Mohamed Sakhr
Corporate Excellence Consultant | Operational Excellence | Government Transformation
Riyadh
Summary
Dynamic Corporate Excellence Consultant with over 20 years of experience in driving operational excellence, digital transformation, and enterprise process optimization within government and large organizations across Saudi Arabia and the MENA region. Expertise in process reengineering, performance measurement (KPIs), compliance, quality assurance, and change management, effectively aligning organizational operations with national strategies, regulatory requirements, and international best practices. Strong background in ERP-driven transformations (SAP, Odoo, Oracle) serves as a catalyst for implementing excellence frameworks that enhance data-driven decision-making, transparency, and service quality improvement. Proven ability to manage stakeholders effectively while providing executive-level reporting and governance insights.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
KEY GOVERNMENT & SEMI-GOVERNMENT PROJECTS
Al Rajhi Endowments Co. for Industry & Trade
12.2025 - Current
- Conducted operational and ERP excellence assessments covering 6+ core functions
(Finance, Procurement, HR, Sales, Manufacturing, Logistics). - Identified and documented 20+ improvement opportunities related to process efficiency, governance, and internal controls.
- Supported management in improving process efficiency by an estimated 15–20% through workflow optimization and governance alignment.
- Delivered ERP technical health checks and compliance reviews, reducing operational risks and audit-readiness gaps by approximately 25%.
- Prepared executive-level reports and improvement recommendations supporting data-driven decision-making.
- Supported implementation follow-up activities to ensure system stability and continuous improvement across critical processes.
Business Solutions Manager
Mentors For Integrated Solution
03.2019 - Current
- Led and delivered 48+ digital transformation and operational excellence projects for government, semi-government, and enterprise clients.
- Designed and optimized end-to-end business processes, reducing operational cycle times by 20–30% across multiple engagements.
- Defined and implemented KPIs and performance dashboards for 10+ organizations, enabling executive monitoring of strategic objectives.
- Built and led cross-functional teams of up to 20+ consultants, architects, and developers.
- Supported alignment with regulatory frameworks and governance standards, improving compliance readiness across client entities.
Solution Architect Director
Takamol Information System
11.2018 - 12.2021
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and partners, securing favorable terms for the company.
- Led enterprise process optimization and operational assessments for 8+ large organizations across multiple sectors.
- Conducted gap analysis and quality reviews, achieving 15–25% improvements in reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Drove successful ERP implementations across various industries, including manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and finance sectors.
- Evaluated potential third-party software solutions for compatibility with existing ERP systems while considering both technical feasibility and financial viability.
- Improved solution efficiency by designing and implementing scalable architectures for enterprise clients.
Project Manager / Solution Architect
Techedge Group SPA
08.2015 - 10.2018
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Led large-scale government and enterprise transformation projects in Saudi Arabia,
focusing on operational excellence, governance, and process optimization. - Delivered projects on time and within budget, achieving delivery success rates
above 95%. - Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams of 15–20+ consultants and technical resources
across multiple workstreams. - Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Project Manager
Saudi Geological Survey
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Spearheaded change management efforts that streamlined business processes and improved productivity levels across departments.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that led to increased efficiency in core business functions using SAP systems as foundation.
- Led transformation from legacy systems to SAP-based governance platforms serving 1,000+ internal users.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy and closing efficiency by approximately 20%.
- Applied structured project and quality methodologies to reduce implementation risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Delivered training and change management sessions for 100+ government employees.
SAP FI/CO/FM Consultant
Java Gulf
10.2012 - 08.2013
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Played pivotal role in development of comprehensive documentation, including functional specifications, configuration guides, and end-user manuals, enabling seamless knowledge transfer to project stakeholders.
- Stayed current on industry trends and emerging technologies related to finance and controlling modules to provide innovative recommendations for client systems enhancements.
- Documented functional designs and test cases.
- Managed multiple full-cycle implementations of SAP FICO solutions across diverse industries, resulting in significant cost savings and process efficiencies for clients.
- Reduced month-end closing periods by automating key financial processes using advanced SAP FICO functionalities.
- Conducted thorough business process analysis, identifying areas for improvement, and aligning them with best practice SAP FICO solutions.
SAP FI/CO/FM Consultant
Arête Consulting
10.2011 - 11.2012
- Collaborated with IT teams to ensure optimal system performance, conducting regular reviews and making necessary enhancements to SAP FICO configurations.
- Reduced manual workload in accounting departments by automating key tasks via customized SAP FICO solutions.
- Streamlined financial planning and budgeting processes by integrating SAP FICO modules with existing systems.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between finance and other business units, leveraging integrated SAP FICO capabilities.
- Optimized business performance through design and execution of effective cost controlling strategies using SAP FICO tools.
- Enabled initiative-taking decision-making for senior leadership with real-time access to critical financial information via custom-built dashboards powered by SAP FICO technology.
- Enhanced financial transparency, implementing detailed tracking and reporting mechanisms within SAP FICO framework.
- Increased efficiency in monthly closing process through implementation of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives within SAP FICO environment.
- Improved financial reporting by implementing automated SAP FICO processes for faster and more accurate data analysis.
- Implemented robust internal controls to safeguard company assets, utilizing advanced features within SAP FICO system.
- Troubleshot incidents reported by end-users to schedule system changes and identify permanent solutions.
SAP Functional Analyst
Transport Information Technology
10.2009 - 10.2011
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives within organization by sharing best practices and lessons learned from previous projects.
- Optimized system performance through regular maintenance activities such as patching, upgrades, and database tuning.
- Led testing efforts for new functionality releases, ensuring compatibility with existing SAP modules and business requirements.
- Evaluated and recommended new SAP modules or enhancements to improve overall business processes, driving increased efficiency and user satisfaction.
Oracle Consultant
Unilever Mashreq
12.2007 - 06.2009
- Developed strong working relationships with clients by consistently delivering high-quality results while maintaining open lines of communication throughout project lifecycles.
- Collaborated closely with developers during code reviews to ensure compliance with established best practices related specifically to writing maintainable SQL scripts that maximize performance.
- Evaluated new technologies and methodologies for possible integration into existing Oracle environments, staying current with industry trends and best practices.
- Maintained detailed documentation on system configurations, updates, and issue resolutions for future reference.
- Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
- Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by IT personnel in future projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Faculty of Commerce
Alexandria, Egypt 04.2001 -
Skills
Business Analysis
Accomplishments
- Al Rajhi Endowments Co. for Industry & Trade
Corporate Excellence & ERP Advisory
(Governance, Compliance, Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement) - ARASCO (Saudi Arabia)
SAP Audit, Quality Assurance, SAP FSCM & Treasury Risk Management (TRM) - Saudi Geological Survey (SGS)
Government transformation & operational excellence - King Abdulaziz University
Financial governance & performance optimization - Egyptian National Railway
Large-scale public-sector transformation (70,000+ employees)
Additional Information
- Corporate & Government Excellence Frameworks (EFQM concepts, ISO alignment)
- Strategic Alignment & Policy Enablement
- Process Optimization & Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
- Lean Principles & Operational Efficiency
- Performance Measurement & KPI Design
- Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Compliance, Internal Controls & Risk Assessment
- Change Management & Capacity Building
- Government Digital Transformation & ERP Governance
- Stakeholder Management & Executive Reporting
Timeline
KEY GOVERNMENT & SEMI-GOVERNMENT PROJECTS
Al Rajhi Endowments Co. for Industry & Trade
12.2025 - Current
Business Solutions Manager
Mentors For Integrated Solution
03.2019 - Current
Solution Architect Director
Takamol Information System
11.2018 - 12.2021
Project Manager / Solution Architect
Techedge Group SPA
08.2015 - 10.2018
Project Manager
Saudi Geological Survey
05.2014 - 04.2015
SAP FI/CO/FM Consultant
Java Gulf
10.2012 - 08.2013
SAP FI/CO/FM Consultant
Arête Consulting
10.2011 - 11.2012
SAP Functional Analyst
Transport Information Technology
10.2009 - 10.2011
Oracle Consultant
Unilever Mashreq
12.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Faculty of Commerce
04.2001 -