S M Sarfaraj Ali
TEAM PLAYER
Dhaka,49
Summary
Currently, I am working as an expert in Operations Management. I specialize in building and executing effective business strategies for taking companies to a new height. With my experience, I help to improve the work process, increase cost efficiency and deploy best practices in the business process that enables a company to improve business opportunities.
I also have significant experience in the Marketing field. Especially in Brand Management, Brand Strategy Development and Execution. I worked with many renowned international and local brands as the CEO of two advertising agencies with great success stories.
I believe I can create a careful blend of leadership and advisory roles, with the ability to be both extremely analytical and creative simultaneously.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Chief Operations Officer
The KOW Company Limited | www.cutoutwiz.com |
Dhaka, Dhaka
11.2021 - Current
- Drove operational direction, administrative and cost efficiency and coordination of intra department work flow.
- Brought down the overall company expenditure significantly, keeping the service and delivery uncompromised.
- Leveraged experience through vital management positions guiding business to success.
- Monitored internal controls to protect client facilities and assets.
- Led organization by developing professional and ethical culture focused on operational excellence.
Country Manager
Inqube Bangladesh Limited | http://www.inqube.biz/bd/ |
DHAKA, Dhaka
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Overseeing the overall operations of the company for local market which included the development of new business, logistics and ensuring profitability.
- Gathered information on competitor activities and market trends to enhance strategic decision-making.
- Supervised and deployed software technologies around the country for a client.
Chief Executive Officer
ADCLUB | Advertising Agency |
DHAKA, Dhaka
01.2014 - 09.2020
- As the Chief Executive Officer of the company, the role was diversified. It included developing the business with short term and long-term goals consistent with strategy and commercial objective. Leading the team to develop creative solutions that meets clients’ requirements and meets international standards. Maintaining Community and Public relation.
- Restructured the Agency from scratch and ensured BDT 100 MILLION in revenues in First Year.
- Continued growth in consecutive years with increasing revenue.
- Served Top International and local Brands including Google, Cisco, Gionee, Alcatel, Novo Nordisk, Bangladesh Army, Samsung, Singer etc.
Education
BBA (Drop Out in Last Semester) - MARKETING AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
NORTH SOUTH UNIVERSITY
DHAKA 01.2004 - 12.2009
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - SCIENCE
NOTRE DAME COLLEGE
DHAKA 01.2001 - 12.2002
SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - SCIENCE
SAINT GREGORY'S HIGH SCHOOL
DHAKA 01.1995 - 12.2000
Skills
Performance Optimization
Profitability improvement
Marketing & Brand Management
Operations management
Accomplishments
- Contributed significantly in revenue generation for all the companies I worked for.
- Successfully Launched different international and local brands in Bangladesh with effective sales generation.
- Executed first Google Green Belt event in Bangladesh and also worked for other International Brands including CISCO, Novo Nordisk etc.
- Deployed retail application software nationwide in rural and remote areas. Contributed during its development phase as well.
- Significantly increased performance optimization by introducing customized tracking of every work process in current company.
Certification
Finance for Non Finance Managers, IBA, University of DHAKA.
Timeline
Chief Operations Officer
The KOW Company Limited | www.cutoutwiz.com |
11.2021 - Current
Country Manager
Inqube Bangladesh Limited | http://www.inqube.biz/bd/ |
10.2020 - 10.2021
Finance for Non Finance Managers, IBA, University of DHAKA.
11-2016
Chief Executive Officer
ADCLUB | Advertising Agency |
01.2014 - 09.2020
Professional Masterclass by Philip Kotler
06-2011
BBA (Drop Out in Last Semester) - MARKETING AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
NORTH SOUTH UNIVERSITY
01.2004 - 12.2009
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - SCIENCE
NOTRE DAME COLLEGE
01.2001 - 12.2002
SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - SCIENCE
SAINT GREGORY'S HIGH SCHOOL
01.1995 - 12.2000