Abrar R.
Senior Operations and Administration Manager
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About
Abrar R. brings over 22 years of multidisciplinary experience in operations management, financial oversight, logistics, and security administration across sectors including pharmaceuticals, logistics, higher education, banking, utilities, sports manufacturing, and corporate services. He has held key roles at organizations such as Qarshi Knowledge Park (QKP), Pathfinder Group, Colabs, Cheetay Logistics, Dun & Bradstreet, Hajvery University, Standard Chartered Bank, SNGPL, CA Sports, and Gold Panel Group. Abrar has managed multi-location operational teams, led digital transformation initiatives, and optimized facility and asset management. His expertise includes implementing ERP and digital workflow systems, overseeing complex procurement and vendor negotiations, conducting large-scale audits (notably for the FDA in Pakistan), and managing remote teams through platforms like Microsoft Teams, Trello, and cloud-based accounting software. He is certified in project management, risk management, security, and data management, and holds a Master’s in Public Administration.
Experience
Administration & Operations Management
Qarshi Knowledge Park (QKP)Oversaw administration, operations, security, and infrastructure at Qarshi Knowledge Park under STZA compliance, directing implementation of SOPs, policies, and digital systems. Led infrastructure development, coordinated facility optimization, and managed leasing processes while maintaining service quality. Pioneered digital transformation and smart governance initiatives, and executed budget management, resource allocation, and contract negotiations with vendors. Managed vendor partnerships and directed procurement of electronic items, in addition to supervising business hub launches across multiple cities and establishing corporate offices.Project Lead
Pathfinder Group | Wackenhut & SMSDirected the Futafut Service & JhatSe project, completed civil works and building renovations, and launched new business hubs across Pakistan. Oversaw project budgets, managed vendor negotiations, and implemented measures to optimize cost control for operations and procurement.Audit Coordinator
Dun & BradstreetConducted audits for 150 companies in Pakistan on behalf of the FDA (USA) over a period of 1.5 years, managing compliance and reporting for each audit assignment.Record Verification and Security Lead
Higher Education Commission (HEC)Oversaw verification and approval of more than 6,000 student records, introduced security protocols for degree verification, organized convocations, implemented security drills, and conducted surveillance for campus safety.Branch Audit Manager
Unknown (Banking, likely Standard Chartered Bank)Completed branch health checklists for 20 locations, led internal audits and State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) audits, and performed monthly reconciliations for 35 branches, focusing on financial accuracy and compliance.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Master’s in Public AdministrationVirtual University of Pakistan · — — 2016
- Bachelors in CommerceGovt. Islamia Collage of Commerce · — — 2003
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