Kamal Akkeh
GENERAL MANAGER
Sharjah
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at Olympus Marble & Granite, excelling in operations management and strategic planning. Achieved significant business growth through effective team leadership and innovative cost-saving measures, enhancing profitability while fostering strong client relationships. Expert in budget analysis and contract negotiations, driving organizational success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
General Manager
Olympus Marble & Granite
05.2023 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
General Manager
KMA Trading
01.2020 - 04.2023
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
General Manager
MSI Marble Stone and Granite Co,
11.2014 - 12.2020
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
- Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
- Oversaw successful launch of new product lines, coordinating between departments to ensure unified approach and timely delivery.
- Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives and comprehensive training programs.
- Implemented sustainability initiative, reducing energy consumption and waste, and promoting eco-friendly practices.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Senior Specialist Project Managements
Al Ain Marble Co,
10.1998 - 10.2014
- Identified areas in need of critical improvement and implemented strategies to achieve targets.
- Drove change through quality-oriented strategies to help operations accomplish ambitious short- and long-term goals.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional customer service and proactive communication efforts.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies.
- Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Delivered high-quality results consistently by adhering to strict quality control measures and industry best practices.
- Supported department leadership in implementing new policies, procedures and controls.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that benefited the organization''s bottom line.
- Delivered compelling presentations at industry conferences, positioning company as thought leader.
Education
BBA - Civil Engineering
METRO COLLEGE
Toronto, ON 09.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
TISHREEN UNIVERSITY
LATAKIA 09.1986 - 06.1993
Skills
Operations management
Accomplishments
- Business Development: - Spearheaded acquisition of two competitor companies.Established and managed partner relationships on a daily basis. Developed new marketing strategy which increased customer.
- Set up and building a new advanced manufacturing Plant.
- Mega and Landmark projects.
Timeline
General Manager
Olympus Marble & Granite
05.2023 - Current
BBA - Civil Engineering
METRO COLLEGE
09.2022 - 06.2023
General Manager
KMA Trading
01.2020 - 04.2023
General Manager
MSI Marble Stone and Granite Co,
11.2014 - 12.2020
Senior Specialist Project Managements
Al Ain Marble Co,
10.1998 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
TISHREEN UNIVERSITY
09.1986 - 06.1993