Hi, I’m
Farhan Sheikh
MISSISSAUGA
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Fastenal
General Manager
01.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Spearheaded procurement activities for high-sales volume area within GTA, overseeing sourcing, negotiating, and managing vendors to ensure cost-effective supply chain operations
- Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to optimize inventory management and streamline procurement processes, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs
- Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, ensuring timely invoicing and payment processing to maintain positive vendor relationships
- Acted as key account manager for major clients, building and maintaining relationships, understanding their needs, and providing customized solutions to drive customer satisfaction and retention
- Established vendor-managed inventory programs tailored to specific requirements of key accounts, enhancing supply chain visibility and responsiveness
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to expand market share and revenue
- Conducted regular performance evaluations and implemented corrective actions to ensure alignment with business objectives and customer expectations.
Pizza Hut
Assistant General Manager
07.2015 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Conducted comprehensive restaurant evaluations and action plans, ensuring operational standards compliance
- Analyzed Profit and Loss statements, managed cash flow, and prepared financial reports
- Provided IT support for local and remote teams, troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
Hitech Cellphone Pvt Ltd
Manager Digital Marketing
01.2011 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Led procurement initiatives for digital marketing projects, negotiating contracts with third-party vendors
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement e-commerce strategies, driving sales growth
- Optimized supply chain processes to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
Bank of Singapore
Manager (Fraud & Risk Analysis)
02.2008 - 09.2008
Job overview
- Managed fraud and risk across retail banking products, reducing credit losses through market risk analysis
- Developed business continuity plans and conducted vendor audits to ensure compliance
- Planned risk mitigation strategies and resource allocation for the eastern region.
Citibank
Assistant Manager (Fraud Risk Management)
02.2006 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Conducted compliance audits and risk assessments, reducing fraud and credit losses
- Managed vendor relationships and call center operations for risk-related issues
- Ensured proper authorization of user access to applications through testing and audit procedures.
Education
Leeds Metropolitan UniversityLeeds, UK
MBA from Supply Chain & Finance
10.2009
University of CalcuttaIndia
Bachelor of Commerce
01.2005
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Operations Management
- Inventory Control
- P&L Management
- Client Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Expense Control
- Project Planning
- Cost analysis and savings
- Cost Reductions
- Vendor Sourcing
- Risk Management
- Vendor Negotiations
- Risk Mitigation
- Market Analysis
- Contract Negotiations
- Supply Chain Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Full Professional
Punjabi
Limited Working
Timeline
General Manager
Fastenal
01.2019 - Current
Assistant General Manager
Pizza Hut
07.2015 - 09.2017
Manager Digital Marketing
Hitech Cellphone Pvt Ltd
01.2011 - 04.2015
Manager (Fraud & Risk Analysis)
Bank of Singapore
02.2008 - 09.2008
Assistant Manager (Fraud Risk Management)
Citibank
02.2006 - 01.2008
Leeds Metropolitan University
MBA from Supply Chain & Finance
University of Calcutta
Bachelor of Commerce
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