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Hussein Assaf

Ottawa,Canada

Summary

Results-oriented Continuous Improvement specialist with a proven track record of enhancing operations by prioritizing safety, quality, and efficiency. Skilled in implementing lean principles and reducing waste to optimize performance. Highly detail-oriented in developing metrics and tracking program outcomes. Over 7 years of experience in the restaurant industry with expertise and designation in food handling.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Owner & Project-based Process Consultant

Freelancer
10.2014 - Current

As a project-based consultant, I collaborate with business leaders and clients to help them achieve their vision.

My services include project management, business process optimization, DMAIC practices, cost-benefit analysis, market research, feasibility studies, and communication plans.

Clients include: BinariesLid, Blue Omni, Federal Products Services Inc.

  • Selected Achievements:
  • Designed process maps for customer complaints handling, purchase orders, and recruitment processes
  • Enhanced operational efficiency, leading to a 25% reduction in costs within the first year
  • Boosted quality control measures to streamline operations
  • Boosted income by 40% using proactive marketing approaches
  • Implemented process for superior customer interaction response.
  • Enhanced process efficiency through Lean Six Sigma principles

Administration Director Technical Assistant

BCTC, Beirut Container Terminal Consortium
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Boosted customer satisfaction metrics by 30% as reflected in semi-annual surveys
  • Identified improvement areas through process analysis
  • Implemented continuous quality control measures to ensure compliance with ISO 9001-2000 standards
  • Participated in process change management/redesigning and closely monitored change implementation.
  • Designing the company's evaluation and performance system, which increased employee retention and satisfaction.
  • Reduced operational costs by developing new models to manage the fleet and fuel consumption, and increased employees' productivity through relevant training programs.

Passengers handling supervisor

MEAG
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Selected Achievements:
  • Experienced in check-in processes and airport operations including check-in counters, gates, stations and lost baggage declarations
  • Very good experience in passenger handling & check-in softwares including Amadeus, Altea, & CLF
  • Decreased customer waiting time and increased passengers satisfaction by achieving high responsiveness and offering customized solutions that caters to passenger's specific needs
  • Helped in redesigning the passengers check-in processes and airport operations and procedures
  • Supervised closely check-in agents and helped them maintaining all safety and security measures
  • Related to people, equipment, and facilities
  • Awarded several appreciation letters for accurately implementing the company's procedures and answering to passengers' needs with attentive behavior
  • Attended several passengers handling courses including advanced one as well as dangerous goods courses

Deputy Operations Manager

Calidocorp Shipping and Trading
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Supported the team by monitoring, reporting and following up on all on-site related activities
  • Developed and presented bi-Monthly productivity reports and various cost analysis studies for
  • The executive team
  • Assisted in designing the company's productivity rewards systems

Education

Graduate Diploma - Business administration

Concordia University
05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Business

UK Open University
05.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies with System

Arab Open University
05.2009

Skills

  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Self-Motivated
  • Microsoft Word
  • Advanced problem solving
  • Project Management
  • Process change management
  • Business process mapping
  • Workflow Analysis
  • Needs assessments
  • Kaizen
  • Self-Directed

Certification

  • Certified project manager, Six sigma global institute
  • Continuous improvement manager, Six Sigma Global institute
  • Certified lean six sigma green belt

Affiliations

  • Concordia University: "Leadership Skills" workshop
  • Concordia University: "How to be a Leader in the Work Place" seminar Concordia University: "Advanced Project Management" workshop Member of Betta Gamma Sigma honors (BGS) for business excellence

Languages

English, Excellent, Arabic, Excellent, French, Very Good

Timeline

Business Owner & Project-based Process Consultant

Freelancer
10.2014 - Current

Administration Director Technical Assistant

BCTC, Beirut Container Terminal Consortium
01.2010 - 01.2013

Passengers handling supervisor

MEAG
01.2008 - 01.2010

Deputy Operations Manager

Calidocorp Shipping and Trading
01.2006 - 01.2008

Graduate Diploma - Business administration

Concordia University

Bachelor of Arts - Business

UK Open University

Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies with System

Arab Open University
Hussein Assaf