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Sahar Zahid

Senior Vice President Project Management
Karachi,SD

Summary

Dynamic Senior Vice President with a proven track record at Logicose Pvt Ltd, excelling in strategic leadership and digital transformation. Spearheaded process improvements that enhanced operational excellence and client satisfaction. Adept at KPI tracking and fostering cross-functional collaboration, driving significant revenue optimization and team mentorship.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Vice President – Project Management

Logicose Pvt Ltd
Karachi, Sindh
01.2021 - Current
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing new strategies and streamlining operations.
  • Developed measurement tools, dashboards, and reports to track metrics on adoption and effectiveness of initiatives.
  • Restructured departments for increased efficiency, optimizing resource allocation and improving communication between teams.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement, leading by example to drive operational excellence across the organization.
  • Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration across the organization.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Championed innovation by encouraging cross-functional teams to pursue creative solutions to complex challenges.
  • Developed, coached and provided feedback to top-performing teams using strong leadership and analytical thinking skills.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by implementing best practices and fostering a culture of accountability within the organization.

Vice President – Project Management

Logicose Pvt Ltd
07.2023 - 12.2024

Directed monthly targets, consistently exceeding $54,000 revenue goalsStreamlined workflows and improved client satisfaction
Mentored mid-level managers and enhanced team development

  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.

Associate Vice President – Sales & Support

Logicose Pvt Ltd
Karachi, Sindh
01.2021 - 07.2023

Enhanced client portfolios through strategic upgrades and cross-sells Improved online visibility and SERP rankings
Demonstrated leadership potential and earned promotion

  • Drove digital transformation efforts within the organization, leveraging emerging technologies to streamline workflows, improve communication channels, and enhance overall productivity.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and innovation.

Assistant Manager – Digital Projects

Olive Digital Pvt Ltd
Karachi, Sindh
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.

Senior Manager – Digital Projects

Quad Tech Pvt Ltd
05.2020 - 09.2020
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.

Senior Project Manager, Client Services

Digitonics Labs Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Collaborated closely with business analysts, product owners, technical leads, developers, testers to ensure streamlined workflow between all parties involved in a given project.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous learning by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues on various project management methodologies.
  • Played an instrumental role in developing and refining project management processes, guidelines and templates for the organization.

English Foreign Language Teacher

DreamWorks Education Consulting Co. Ltd
Panzihua, China
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • Mentored new teachers in the department by sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective instructional techniques.
  • Fostered an inclusive classroom environment where diverse perspectives were valued and respected.
  • Assessed student progress and set objectives for following month.
  • Developed worksheets, PowerPoint presentations and group activities from scratch.

Account Manager – Sales & Support

Logicose
05.2015 - 11.2018
  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Collaborated with sales team to identify potential upsell opportunities and expand client base.

Offer Specialist/customer Support

Tribe Consulting Pvt Ltd
05.2014 - 05.2015

• Successfully sold a range of services over the phone, enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Managed and nurtured client accounts, ensuring strong relationships through effective communication.
• Provided technical support and cross-selling opportunities to B2C clients, contributing to revenue growth.

Customer Support Executive

IBEX Global - The Resource Group
Karachi, Sindh
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Provided answers to clients by identifying problems, researching answers, and guiding clients through corrective steps.
    Improves client references by writing and maintaining documentation.
  • Participated in the development of client training programs by identifying learning issues and recommending instructional language.
  • Accommodates clients' disabilities by recommending devices and techniques.
  • Avoided legal challenges by monitoring compliance with service agreements.
  • Improved system performance by identifying problems; recommending changes.
  • Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; maintaining personal networks.
  • Accomplished information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Business Development Executive/ IT Solution

Royal Cyber Inc. IBM
Karachi, Sindh
04.2012 - 08.2013
  • Support all pre-sales activities of the company.
  • Meet sales target identified by upper management.
  • Develop effective sales plans.
  • Sold enterprise software and hardware to Fortune 500 Companies and Multinational Firms.
  • Provide detailed information about technical specifications of products marketed by the company.
  • Demonstrate how the product, be it a software or hardware, works and provide technical advice to customers about installation, usage, and networking.
  • Address concerns of customers by providing clear instructions and IT solutions.
  • Inform the customers about the specific application of software products.
  • Communicate and possibly network with existing customers to promote products and upgrades of software products.
  • Help develop new business through networking and follow-ups.
  • Conduct marketing and presentation to a wide audience about the company’s products portfolio.
  • Attend industry events that are aimed at improving the marketability of the company’s products and services.
  • Help design promotional materials.
  • Get updates on the new improvements or developments in hardware systems and peripherals from time to time.
  • Write proposals and reports. TCO/ROI
  • Organize team meetings to discuss progress, plans, and other activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bioinformatics

Baqai Medical University
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
12-2010

Skills

Certification

IBM Whiteboarding Sales Training – Business Modernization

Timeline

Vice President – Project Management

Logicose Pvt Ltd
07.2023 - 12.2024

Senior Vice President – Project Management

Logicose Pvt Ltd
01.2021 - Current

Associate Vice President – Sales & Support

Logicose Pvt Ltd
01.2021 - 07.2023

Assistant Manager – Digital Projects

Olive Digital Pvt Ltd
09.2020 - 01.2021

Senior Manager – Digital Projects

Quad Tech Pvt Ltd
05.2020 - 09.2020

Senior Project Manager, Client Services

Digitonics Labs Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - 05.2020

English Foreign Language Teacher

DreamWorks Education Consulting Co. Ltd
12.2018 - 12.2019

IELTS Certification – 7 Bands

11-2016

Account Manager – Sales & Support

Logicose
05.2015 - 11.2018

A1 German Language Course

05-2015

Offer Specialist/customer Support

Tribe Consulting Pvt Ltd
05.2014 - 05.2015

IBM Whiteboarding Sales Training – Worklight

10-2013

IBM Whiteboarding Sales Training – WebSphere

09-2013

Customer Support Executive

IBEX Global - The Resource Group
08.2013 - 05.2014

IBM Whiteboarding Sales Training – Tivoli

05-2013

IBM Whiteboarding Sales Training – Rational

04-2013

IBM Whiteboarding Sales Training – Business Modernization

01-2013

Business Development Executive/ IT Solution

Royal Cyber Inc. IBM
04.2012 - 08.2013

Cabin Crew Course

04-2012

Bachelor of Science - Bioinformatics

Baqai Medical University
Sahar ZahidSenior Vice President Project Management