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Ali A. — Senior E-Commerce & Operations Director from United Arab Emirates

Ali A.

Senior E-Commerce & Operations Director

United Arab Emirates 6+ years
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Ali A. is a seasoned General Manager and E-Commerce & Operations Director with over 25 years of leadership experience across the GCC and MENA markets, particularly in Dubai and other key regions. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a robust capacity for scaling operations and driving digital transformations, notably achieving triple-digit revenue growth through strategic P&L management and operational excellence. Ali's expertise in launching and optimizing e-commerce platforms has been a cornerstone of his success, leading cross-functional teams to implement data-driven frameworks, thereby enhancing productivity and profitability. As a Regional E-Commerce Director at Lipton Teas & Infusions in Dubai, he developed a data-driven go-to-market strategy that increased revenue by 68%. At Unilever, he exceeded revenue targets by 788% by pioneering their e-commerce entry in KSA. His role as General Manager at Titus Logistics involved spearheading operations across Dubai and Lebanon, engineering a proprietary KPI system that resulted in significant business growth. Ali's contributions extend from e-commerce strategy to comprehensive supply chain and marketplace management, underscoring his impactful presence in these dynamic industries.

Experience

  • General Manager – Dubai Hub & Lebanon Operations

    Titus Logistics · 2025 — Present
    Oversee comprehensive operations in Dubai and Lebanon, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives related to finance, HR, logistics, and customer service. Developed a proprietary KPI and performance tracking system that enhances business growth and income. Foster strategic partnerships with regional offices to improve supply chain efficiency.
  • Regional E-Commerce Director

    Lipton Teas & Infusions (MENA) · 2021 — 2024
    Created a data-driven go-to-market strategy that significantly increased revenue and surpassed sales targets. Improved commercial performance by doubling B2B revenue and boosting B2C sales through agile frameworks. Led cross-functional teams to implement scalable commercial processes and enhance relationships with regional accounts.
  • E-Commerce Manager

    Unilever · 2019 — 2021
    Initiated Unilever’s e-commerce entry in KSA, surpassing revenue targets through innovative digital strategies. Enhanced online revenue during the pandemic by optimizing digital shelf strategy and forging impactful platform partnerships.
  • Senior Vendor Manager – E-Grocery

    Amazon · 2017 — 2019
    Directed the launch of Amazon’s online grocery vertical in KSA, successfully onboarding over 4,500 ASINs and securing multiple strategic vendor agreements. Elevated procurement strategies to maximize profitability and category revenue through data-driven decision-making.
  • Senior Business Manager

    Savola Group (Panda Retail) · 2008 — 2017
    Achieved significant revenue growth by implementing data-driven assortment optimization and pricing strategies. Managed full category P&L while executing cost-saving initiatives to boost margins and operational efficiency.
  • Senior Procurement Manager

    Al Mohaydib Group (Giant Stores) · 2004 — 2008
    Reduced costs through strategic vendor consolidation and competitive negotiations. Enhanced sourcing protocols by implementing just-in-time systems that minimized stockouts.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Management
    Beirut Arab University · — — 1996

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