Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Fluent in both Arabic and English
Attended many managerial courses in sales and marketing , leadership , management
Timeline
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Salah Najem

Jeddah

Summary

Accomplished Area Branch Manager with a proven track record at Samba Financial Group, adept in operations management and staff development. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly reduced operational costs and enhanced team performance, achieving and surpassing sales targets. Expert in strategic planning and employee development, fostering strong client relationships and driving business growth.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Branch Manager

Samba Financial Group
08.2006 - 03.2021
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective services without sacrificing quality or service levels.
  • Collaborated with other branch managers to share best practices, benchmark results, and discuss ongoing challenges.
  • Enhanced branch efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative management strategies.
  • Managed daily operations for improved branch performance and profitability.
  • Exceeded sales targets with proactive business development efforts and relationship building techniques.
  • Implemented new technologies for increased productivity in branch operations.
  • Optimized financial growth by monitoring budget allocation and expense control measures.
  • Developed a high-performing team through recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Improved employee morale through effective communication, recognition programs, and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and safety standards at all times.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities within the local area.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to minimize potential losses from fraud or theft incidents.
  • Facilitated cross-selling initiatives among various departments for maximized revenue generation.
  • Streamlined loan approval processes for faster turnaround times on client applications.
  • Expanded market presence with targeted marketing campaigns and community outreach initiatives.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through effective staff training and development programs.
  • Fostered strong relationships with key clients, increasing customer loyalty and repeat business rates.
  • Initiated regular staff meetings to review performance metrics, address concerns, and motivate team members toward success.
  • Complied with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Area Sales Manager

Saudi French Bank
07.1991 - 08.2006
  • Established strong relationships with key clients, resulting in increased customer retention and satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing coaching, training, and mentoring to sales representatives.
  • Reported sales activity, generated sales quotations, and proposals and maintained customer contact database to achieve sales objectives and quota.
  • Managed a successful sales team, consistently achieving and exceeding monthly sales targets.

Planing and Development Department

Saudi National Bank
05.1988 - 11.1991

Planning and development of bank HR policy and procedures ( staff policies & career bath & succession planing & training courses & job descriptions ) as part of bank restructuring and implementing Booz Allen consulting recommendations

Education

Bachelor Degree Of Business Administration - Business Administration

Northrope University
United States Of America
12.1987

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Brand awareness
  • Staff development
  • Sales management
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Strong team-builder
  • Decision-making
  • Goals and performance
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Banking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Staff management
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Sales planning
  • Performance reviews
  • Employee development
  • Sales development
  • Market research
  • Process improvement
  • Business development expertise
  • Key performance indicators
  • Human resources

Accomplishments

Bottom line results orinted .

Fluent in both Arabic and English

Like reading & travelling & swimming

Attended many managerial courses in sales and marketing , leadership , management

Available upon request

Timeline

Area Branch Manager

Samba Financial Group
08.2006 - 03.2021

Area Sales Manager

Saudi French Bank
07.1991 - 08.2006

Planing and Development Department

Saudi National Bank
05.1988 - 11.1991

Bachelor Degree Of Business Administration - Business Administration

Northrope University
Salah Najem