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Sameeh Sohbi

Summary

IT, Web & Digital Project/Product Manager with 10+ years of experience delivering transformational changes to achieve strategic aims and provide customers with the best possible service. Proven ability to lead and manage projects of all sizes and complexities, from concept to completion. Expertise in a variety of delivery methodologies and principles, including Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid. Passionate about building and leading high-performing teams and delivering innovative solutions that meet and exceed customer expectations. Strong track record of success in business analysis, product management, digital project management, project team management, web project management, social media analytics, R&D, UX/UI design, business intelligence, website development, stakeholder relationship management, team collaboration, dashboard development, and localization.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IT Project Manager

ACMC
01.2022 - Current
  • Strategically manage and coordinate IT projects, aligning business units' demands with IT solutions and overseeing change management.
  • Lead projects including ERP, CRM, and digital initiatives.
  • Responsibilities include requirements gathering and documentation, stakeholder management, project schedule management, risk management, and change management.

Digital Project Manager

Tinext Middle East
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Successfully managed complex digital transformation projects for leading private sector entities, including Tawuniya Insurance Company, Zain Kuwait, and NBK Bank.
  • Led activities across various aspects of digital experience (DX), user experience (UX), and user interface (UI) design and implementation.
  • Managed major digital and development projects involving multiple digital channels (web and mobile).

IT Project Manager

Tabadul (Saudi Customs Project)
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Managed strategic digital transformation projects in the government sector, focusing on transitioning from legacy systems to advanced web-based applications. Led the Nebras 1.5 Legacy Transformation Project for Saudi Customs.

Digital Program Manager

Knowledge Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Oversaw the strategic management of a program of projects and initiatives, leading a professional team to deliver IT systems and applications.
  • Successfully managed over 20 projects for renowned clients in the GCC region.

Web Project Manager and Business Analyst

Knowledge Corporation
01.2009 - 01.2016
  • Managed projects from start to finish, including planning, execution, and communication.
  • Collaborated with clients and development teams to gather requirements, manage expectations, and resolve issues.
  • Conducted system analysis and prepared technical and financial proposals.
  • Provided consultations on technical solutions.
  • Successfully managed over 30 projects for renowned customers in the GCC region.

Analyst Programmer

Virtusales Publishing Limited
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Acted as an analyst developer for innovative online publishing software.

Education

MSc - Internet Applications Development

University of Brighton
Brighton, UK
12.2007

BSc (HONS) - Computer Science

Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge, UK
12.2004

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Product Management
  • Business Analysis
  • Digital Programs
  • Digital Transformation
  • Web Projects
  • R&D
  • UX/UI Analysis
  • Business Intelligence
  • Website Projects
  • Stakeholder Relationships
  • Team Collaboration
  • Localization
  • Training
  • Web Analytics

Certification

  • Project Management Institute (PMI), PMP
  • The Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC), Lean Six Sigma White Belt
  • University of Maryland, Product Management Essentials
  • University of Virginia, Digital Transformation
  • University of Alberta, Introduction to Software Product Management
  • IBM, Introduction to Agile Development and Scrum

Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

IT Project Manager

ACMC
01.2022 - Current

Digital Project Manager

Tinext Middle East
01.2021 - 01.2022

IT Project Manager

Tabadul (Saudi Customs Project)
01.2019 - 01.2021

Digital Program Manager

Knowledge Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2019

Web Project Manager and Business Analyst

Knowledge Corporation
01.2009 - 01.2016

Analyst Programmer

Virtusales Publishing Limited
01.2008 - 01.2009

MSc - Internet Applications Development

University of Brighton

BSc (HONS) - Computer Science

Anglia Ruskin University
Sameeh Sohbi