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David Mayers

Bedfordshire

Summary

Dynamic founder and former head of pre-sales at iXerv Global and SAP Concur UAE, I excel in digital transformation and B2B sales strategy. With a proven track record of driving 190% of TCV quota and fostering trusted client relationships, I leverage SaaS expertise to deliver innovative solutions that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency. Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder

PRIMUSC
04.2022 - Current
  • Launched independent consultancy to deliver a wide range of business development advisory services
  • Ensures expert consultative support for Earned Wage Access and Employee Experience platforms as part of a wider HR, Payroll, Expense, and Business Travel technology strategy.

Channel Partner

IXERV GLOBAL UAE
04.2022 - 03.2023
  • Company Overview: Leading HR transformation services provider delivering Employee Experience technology & content to progressive businesses.
  • Retained via Master Service Agreement (MSA) to market latest iXerv products and expand existing global client base.
  • Leading HR transformation services provider delivering Employee Experience technology & content to progressive businesses.

Head Of Pre-Sales & Product, UAE-based

IXERV GLOBAL
04.2020 - 04.2022
  • Company Overview: Leading HR transformation services provider delivering Employee Experience technology & content to progressive businesses.
  • Headhunted to drive growth utilising coveted SAP Partner Manager Cloud agreement (PMC).
  • Deployed experience and overall business acumen to deliver results across emerging markets of Middle East and Southern Africa in addition to mature market within UK.
  • Built teams including extensive partner eco-systems to support scale within the SuccessFactors and other cloud-based HR and ERP solutions.

Consulting Manager, UAE-based

SAP CONCUR
06.2017 - 04.2020

Company Overview: SAP subsidiary

World-class provider of cloud-based SaaS solutions and travel and expense management products and services.

  • Handpicked to launch a new UAE office and build regional brand visibility and presence across the Middle East and emerging markets.
  • Accountable for revenue delivery; managed and developed a unique team, and supervised marketing, business development, pre-sales, and sales.
  • Captured and translated challenging and complex client requirements into functional specifications, and built out end-to-end cloud-based solutions aligned with SAP and non-SAP systems.
  • Delivered fit-for-purpose product functionality for the GCC region.
  • Smashed annual targets, delivered 190% ($5.1M) of TCV quota, and won the Best Emerging Market Unit award.
  • I have achieved the President's Club since 2013 for exceeding the sales quota.

Senior Solution Consultant, UK

SAP CONCUR
06.2013 - 06.2017
  • Company Overview: SAP Subsidiary.
  • World-class provider of cloud-based SaaS solutions, and travel and expense management products and services.
  • Head-hunted from KDS as a subject matter expert to support new business development and work with strategic partners to drive growth and market expansion across EMEA
  • Designed solutions, managed RFQs / bids and built trusted client relationships across multiple industry sectors
  • Hosted knowledge-sharing forums and presented at industry and client-specific events
  • Realised 50% revenue growth to $12M and built foundation that achieved circa $20M by 2018
  • Achieved first market entry in the Middle East, won all Big Four firms, and established a public-sector presence.
  • Accomplished International Business Partner status with IBM.
  • Enhanced customer journey and end-user experience.
  • Conducted two strategic and holistic product evaluations with a European perspective; presented findings, and worked with the US development team to implement UI design changes.

Pre-Sales Manager, Northern Europe

KDS
03.2012 - 06.2013

Company Overview: A French-headquartered, cloud-based SaaS technology solution provider for online business travel booking and expense management.

  • Accountable for RFQ/tender management, solution design, strategic partnerships, new business development, and CRM.
  • Sourced cross-sector business opportunities, built relationships, architected propositions, and demonstrated solutions aligned to client demands.
  • Won over ten new clients within 12 months; created a TCV revenue stream of €MM against stiff competition from market players, such as Concur.
  • Played a lead role in the flagship KDS Neo platform launch.
  • Appointed by the CEO to engage with the development team on product design, create and execute the early adopter roadmap, and support the presentation at the 2013 Business Travel Show.

Global Solution Architect

NGA HUMAN RESOURCES (NORTHGATEARINSO)
03.2010 - 02.2012

Company Overview: Recognized global leader in SaaS cloud and on-premise SAP-based HCM solutions, as well as BPO, HRO, and payroll outsourcing services.

  • Led bid management, solution design, product presentations, and project due diligence for global HR, BPO, and payroll outsourcing propositions.
  • Built trusted relationships with clients across multiple sectors.
  • Boosted revenue potential; played a key part in securing a €MM contract with a US/European car manufacturer and converted eight deals valued at €10M TCV.
  • Implemented the Qvidian automated proposal tool and designed and deployed a standardized design solution database with country-specific costing models.

Pre 2010 Management Positions

HR ACCESS UK and ADP UK

Senior Pre-Sales Consulting Manager, HR Access Solutions, UK.

Headhunted to establish a start-up providing HR application software products and payroll outsourcing services to multinational corporations (MNCs) in the UK and Ireland. Led pre-sales qualification, defined requirements, architected high-level designs, created and pitched propositions, and supported solution delivery. Penetrated the HR payroll space and secured three MNCs with over 2,000 employees.

Pre-Sales Managed Services Manager, ADP, UK.

Promoted to a senior management position following a progressive career with the company; directed seven team leaders, and headed 40-strong multidisciplinary teams. Founded a Payroll BPO and Managed Services offering that achieved significant new logo growth and revenues, and steered the launch of similar services in European locations. Gained U.S. / U.K. senior leadership recognition for innovation.

Education

MBA - Management Consultancy

York St John University (Robert Kennedy College)
United Kingdom & Switzerland
05-2025

Project Management Diploma - Project Management

Open University

Business Studies Diploma - Business Studies

Richmond Upon Thames College
United Kingdom

Skills

  • SaaS & Cloud Products & Services
  • Digital Transformation
  • System Architecture
  • Employee Experience
  • B2B Sales Strategy
  • Value Propositions
  • Pre-sales
  • Bid & Pricing Management
  • Market Entry Strategy & Execution
  • Operational Team Leadership
  • Project & Budgetary Management
  • Business Development
  • Complex Problem Resolution
  • C-level Engagement
  • Trusted Advisor
  • Client & Stakeholder Relationships
  • Communications
  • Public Speaking
  • Webinar Presentations
  • MS Office
  • Collaboration and Visual Workspace tools
  • Cloud Platforms
  • Salesforce
  • SAP Concur
  • SAP SuccessFactors
  • Zoho Expense and Travel
  • Design Thinking
  • White Boarding

Affiliations

  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
  • Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP)
  • Association of Project Managers

Hobbies and Interests

  • Charity Volunteer
  • Board Advisor - SME focus & Emerging Market
  • Fundraiser
  • Published Short Story and Poetry Writer

Technical Skills

  • MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Collaboration and Visual Workspace tools Mural & Iris
  • Cloud Platforms
  • Salesforce
  • Design Thinking & White Boarding Enthusiast

Certification

  • Generative AI Course - LinkedIn
  • AI in Fintech Essentials
  • Digital Transformation
  • Sandler B2B Sales Course

Timeline

Founder

PRIMUSC
04.2022 - Current

Channel Partner

IXERV GLOBAL UAE
04.2022 - 03.2023

Head Of Pre-Sales & Product, UAE-based

IXERV GLOBAL
04.2020 - 04.2022

Consulting Manager, UAE-based

SAP CONCUR
06.2017 - 04.2020

Senior Solution Consultant, UK

SAP CONCUR
06.2013 - 06.2017

Pre-Sales Manager, Northern Europe

KDS
03.2012 - 06.2013

Global Solution Architect

NGA HUMAN RESOURCES (NORTHGATEARINSO)
03.2010 - 02.2012

Pre 2010 Management Positions

HR ACCESS UK and ADP UK

MBA - Management Consultancy

York St John University (Robert Kennedy College)

Project Management Diploma - Project Management

Open University

Business Studies Diploma - Business Studies

Richmond Upon Thames College
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