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Ahmed E. — Executive Operations Leader from Saudi Arabia

Ahmed E.

Executive Operations Leader

Saudi Arabia 6+ years
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Ahmed E. is a distinguished Executive Operations Leader and a Transformation Architect with over 15 years of success in the manufacturing and industrial sectors. As a visionary leader, Ahmed has driven operational excellence in environments valued at over 1.2 billion SAR, impacting major Middle East lighting and industrial firms. He has consistently led cross-functional teams, managing up to 13 professionals, and spearheading initiatives that enhance operational scalability and growth. At Signify, Ahmed executed large-scale government projects, delivering 1.5 million LED units across multiple cities and achieving significant operational milestones, such as a 35% improvement in on-time delivery and a 20% reduction in inventory carrying costs. He excels in ERP Systems Integration using SAP and Oracle, and has proven prowess in Supply Chain Optimization and Lean Six Sigma Methodologies. Through strategic technology integration and advanced programming leveraging Python and VBA, Ahmed catalyzed a continuous improvement culture, demonstrating his dedication to achieving measurable financial and operational results. He is now poised for C-suite leadership opportunities to harness this transformative expertise in driving sustainable growth and excellence.

Experience

  • SUPPLY & PRODUCTION PLANNING MANAGER

    Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) Saudi Arabia · 2018 — 2025
    Led a team of 13 planners and controllers in managing supply planning and control. Oversaw the delivery of LED street light projects across nine cities in KSA, directed the S&OP process aligning supply with demand, and created full digital integration between production schedules and ERP systems. Initiated the automation of planning activities, resulting in operational cost savings and improved inventory management.
  • PRODUCTION PLANNING SUPERVISOR → MANAGER

    Saudi Lighting Company (SLC) · 2009 — 2018
    Transitioned from Design & Process Engineering to Production Planning Manager, facilitating operational changes through the establishment of workflows and performance metrics. Developed a suite of automation tools and integrated real-time material tracking with ERP to enhance supply chain efficiency. Led ERP integration efforts ensuring seamless data flow across various operational facets.
  • DESIGN & PROCESS ENGINEER

    Saudi Lighting Company (SLC) · 2006 — 2009
    Optimized manufacturing processes for lighting products by collaborating with production teams to address bottlenecks and improve efficiency. Created technical documentation and led initiatives for enhancing design manufacturability.
  • MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER → PROJECT ENGINEER

    Egyptian Manufacturing & Engineering Companies · 1996 — 2004
    Designed mechanical systems for industrial applications while managing projects from conception to completion. Engaged with clients to understand their specifications and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, producing detailed engineering documentation and facilitating cross-functional collaboration.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
    Ain Shams University