Muhammad Iqbal Butt
Al-Khobar-Dammam
Summary
Dynamic Sales and Service Manager with 25+ years in the industrial sector, driving growth and safety excellence. Expert in gas detection systems, ISO-certified, and skilled in leading teams to reduce downtime and boost client retention. Proven success with major accounts like Saudi Aramco and SABIC, known for turning technical expertise into strategic sales wins. Multilingual, results-driven, and dedicated to safety and innovation with international safety standards.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification
Work History
Sales Manager
Remas Gulf Int'l Co. Ltd.
02.2022 - Current
- Led and managed sales operations in the region, Increase in annual sales revenue.
- Established and maintained key client relationships, resulting in increase in client retention.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies that improved market penetration and customer satisfaction.
Sales and Service Manager
Zaff International Co. Ltd.
08.1999 - 01.2022
- Managed a team of 10+ sales and service professionals, improving team efficiency.
- Expanded the client base by 30%, including securing long-term contracts with major clients such as Saudi Aramco, SABIC, and Halliburton.
- Provided technical training on gas detection systems, leading to a 40% reduction in equipment downtime and a 20% increase in service contracts.
Foreman
Arabian Metering Company (Schlumberger)
06.1997 - 06.1999
- Supervised installation and maintenance of metering systems.
- Coordinated with teams to ensure timely project completion.
Sales Representative (Indoor Sales)
Al-Awad Trading Est.
06.1994 - 05.1997
- Managed in-store sales operations, increasing product sales through effective customer service and product demonstrations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients, enhancing customer loyalty.
Education
Diploma of Associate Engineer -
Punjab Board of Technical Education
Lahore, Pakistan01.1989
Bachelor's Degree - Economics -
University of Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan01.1986
High School - Computer Science -
Govt. Murray College
Sialkot, Pakistan01.1982
SSE - Economics -
Govt. Christan High School
Sialkot, Pakistan01.1979
Skills
- Sales Management: B2B sales, client relations, key account management, sales strategy development
- Technical Skills: Gas detection systems, instrumentation, SCBA systems, environmental safety
- Mechanical Skills: Air breathing cascade systems, breathing apparatus maintenance, equipment installation
- Electrical Skills: Calibration of electricity meters, electrical system maintenance, troubleshooting
- Safety Training: H2S Instructor, SCBA Instructor, Safety Inspection, first aid, CPR
- Project Management: Team leadership, cross-functional coordination, project planning and execution
- Client Relations: Customer relationship management (CRM), client retention strategies, contract negotiation
- Software Proficiency: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MS Outlook, CRM software, Typing
- Communication Skills: Technical training, client presentations, report writing
- Critical Thinker, Learning new things along the way
Certification
- Gas Monitoring Portable Certification, Industrial Scientific Corporation, How to use and How to repair in Pittsburg – Pennsylvania USA, 2020
- ISO 9001-2015, ISO-14001-2015, ISO 45001-2018, RICI, KSA, 2020
- Gas Sampling Certification, Gastec Corporation, Japan, 2018
- Gas Detection Made Easy Certification, Barcelona, Spain, 2016
- Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Instructor Certification, International Expertise Association, 2010
- Safety Inspection Certification, National Safety Council, Bahrain, 2008
- Environmental Products Skill Certification, SKC Products, UK, 2008
- CompAir Mako Compressor Certification, Dubai, UAE, 2007
- Electrical Meter Calibration and Maintenance Certification, Schlumberger, France, 1997
Accomplishments
- Client Retention: Boosted client retention through strategic relationship management.
- Service Efficiency: Reduced equipment downtime by 40% at Zaff International Co. Ltd. through enhanced technical training.
- ISO Certification: Spearheaded the successful ISO certification at Zaff International Co. Ltd., ensuring compliance with global standards.
- Successfully managed major accounts including Saudi Aramco, SABIC, and Halliburton.
- Trained over 100 personnel in gas detection systems and safety protocols.
Courses & Training
- Gas Detection and Maintenance Training, GDME System, Spain, 2016
- Sales & Service Training on Air Breathing Compressor, CompAir Mako, Dubai, 2007
- Technical & Operational Training on Fixed and Portable GDME System, Middle East Training Seminar, Bahrain, 2005
- Electrical Meter Calibration & Maintenance Training, Schlumberger Facility, France, 1997
- Successful Completion of Rig Safety Pass Training (IADC), Date Unspecified
- Successful Completion of Helicopter Training Course, Saudi Aramco, Saudi Arabia, Date Unspecified
- First Aid and CPR Training, Saudi Aramco, Saudi Arabia, Ongoing
Key Accounts Managed
Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Civil Defense, National Guard, Halliburton, Schlumberger, Baker Hughes, Zamil, Samsung, Ma'aden and more.
Languages
English - Arabic - Urdu/Hindi - Punjabi
References
References are available on request.
Timeline
Sales Manager
Remas Gulf Int'l Co. Ltd.
02.2022 - Current
Sales and Service Manager
Zaff International Co. Ltd.
08.1999 - 01.2022
Foreman
Arabian Metering Company (Schlumberger)
06.1997 - 06.1999
Sales Representative (Indoor Sales)
Al-Awad Trading Est.
06.1994 - 05.1997
Diploma of Associate Engineer -
Punjab Board of Technical Education
Bachelor's Degree - Economics -
University of Punjab
High School - Computer Science -
Govt. Murray College
SSE - Economics -
Govt. Christan High School
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