Faris Alfaris
Jeddah
Summary
Experienced Business Intelligence and IT Business Support professional with a global track record in data and digital services enablement. Specializing in governance and self-service frameworks, I drive strategic solutions that enhance efficiency, accessibility, and business impact across diverse regions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Enablement Manager
Jotun A/S (HQ)
01.2025 - Current
- Implement Global Data Strategy Locally - Adapt and integrate global data solutions at the regional level, ensuring scalability, reusability, and alignment while preventing local silos
- Governance & Culture - Establish governance frameworks, foster a data-driven culture, and advocate for regional needs in global discussions to balance strategy with local agility
- Competence Development & Efficiency - Streamline regional data processes and enhance skill-building initiatives
Group IT Data Architect
Jotun A/S Norway (HQ)
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Oversaw and managed the development of global data solutions, ensuring alignment with regional requirements
- Bridged communication gaps between Group functions and regions to enhance the utilization of global data solutions
- Led a team to develop a global Profit Forecasting Tool integrated into the CRM solution, enabling detailed analysis of project profitability and pricing recommendations
- Successfully implemented datasets and data solutions for Sales & Finance departments globally
- Managed a high-volume dealer data collection project, providing transparent insights into product & color trends for Sales & Marketing teams
IT & Business Intelligence Consultant
Jotun Paints Saudia Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided Business Intelligence & Analytics support to enhance decision-making processes
- Managed the development of sales solutions, increasing profit margins and improving sales insights
- Utilized technology and data to optimize interactions between the Supply Chain and Sales teams, enabling a more informed and data-driven sales approach
- Achieved an increase in profits of nearly 4 million SAR through enhanced visibility into sales controls, pricing, and customer incentives
- Led the creation of a global dataset and common dashboards to monitor IT digital service delivery metrics, standardizing KPI definitions across locations
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Information Technology Management
Multimedia University
Malaysia08.2019
Skills
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Leadership & Team Management
- Project Management
- Negotiation
- Strategic Thinking
- Adaptability & Change Management
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Data Enablement Manager
Jotun A/S (HQ)
01.2025 - Current
Group IT Data Architect
Jotun A/S Norway (HQ)
01.2022 - 12.2024
IT & Business Intelligence Consultant
Jotun Paints Saudia Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor's Degree - Information Technology Management
Multimedia University
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