation initiatives, IT integrations, and mission-critical projects for leading organisations across diverse multinational sectors. Worked for Tier 1 IT Corporations like IBM, NCR, Unisys.

Earned reputation among key decision-makers in multiple industries as top performer able to overcome political, cultural, and bureaucratic obstacles to achieve goals. Lauded for growing sales, business, and market shares in highly competitive markets through high-impact strategic analysis, planning, and programmes. Recognised for building and leading superior cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully within strict budgets, requirements, and deadlines.

Business & Technology Analysis  Strategic Planning  International Project Management

Turnarounds  Business Transformation & Optimisation  Change & Risk Management  P&L Multicultural Team Building  Global Vendor Research & Selection  Negotiations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Zaki ElSewedy Group, Cairo, Egypt 1/2012 - Present

Well known Group locally and internationally for Electric Engineering.

GROUP IT DIRECTOR.

Chosen to select and implement a new ERP for the whole Group.
Oracle E-Business Suite chosen as the Group ERP.
Responsible for the following achieved and on-going projects within the Group:

  • Put The ERP Oracle E-Business Suite on IBM Cloud.
  • Group Payroll with integration of Oracle E-Business suite.Completed for one sister company; the rest ison-going as planned.
  • Migrated from Exchange to Google Enterprise which is completed successfully.
  • Implemented MPLS Network for one the sister company with Vodafone.
  • Implemented Wireless Network for another sister company with TEDATA.
  • Migrating from Google to Microsoft Cloud Office using O365.
  • Group IT Infrastructure and security.

UNIVERSAL GROUP, Cairo, Egypt 3/2011 – 10/2011

Famous home appliances manufacturer in Egypt.

Group SAP Director– FOR SAP ERP

Asked to lead the SAP implementation as Project Director within Universal Services as part of the Universal Group.

Achievements:

  • Identifying the project goals and scope, including associated risks, building a structured approach to

successfully complete the projects in the allotted time.

  • Apply Quality processes and procedures.
  • Deploy Change Management.
  • Steering planning activities and suggesting new Service approach and application to suit the future plans.
  • Recommending new processes to be implemented subsequent to approvals.
  • Effecting process improvement in the product development and delivery process to meet client/ business objectives in an efficient and effective manner.
  • Monitor the financial liabilities of the project.
  • Coordinate with the Implementer and the end users on project phases and activities.
  • Anticipate and Resolve any issues that may arise.
  • Report on project progression to Universal Services board.

TRANS-IT, Cairo, Egypt  7/2008 – 7/2010

IT arm of Egypt’s Ministry of Transportation (MOT) serving Middle East and Africa.

Project Director – SAP ERP  7/2009 – 7/2010

Handpicked by senior management to serve as trusted adviser and lead high-profile nationwide project for SAP ERP implementation throughout Egypt National Railways.

Acted as final point-of-contact for all escalations and primary liaison with all parties including IBM, Trans-IT, and senior-level executives in Egyptian Railways. Provided executive reports on project milestones and deliverables.

Achievements:

  • Championed seamless management of largest SAP ERP implementation in Middle East to date affecting 1,000 users; achieved successful go-live on July 1st, 2010.
  • Defined all project goals and entire scope, and established robust framework for delivery in accordance

with all agreed upon business requirements and financial targets.

  • Built high-performanceimplementation team which will continue to provide support.
  • Chaired steering committees, developed business cases, and planned future resource models for

phased handover of all systems support and knowledge transfer.

  • Ensured 100% adherence to all processes while mitigating risks, providing strong quality and financial

governance.

  • Completed all project goals on-time and within budget.

External Bid Consultant  7/2008 – 6/2009

Provided expert advice and tactical guidance on implementation of new railways cargo management system and operational transformation project. Researched and selected international 3rd party solutions vendors through down-select process. Ensured 100% adherence to strategic business “blueprint” established by external consultancy McKinsey. Interfaced with key Ministry of Transportation stakeholders.

Achievements:

  • Instrumental in successful delivery of one of largest strategic projects in Trans-IT history

on-time and within budget, $10M implementation of new railways cargo management system.

  • Maximised robustness, flexibility, and scalability of cargo management system, leveraging domain

expertise with RFI/RFQ bids to select and negotiate with global 3rd party vendors.

  • Strengthened competitive positioning of Egyptian Railways in highly aggressive market, transforming

operation and customer interface, and increasing revenue and market share.

NOVARTIS MOROCCO, Casablanca, Morocco  1/2008 – 6/2008

Multinational pharmaceutical corporation based out of Switzerland.

Project Director

Recruited based on outstanding reputation to restore deployed outsourcing project to on-time delivery throughout Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria. Served as liaison and project coordinator among Novartis staff and 3rd party vendors including BT, IBM, Vodafone, and HP.

Achievements:

  • Saved major project affecting 3 countries from impending breach of critical deadline, restoring

cluster to all scheduled objectives.

  • Navigated complex politically charge environments successfully, expertly matrix-managing

internal staff and 3rd party suppliers through end-to-end project fulfilment.

  • Orchestrated seamless transition of all IT and telecom operations to 3rd party vendors,

achieving staff buy-in, and fostering knowledge sharing throughout all phases.

AL BARAKA BANK, Cairo, Egypt  1/2005 – 12/2006

2nd largest Islamic Bank in Egypt.

CIO – AlBaraka Bank Egypt former Egyptian Saudi Finance Bank (ESFB)

Coordinated and led all aspects of strategic IT initiatives to optimise entire business, improve company image, and increase profitability and market share. Conducted business requirements analysis. Defined IT vision. Researched and selected optimal vendors.

Achievements:

  • Formulated and lead execution of aggressive plan to modernise entire bank operation,

improve ESFB, amplify company profile, and expand business with new facilities.

  • Implemented new Core Banking System, revamped all IT systems, and introduced new

facilities including ATM integration with Ahly Bank, offline call centre, and phone banking.

  • Cut substantial costs while improving efficiency, outsourcing multiple segments of operation

including card management with 123 Company and SWIFT operations.

  • Combated and safeguarded against fraud, creating fully compliant and secure cheque

production and processing system.

  • Minimised exposure and facilitated development of clean portfolio for 1st Islamic Investment

Fund launched by the bank, implementing fund management system; led all related risk and

credit analysis.

IBM MIDDLE EAST, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)  3/2002 – 3/2004

Headquarters of IBM in Middle East specialising in product and solutions sales and support.

Regional Sales Manager

Strategised and led sales and marketing plans to increase penetration in emerging and competitive markets throughout Gulf, Saudi Arabia, and Levant countries: key products and solutions included IBM Linux Initiative, XSP, Digital Media Solutions, and Life Sciences.

Achievements:

  • Amplified penetration in emerging and competitive markets, achieving $20M across all sectors

and 100% of all objectives in 1st year; nominated for IBM 100% Club.

  • Aligned e-learning programmes with target demographics, customising offerings for each

component in territory: K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and training enterprises.

  • Designed infrastructure for ISP, ASP, and CSP, amongst many others; involved building data

centers, developing 24x7 availability solutions, and creating security solutions.

  • Marketed and sold numerous digital media solutions including Virtual Studio, and Digital

Media Archiving & Retrieval, Programming & Broadcasting, and Distributions.

RAQMYAT DUBAI, Dubai  8/1997 – 2/2002

Unisys distributor specialising in technology-enabled business solutions.

Assistant General Manager

Provided strategic aid and support in major business transformation to diversity offerings, increase company visibility, and drive market share growth. Built relationships with major global alliances. Planned and led various high-impact reengineering and redirections projects.

Achievements:

  • Played major role in transformation of entire company in fiercely competitive market.
  • Repositioned company as unique IT solutions provider of cutting edge applications,

managing complete organisational restructuring and redirection of market focus.

  • Expanded market potential, company visibility, and revenue streams, forging strategic

alliances with Microsoft, Oracle, and IBM.

  • Identified and secured multiple new high-return business and revenue sources.
  • Achieved 100% of company profit targets; nominated for Unisys Club.

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

UNITED BANK OF EGYPT (UBE), Cairo, Egypt 1/1997 – 7/1997

Nationwide full-service commercial bank.

CIO

  • Planned and coordinated all aspects of bank-wide Kapiti Equation III implementation including IT

infrastructure design and interface of SWIFT with Kapiti.

  • Built world class IT teams for all phases of project, and developed detailed implementation and

conversion plans.

  • Modernised bank system, designing new bank network topology for remote branches, and implementing

Cairo Money Market.

GULF BUSINESS MACHINES (GBM) / IBM, Qatar 7/1991 – 12/1996

Leading IT solutions provider in Middle East region; spin-off of IBM.

Account Manager & System Engineer

  • Improved sales of IBM solutions dramatically among large- and mid-range prospects.
  • Increased account penetration on all AS/400 and S/36 systems.
  • Tripled professional services revenues and AS/400 installations, increasing by 300%.
  • Spearheaded multiple DR solutions, successfully demonstrating expertise in live recovery.
  • Nominated for GBM Highest Performer Club.

IBM WTC Egypt Branch4/1983 – 6/1991

Account System Engineer

  • Successfully managed a diverse portfolio of international banks, petroleum and hotel accounts.
  • Responsible for conducting full customer conversion to AS/400 and for providing associated training.
  • IBM Sudan customers were part of my support region.
  • Achieved recognition as a member of the IBM Hundred Percent Club 1987.

NCR Egypt Branch1/1979 – 3/1983

Analyst Programmer

  • Modified the MODBANK banking application to ensure compliance with Egyptian Central Bank requirements as well as playing a key role in the marketing of MODBANK in the Middle East.
  • Additionally responsible for designing and programming specialized accounting and sales

Applications for drug and pharmaceutical companies

NOTE: Leave taken (1/2007 – 12/2007) to project manage construction of personal property.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Cairo University, Egypt

French Education Certificate, Lycee Maadi, Cairo,

LANGUAGES

  • Arabic (mother tongue) English (fluent), French (fluent).

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