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Luay Abu-Odeh

Product Director and Business Development at First Gulf Company

Amman, Jordan

Work Experience

  • Product Director and Business Development

    First Gulf Company

    Apr 2024 - Present -1 yr, 1 month

    • Job Details:Spearheaded the alignment of IT infrastructure with business operations, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance of IT systems. Implemented ITIL-based processes to streamline IT service delivery, reducing downtime by 20% and improving system reliability. Negotiated and managed contracts with IT vendors, ensuring cost-effective solutions and adherence to SLAs. Collaborated with senior management to develop long-term IT strategies, focusing on scalability, security, and operational efficiency. Oversaw IT budgets, achieving a 15% reduction in operational costs while maintaining high service levels.
  • Operations, Projects Management and Business Development Manager

    Arabiacell

    Apr 2012 - Present -13 yrs, 1 month

    Jordan

    • Job Details:Directed eGov Jordan Notifications Center tender project, managing a $5m budget and ensuring compliance with government IT standards. Managed Banking Notifications Center projects with a $2m budget. Oversaw the deployment and maintenance of IT systems, ensuring 99.9% uptime and seamless integration with business processes. Implemented lean IT methodologies, reducing operational costs by 25% and improving IT service delivery efficiency.
  • Content Development Manager

    Arabiacell

    Apr 2007 - Present -18 yrs, 1 month

    Jordan

    • Job Details:Managed the delivery of digital content across web and mobile platforms, ensuring optimal performance and user engagement. Negotiated contracts with content providers, securing favorable terms and ensuring timely delivery of services. Monitored budgets for content delivery, achieving a 10% reduction in costs while maintaining service quality.
  • Senior Content Officer

    Info2cell

    Dec 2004 - Apr 2007 -2 yrs, 4 months

    Jordan

    • Job Details:Managed the integration of content delivery systems with mobile operators, ensuring seamless functionality and user experience. Led the Rotana Player and Alwan regional projects, overseeing the development of web and mobile applications.
  • Education

    • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems

      Al-Zaytoonah University

      Jan 2000 - Jan 2004 - 4 yr

    Skills

    Languages

    • Arabic

      Fluent
    • English

      Intermediate
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