Navaid Ahmed
Richmond,USA
Summary
Strategic Director of Engineering with 22 years of experience leading product-market strategy and supporting implementation of innovative products for unique niches. Creative strategic planner with product value and impact assessment prowess. End-to-end product leader successful bringing products from inception to rollout with efficiency and speed.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DIRECTOR OF PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
FOLIO3 SOFTWARE INC.
09.2017 - Current
PROGRAM/PRODUCT MANAGER
FOLIO3 SOFTWARE INC.
07.2016 - 08.2017
SR. PROJECT MANAGER
FOLIO3 SOFTWARE INC.
09.2013 - 06.2016
TECHNICAL MANAGER
NETPACE, INC.
11.2010 - 08.2013
PROJECT/PRODUCT MANAGER
FOLIO3 PVT. LTD.
04.2010 - 11.2010
PRODUCT MANAGER
PIXSENSE INC.
08.2008 - 04.2010
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
EDEV TECHNOLOGIES
05.2003 - 07.2008
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
BADARSOFT CONSULTING
01.2002 - 04.2003
Education
BS COMPUTER ENGINEERING -
SYED UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY KARACHI
Skills
- Cross-departmental Alignment
- Market Research Analysis
- Training and Onboarding
- Product Roadmapping
Product Management Portfolio
In my current organization, I led the development and execution of product strategies aligned with business objectives. Successfully owning one main product and multiple product areas, I ensured a holistic approach to product management, fostering innovation and growth., My expertise in conducting in-depth market research and collaborating with cross-functional teams to create and prioritize product roadmaps has been pivotal in delivering customer-centric solutions. I believe in qualitative research methodologies to gain a profound understanding of customer needs, domains, and overarching business requirements., Engaging with internal and external stakeholders has been a cornerstone of my approach. I possess a proven ability to gather requirements, receive valuable feedback, and build robust relationships with key partners. Understanding team dynamics and fostering healthy collaboration is integral to my professional philosophy., I have overseen numerous product releases, ensuring high-quality deliveries on schedule by coordinating effectively with development teams. My communication skills extend to articulating product plans, updates, and statuses to internal teams, executives, and diverse stakeholders through clear and compelling presentations., I am adept at defining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), collaborating on data collection and analysis, and integrating user feedback. My proficiency in monitoring metrics through dashboards and staying informed about market changes contributes to data-driven decision-making., In my continuous pursuit of excellence, I actively contribute to process improvement initiatives. Whether it's customer research, marketing analysis, or product development, I go beyond conventional practices, exploring innovative yet practical solutions that drive efficiency and effectiveness.
Certification
- Product Strategy Micro-Certification (2023)
- Product Roadmapping Micro-Certification (2023)
- Product Led Growth Micro-Certification (2023)
- Product Analytics Micro-Certification (2023)
- Generative AI Overview for Project Managers by PMI (2023)
- Salesforce Certified Associate (2023)
- Sun Certified Java Programmer (2001)
- Sun Certified Web Component Developer (2001)
- IBM Certified XML Developer (2002)
- IBM Certified Software Analyst with UML (2002)
- Brainbench certification in Project Management (2006)
- Introduction to CMMI ver 1.2 by SEI (2007)
- Magento Certified Solution Specialist (2016)
Other Skills Abilities
- Possessing more than 20+ years in project, product, technical management and software development.
- Part of pre-sales, kickoff, implementation, UAT and support phases of projects and products.
- An experienced manager with influencing, leading, and delegating abilities
- Ability to initiate/manage cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.
- Critical thinking, decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Result-oriented approach with ability to achieve the targets within given time.
- Experienced in managing, designing, developing, testing, training and implementing enterprise solutions, web applications, MIS systems, cloud services, and mobile apps.
- Complete management of Software Development Department resources including hiring, evaluation/assessment, assignment, controlling, progress tracking/monitoring, task assignments.
- Able to provide a private or public data center solution within an enterprise or service provider environment that can deliver cloud automation, workflow, and orchestration ranging over SaaS (Software as a Service), PaaS (Platform as a Service), and IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service).
- Extensive experience in systems analysis and design in large-scale environments.
- Expert knowledge of application design principles and industry practices.
- Experienced in the use of information/data modeling methods and tools.
- Suggesting improvements in software design and program specification to effectively satisfy the business needs.
- Experienced in planning, developing, and deploying development strategies for large enterprises.
- Working knowledge of creating project schedules and work breakdown structures.
- Proficient in technical documentation and users' guides.
- Practitioner of industry standards like ISO and CMMI.
- Self-motivated and a team player.
- Having excellent technical and communication skills
Projects And Clientele
- Christian Louboutin
- Dan Clark Audio
- SquareTrade
- TriLink BioTech
- AgriBeef
- Grupo Alvic (Spain)
- Group Buy Engine
- Amyris, Inc.
- TJM (Australia)
Introduction
Heading the product management department consisting of Sr. Product Managers, Product Manager and Associates. As the Head of Product Management, my role encompasses strategic leadership and oversight of the entire product management function. Develop and articulate the overall product strategy in alignment with the company's business objectives and vision. Collaborate with executive leadership to ensure product strategies align with broader organizational goals. Provide visionary leadership to the product management team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing product management team. Define and communicate a clear and compelling product roadmap that outlines short-term and long-term goals. Prioritize initiatives based on market trends, customer needs, and business impact. Work closely with engineering, marketing, sales, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on product priorities and successful product launches. Foster effective communication channels between product management and other departments. Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and industry advancements to inform product strategies. Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and threats, providing insights for product development. Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and concept development to launch, maintenance, and eventual retirement. Ensure products are consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Collaborate with finance and executive teams to create and manage budgets for product development and maintenance. Monitor and report on the financial performance of products, ensuring alignment with business goals. Foster a customer-centric approach to product management, ensuring that products address customer needs and pain points. Act as the voice of the customer within the organization. Encourage a culture of innovation within the product management team, promoting creative thinking and problem-solving. Implement processes and tools that enhance productivity and efficiency in product development. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success of product initiatives. Regularly evaluate and report on product performance, adjusting strategies as needed. Ensure products comply with relevant industry regulations, standards, and legal requirements. Provide regular updates and reports to executive leadership, communicating progress, challenges, and opportunities. By taking on these responsibilities, the Head of Product Management plays a pivotal role in driving the success and innovation of the organization's product portfolio. Get directly involved in all sales lead and pre-sales activities in order to get proposals prepared and respond to RFPs.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
FOLIO3 SOFTWARE INC.
09.2017 - Current
PROGRAM/PRODUCT MANAGER
FOLIO3 SOFTWARE INC.
07.2016 - 08.2017
SR. PROJECT MANAGER
FOLIO3 SOFTWARE INC.
09.2013 - 06.2016
TECHNICAL MANAGER
NETPACE, INC.
11.2010 - 08.2013
PROJECT/PRODUCT MANAGER
FOLIO3 PVT. LTD.
04.2010 - 11.2010
PRODUCT MANAGER
PIXSENSE INC.
08.2008 - 04.2010
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
EDEV TECHNOLOGIES
05.2003 - 07.2008
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
BADARSOFT CONSULTING
01.2002 - 04.2003
BS COMPUTER ENGINEERING -
SYED UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY KARACHI
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