Results-driven R&D leader with extensive experience in research, innovation, and product development. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, managing complex initiatives, and translating strategic objectives into impactful products and solutions. Adept at stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and navigating ambiguity to drive informed decision-making and organizational growth. Recognized for building high-performing teams, fostering collaboration, and delivering sustainable business value through innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
R&D Section Head
ALBAIK Food Systems Company
2024.01 - 2026.06
Contributed to the department products strategy.
Developed empowering culture by equipping Team members to answer customer needs independently.
Recruited and trained department Team members to boost daily employee productivity.
Led administrative Team members to keep daily operations running smoothly.
Established budgets and cost control strategies to meet departmental objectives.
Influenced and guided recruitment and training initiatives to support the development of a strong and effective teams.
Translated senior directives into practical front-line policies for Team members adoption.
Upheld company standards while overseeing daily operations without disruption.
Streamlined departmental procedures to increase efficiency across workflows.
Coordinated with other departments to maintain operational consistency.
Managed team priorities to support execution of strategic initiatives.
Collaborated with business operations and technology stakeholders on delivery work.
Resolved business operational and technical blockers affecting progress.
Supported product discovery business analysis and continuous improvement activities.
Senior Business Analyst
ALBAIK Food Systems Company
2022.08 - 2024.01
Gathered and documented business requirements for Albaik initiatives and stakeholders.
Acted as liaison between business and technical teams for alignment.
Supported planning and enhancement of Albaik app and kitchen production system.
Conducted SWOT analysis for better understanding of current business landscape.
Improved overall productivity with comprehensive process analysis.
Monitored day-to-day business operations to keep activities on track.
Coordinated customer expectations with company objectives during daily service delivery.
Analysed operational reports and implemented process improvements based on findings.
Liaised with stakeholders and resolved operational issues to maintain continuity.
Education
M.Sc. - Molecular Biology and Genetics
University of Khartoum
Khartoum
B.Sc. (First Class Honers) - Zoology
University of Khartoum
Khartoum
Skills
Product management and strategy
Business analysis and development
Research and development
Stakeholder engagement
Requirements gathering and process improvement
Operational excellence
Team leadership and coordination
Data analysis and cross-functional collaboration
Strategies and goals
Change management and agile methodology
Product lifecycle management
Budgeting and forecasting
Policy development
LANGUAGES
Arabic (Native), English (Fluent)
Accomplishments
Played a key role in shaping the strategy and development of the ALBAIK App, contributing to its growth and ongoing evolution.
Led and supported the development of new products from concept to delivery, improving overall product quality, stability, and user value.
Built and scaled the R&D team from early stage to a larger, structured function, strengthening delivery capacity and technical capability.
Established and facilitated strong collaboration between business and technology stakeholders, improving alignment, communication, and execution efficiency.
Identified and resolved critical operational and delivery blockers, enabling smoother workflows and improving on time delivery of key initiatives. Progressed internally from Operations Coordinator to Senior Business Analyst to R&D Section Head.