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AMMAR SHAFI

Summary

A dynamic Saudi Senior Operations Specialist at Merwas with strong organizational skills and a patient, adaptable approach. Skilled in managing operations under pressure while fostering collaboration and productivity. Brings a background and passion for technology, with openness to diverse administrative roles that leverage expertise and drive organizational success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Operations Specialist

Merwas Company for Audio & Visual Production
08.2022 - Current
  • Driving all aspects of Merwas operations, including bookings, events, security, facility management, hospitality, and catering, while ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable client experience.
  • Developing the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Operating Model to enhance the operational efficiency.
  • Successfully managed 50+ workshops and 250+ studio bookings and events, while ensuring the satisfaction of thousands of customers ranging from common to high profile and renowned figures.
  • Previously managed the IT department – Led the development of Merwas website, set up the communication and task management platforms for each team, and provided general IT support.
  • Contributed to the execution of the opening ceremony of Merwas in 2022, ensuring maximum security and customer satisfaction.

Restaurant Dispatcher

Operation Falafel Restaurant
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • Managed 200 to 300 daily delivery orders across six different ordering platforms while maintaining food quality, delivery time, and a positive team morale during peak rush hours.

E-Commerce Supervisor and Customer Service

Organic Store, Food and Health Oasis Co. Ltd.
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Managed and optimized the online store by polishing website content, enhancing UI/UX design, and maintaining a 5,000+ product database.
  • Streamlined delivery operations and ensured secure, timely shipping.
  • Analyzed store performance to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Provided excellent online and onsite customer guidance and support.

Team Coordinator and Data Analyst

Fazaa Global for Communication IT and Ltd Co.
12.2020 - 06.2021
  • Monitored day-to-day operations, ensuring fulfillment of company objectives and alignment of team members.
  • Led and trained multiple teams of 10+ members, and created workflows to boost productivity and efficiency.
  • Scheduled weekly distribution of Fazaa products across Riyadh.
  • Designed and planned efficient transportation routes to minimize delivery time and resource utilization.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Systems

Arab Open University
12-2027

Intensive Courses: Advanced And Rhetoric English -

The American University
01-2019

High School -

Dar-Assalam National Schools
01-2017

Course: Excel Skills For Business

Macquarie University
07-2021

Course: Android Development

Udacity
07-2018

Intensive Course: Intro To Programming Nano Degree

Udacity
02-2018

BA - Business Systems

Arab Open University
08.2025

Skills

  • Core Traits: Bilingual (Arabic & English), Detail-Oriented, Organized, Adaptable, Cooperative, Analytical, Resilient
  • Technology & Innovation: AI Tools (Content Creation & Research), UI/UX Design & Functionality Testing
  • Operations Management: Facility & Inventory Management, Staff Coordination & Scheduling, Workflow Optimization, Process Design Compliance & Quality Control
  • Project & Event Management: Logistics Coordination, Cross-Department Collaboration, Event Planning & Execution
  • Collaboration & Workflow Tools: Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Forms, Admin Console), Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Forms, Admin Console), Notion, ClickUp, Motion, Slack, Miro
  • eCommerce Management: Shopify, Salla

Timeline

Senior Operations Specialist

Merwas Company for Audio & Visual Production
08.2022 - Current

Restaurant Dispatcher

Operation Falafel Restaurant
12.2021 - 04.2022

E-Commerce Supervisor and Customer Service

Organic Store, Food and Health Oasis Co. Ltd.
06.2021 - 12.2021

Team Coordinator and Data Analyst

Fazaa Global for Communication IT and Ltd Co.
12.2020 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Business Systems

Arab Open University

Intensive Courses: Advanced And Rhetoric English -

The American University

High School -

Dar-Assalam National Schools

Course: Excel Skills For Business

Macquarie University

Course: Android Development

Udacity

Intensive Course: Intro To Programming Nano Degree

Udacity

BA - Business Systems

Arab Open University
AMMAR SHAFI