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Work History
Education
Skills
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Skillsaccomplishments
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Sumaiya Shaikh

Supervisor Commercial Card Operations
Los Angeles,CA
Sumaiya Shaikh

Summary

Results-driven operations and banking professional with 20+ years of experience in bank operations, sales, and customer relationship management. Proven track record of improving efficiency, enhancing customer experience, and driving business growth. Proactively drives business growth by consistently acquiring new accounts and expanding the client base. Possesses exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and organizational abilities. Adept at quickly adapting to diverse backgrounds and collaborating with others.

Overview

22
years of professional experience

Work History

City National Bank

AVP, Supervisor Commercial Card Operations
12.2023 - Current

Job overview

- Supervise and coordinate daily project activities, ensuring timely completion and quality delivery.

- Develop and assign tasks to staff, maintaining rigorous quality control and documentation standards.

- Ensure exceptional work quality, providing constructive feedback and coaching to team members.

- Design and deliver training programs for client-facing situations on Commercial Card Online platform.

- Successfully manage high-profile client projects, meeting tight deadlines and exceeding expectations.

- Collaborate with leadership to enhance products, processes, and client solutions.

- Foster teamwork, positive relationships, and open communication among colleagues and management

-1. Improved team client and internal services through process enhancements and efficiency gains.

2. Increased customer satisfaction through effective issue resolution.

3. Successfully led cross-functional projects, resulting in team growth

  • 4. Developed and implemented training programs, boosting employee engagement and retention

City National Bank

AVP, Commercial Card Account Manager
01.2018 - 12.2023

Job overview

- Successfully partnered with Commercial Card Product Manager and Sales Support Manager to streamline client onboarding, resulting in 99% client satisfaction rate.

- Collaborated with product team, expanding and onboarding a large relationship on the system with 100% satisfaction and being yeh key owner of the assigned program with 4000plus cards.

- Demonstrated initiative in building and maintaining strong business relationships, receiving 95% positive client feedback.

- Effectively managed multiple projects and timeframes, ensuring timely completion and exceeding performance targets.

- Provided exceptional support to Line colleagues, enhancing client service and fostering strong interdepartmental collaboration.

- Designed and delivered training programs for existing clients, increasing commercial card online client service to 100% satisfaction with creating mappers, expense reports etc.

- Offered expertise in supporting other Card Products, Credit Card Operations, and vendors ensuring seamless issue resolution (Commercial, Commercial AP, Extend, Visa).

CTBC Bank USA

Operations Special Coordinator
09.2016 - 12.2017

Job overview

- Coordinated day-to-day schedules for COO and Business Unit leaders

- Developed technical and non-technical solutions to business needs

- Analyzed business unit performance and identified efficiency improvements

- Managed projects, workflows, and vendor relationships

  • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
  • Reduced expenses for office supplies by negotiating contracts with suppliers, achieving cost savings without compromising on quality.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.

CTBC Bank USA

Treasury Management Support (Sales) Analyst/Bank Operations Special Coordinator
12.2014 - 09.2016

Job overview

- Onboarded new clients and set up accounts

- Achieved sales goals through deposit account acquisition

- Trained customers on business online banking products

  • Increased sales efficiency by streamlining data analysis and reporting processes.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaborations, working closely with finance, operations, and marketing teams to ensure cohesive strategies and shared goals.
  • Supported sales team performance by creating effective tracking tools and systems for monitoring progress.
  • Played an integral role in new product launches by conducting thorough market research and providing actionable insights for success.
  • Provided valuable insights to management with detailed competitor analysis and market assessments.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met and promoting repeat business.
  • Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
  • Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
  • Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.

OneWest Bank/Former First Federal Bank of CA

Personal Banker / Senior Banker
01.2006 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • - Managed a book of business for high-value clientsBuilt relationships with affluent business clients- Recommended financial solutions and expanded customer relationships
  • Builds customer relationships working with affluent business clients in order to meet their complex banking needs
  • Dedicates time to engage customers in meaningful conversation to understand customer needs
  • Navigates customers by recommending financial solutions with OneWest Bank products and service
  • Expands knowledge of OneWest Bank standards and culture in order to make appropriate suggestions for fulfilling customers' needs
  • Guides customers through more complex financial needs such as buying a home, funding retirement, and operating a small business
  • Book of Business of affluent clients

Bank of America

Teller/ Merchant Teller / Coordinator / Personal
01.2003 - 01.2006

Job overview


  • Opened new accounts and referred mortgage, wealth management, and SBA services- Managed branch operations, security, and customer transactions
  • Accept deposits and loan payments as well as withdrawals
  • Open branch, perform security check, process and investigate overdrafts, audit signature cards requests, approve teller transactions, order branch cash and supplies
  • Open new accounts, inputting customers' existing product information to help identify further service, make cold calls to gain local businesses and expand existing clientele opportunities
  • Refer Mortgages, Wealth Management Services, SBA and Merchants
  • Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
  • Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
  • Assisted customers with account inquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
  • Managed high-volume transactions efficiently while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accurate processing for customers.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, courteousness, and a strong work ethic.
  • Increased cross-selling opportunities by identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate banking products or services.
  • Served as primary point of contact for customers, providing assistance with account maintenance and transactions.
  • Supported team members in achieving branch goals through collaboration, communication, and shared responsibilities.
  • Streamlined transaction process, allowing for quicker service and reduced wait times for customers.
  • Supported team members during high-volume periods to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers with banking needs and inquiries.
  • Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers.
  • Supported team members during high-volume periods, ensuring timely service for all customers.

Education

Mafikeng High School
Mafikeng

High School Diploma

Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA

General Education Classes
01.2006

Skills

  • Salesforce
  • Centresuite
  • Edenred
  • Extend Platform
  • TSYS 1 & TSYS 2
  • Visa
  • Quick Remit
  • Notary Services
  • Metavante
  • IBS Insight
  • Fiserv
  • Weiland
  • Premier
  • Positive Pay
  • Enterprise Client Management
  • Excel
  • MS Word

References

References furnished upon request

Skillsaccomplishments

  • Efficient, Reliable & Hardworking
  • Proven Sales Records
  • Nominated and received certification for Winner Circles & Circle of Excellence
  • Certificate and Rewards for Top Performer in Sales/Cash Balancing
  • Notary Services License
  • Received a record of 100% Mystery Shop - Client Servicing satisfaction report

Timeline

AVP, Supervisor Commercial Card Operations

City National Bank
12.2023 - Current

AVP, Commercial Card Account Manager

City National Bank
01.2018 - 12.2023

Operations Special Coordinator

CTBC Bank USA
09.2016 - 12.2017

Treasury Management Support (Sales) Analyst/Bank Operations Special Coordinator

CTBC Bank USA
12.2014 - 09.2016

Personal Banker / Senior Banker

OneWest Bank/Former First Federal Bank of CA
01.2006 - 12.2014

Teller/ Merchant Teller / Coordinator / Personal

Bank of America
01.2003 - 01.2006

Mafikeng High School

High School Diploma

Santa Monica College

General Education Classes
Sumaiya ShaikhSupervisor Commercial Card Operations