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
2021.08 - 2023.08
- 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
2020.10 - 2021.03
- 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
2019.08 - 2020.03
- 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
2017.06 - 2019.06
- 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
2015.04 - 2017.06
- 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 2019.09 - 2020.07
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Capital University of Science and Technology
Islamabad, Pakistan 2011.09 - 2018.07
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
2021.08 - 2023.08
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
Zameen.com
2020.10 - 2021.03
MPM - Project Management
SZABIST
2019.09 - 2020.07
MARKETING EXECUTIVE
SHAHEEN ESTATE & BUILDERS
2019.08 - 2020.03
Operations Manager
RMAAC Private Ltd
2017.06 - 2019.06
Marketing Executive
Trade Wheel
2015.04 - 2017.06
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Capital University of Science and Technology
2011.09 - 2018.07