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UMER FAROOQ

UMER FAROOQ

Brooklyn,USA

Summary

Hardworking professional with extensive experience in trend analysis, driving client value and enhancing business profitability. Proven ability to adapt to new environments and undertake necessary training for role requirements. Strong analytical skills combined with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Theatre Wallay - Theatrical & Creative Arts
, Pakistan
03.2018 - 11.2021

· Managed operations of theatre premises while organizing logistics for onsite and touring productions.

· Negotiated vendor contracts and arranged venues, hotel accommodations, flights, and transportation.

· Developed programs, activities, agendas, and budgets tailored to diverse clients and projects.

· Created production plans for both commercial theatre and theatre for social development initiatives as well as curated exhibitions for diverse visual artists' work.

· Managed social media marketing and handled client questions and concerns via different communication channels to deliver exceptional customer service.

Project Manager

Imperial Technologies UK
Manchester, UK
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Led project management for Royal Quays website, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints, defining objectives and collaborating with clients to achieve outputs.
  • Monitored project risks and issues, developed mitigation strategies, and facilitated escalations to minimize project disruptions.
  • Established change management processes to document and agree on deliverable modifications, enhancing project clarity and stakeholder alignment.
  • Developed training manuals and conducted on-site training for client team on website usage, improving user adoption and satisfaction.

Product Manager

Alpha Accessories Ltd
Manchester, UK
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Collaborated with business management and project managers to optimize product upselling strategies, resulting in increased sales across Amazon, eBay, and website orders.
  • Researched keywords and optimized product titles, descriptions, bullet points, and images to boost conversions.
  • Developed branding strategies and implementation models that enhanced product visibility and engagement across e-commerce channels.
  • Executed marketing campaigns for promotional offers on social media.

Operations Support Associate

T-Mobile
Darlington, UK
11.2010 - 04.2013

· Provided technical support for mobile network and home broadband internet, T-Mobile apps and services support.

· Resolved issues related to Android phones, iPhones, and iPads, ensuring optimal application functionality.

· Ensured adherence to KPIs and service level agreements through proactive issue management and support.

· Provided Blackberry Internet Service and Blackberry Enterprise Server troubleshooting for various devices.

· Conducted training sessions on emerging mobile technologies to enhance team knowledge and skills.

Telesales Representative

SITEL Worldwide
Newcastle, UK
01.2010 - 10.2010

· Managed two distinct tele sales campaigns: home form & capital one credit card. Sold home improvement products and arranged designer appointments with potential customers and for capital one credit card, activated credit cards and promoted payment protection insurance.

Operations Support Associate

Mobilink
, Pakistan
01.2007 - 01.2008

Supported operations by resolving complaints and processing queries from front offices across the country. Handled bulk mobile network issues, billing issues, restorations and subscriptions for countrywide franchises and service centers.

· Achieved key performance indicators (KPIs) while maintaining high service levels.

Customer Relations Officer

Telenor
, Pakistan
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Delivered customer support for product and service inquiries, directly contributing to improved customer satisfaction.
  • Surpassed personal KPI targets through strategic initiatives that aligned with team goals.

Education

Master of Science - Telecommunication / Project Management

University of Sunderland
UK
01-2010

Bachelor of Arts - English, Sociology, Statistics

University of Punjab
Pakistan
08-2004

Skills

Achieved best sales ambassador, top tele-sales advisor, top customer services representative and employee of the month award with four different employers

Project Management Sales & Client relationship management

Social media Marketing and Management Leadership and teamwork

Photography expertise Collaborative artistry Exhibition planning

Timeline

Operations Manager

Theatre Wallay - Theatrical & Creative Arts
03.2018 - 11.2021

Project Manager

Imperial Technologies UK
01.2016 - 01.2018

Product Manager

Alpha Accessories Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2016

Operations Support Associate

T-Mobile
11.2010 - 04.2013

Telesales Representative

SITEL Worldwide
01.2010 - 10.2010

Operations Support Associate

Mobilink
01.2007 - 01.2008

Customer Relations Officer

Telenor
01.2005 - 01.2007

Master of Science - Telecommunication / Project Management

University of Sunderland

Bachelor of Arts - English, Sociology, Statistics

University of Punjab
UMER FAROOQ