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MARIYAM IFTIKHAR

MARIYAM IFTIKHAR

London,United Kingdom

Summary

Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

PROJECT MANAGER

Markalytics
Islamabad, Pakistan
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Delivered on projects' key objectives with agreed budgets, timelines and standards.
  • Embedded lean governance operating models, valuing ownership, predictability and transparent delivery over pre-prepared project reporting.
  • Adhered to project governance cadence and escalation routes.
  • Used project management tools and techniques for positive, successful outcomes.
  • Implemented and maintained appropriate systems to enable successful planning and scheduling.
  • Led technical delivery teams with in-depth understanding of processes and techniques to deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Identified and deployed resources with individual responsibilities for project completion.
  • Managed workforce planning, compiling information for informed decision-making.
  • Streamlined multiple plans and dependencies across range of teams into single overarching perspectives and plans.
  • Acted as single point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

Zameen.com
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Collaborated with marketing to implement market-specific campaigns, boosting sales by 70%.
  • Maximised lead generation by participating in 2020 industry events, including Sales Expo and Different Property Expo.
  • Maintained active communication with prospects by sending timely targeted Sales materials, improving lead conversion rate by 50%.
  • Facilitated sales forecasting by creating and maintaining accurate records in Prop force (A Customised CRM used by Zameen.com).
  • Created and delivered sales presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint, receiving 60% positive client feedback.
  • Strengthened existing client relationships through multi-channel engagement, increasing repeat business by 40%.
  • Contacted and converted potential customers via telephone, email and in-person enquiries.
  • Attended prominent industry trade shows, exhibitions and events across Pakistan.
  • Closed complex, lucrative deals with new customers.
  • Achieved high levels of client satisfaction by analysing requirements and customising solutions to meet client needs.

MARKETING EXECUTIVE

SHAHEEN ESTATE & BUILDERS
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Crafted compelling written content optimised for SEO, helping to improve online ranking.
  • Monitored market trends to remain ahead of competitors, consistently meeting client demands.
  • Managed marketing budgets with data and results-driven decision making.
  • Created engaging marketing materials, driving campaign and brand awareness.
  • Spearheaded lead generation activities to promote brand awareness and interest within target market.
  • Determined strategy for social media marketing for cohesive messaging across multiple platforms.
  • Optimised landing pages, social media posts and online copy for specific audiences.

Operations Manager

RMAAC Private Ltd
Islamabad, Pakistan
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • Aided senior leadership by recommending corrective actions and improvements to company operations.
  • Analysed financial data to track and achieve budget targets.
  • Served as key corporate representative, liaising with various stakeholders in support of operational excellence.
  • Strategically scheduled and managed 30+ staff members, maintaining high-performing business operations.
  • Minimised discrepancies by effectively training employees on best practices, policies and procedures.
  • Reduced costs and improved operations by analysing processes and customer feedback.
  • Developed, recommended and implemented strategies to improve employee work quality and speed.
  • Adhered to employee relations processes while recruiting, retaining and developing staff.

Marketing Executive

Trade Wheel
Islamabad, Pakistan
04.2015 - 06.2017
  • Monitored market trends to remain ahead of competitors, consistently meeting client demands.
  • Managed marketing budgets with data and results-driven decision making.
  • Coordinated promotional activities and trade shows to increase brand visibility.
  • Conducted market research to identify key customer segments and target audiences.

Education

MPM - Project Management

SZABIST
Islamabad, Pakistan
09.2019 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing

Capital University of Science and Technology
Islamabad, Pakistan
09.2011 - 07.2018

Skills

  • Training and development
  • Analytical problem solving
  • Project planning and development
  • Staff Management
  • New product introductions strategies
  • Fluent in English
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Team Bonding
  • Project Management
  • Procedure development

Languages

English
Advanced
Urdu
Native

Timeline

PROJECT MANAGER

Markalytics
08.2021 - 08.2023

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

Zameen.com
10.2020 - 03.2021

MPM - Project Management

SZABIST
09.2019 - 07.2020

MARKETING EXECUTIVE

SHAHEEN ESTATE & BUILDERS
08.2019 - 03.2020

Operations Manager

RMAAC Private Ltd
06.2017 - 06.2019

Marketing Executive

Trade Wheel
04.2015 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing

Capital University of Science and Technology
09.2011 - 07.2018

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