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Abhijit Raipure

@abhijitraipure

Senior IT & Digital Strategy Leader | 25+ years | UAE & KSA | Cloud · Cybersecurity · ERP · KNX Smart Automation | Open to senior IT roles.

United Arab Emirates

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What I'm looking for

A senior IT leadership role in Dubai where I can drive real technology transformation — not just manage infrastructure. I want to work with a forward-thinking organisation that values strategic thinking, operational excellence and innovation. An environment where technology decisions are taken seriously at the executive level and where I can build, lead and grow a high-performing IT team.

I am a Senior IT & Digital Strategy Leader with 25+ years of experience delivering enterprise technology transformation across logistics, construction, healthcare and financial services sectors in the UAE and KSA.

My career has been built on one core belief — technology should drive measurable business outcomes, not just keep the lights on. From delivering $180K+ in annual cost savings at Al Faris Equipment Rentals to reducing IT costs by 35% at IFS Medical, I have consistently translated complex technology challenges into tangible business results.

I bring deep expertise across cloud platforms (Azure & AWS), cybersecurity (Microsoft 365, MFA, DLP, Conditional Access), ERP governance, Oracle database administration and enterprise infrastructure. I am also KNX Secure Certified, giving me a strong edge in smart building automation and IoT — increasingly critical in modern construction, real estate and hospitality environments.

Currently at Elektrogrid Trading LLC in Dubai, I am leading enterprise tech transformation, smart building automation and digital roadmap execution across construction and real estate sectors.

Beyond the technical — I lead teams, manage budgets, negotiate vendors and report at board level. I am equally comfortable in a server room and a boardroom.

I am now looking for a senior-level IT leadership opportunity in Dubai where I can bring this depth of experience to a fast-moving, growth-oriented organization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Technology & Solutions Manager

Current

Elektrogrid Trading LLC

Mar 2024 - Present (2 years)

Leading tech transformation, smart building automation and IoT initiatives at Elektrogrid Trading LLC, Dubai. Responsible for ERP governance, IT operations and executive reporting. Defining technology roadmaps that drive business growth across construction and real estate sectors using KNX Secure certification, cloud platforms and enterprise integrations.

IT Manager

Al Faris Equipment Rentals

Dec 2021 - Feb 2024 (2 years 2 months)

Managed the IT team, overseeing hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews. Responsible for budgeting, training programs, and ensuring data and network security. Developed IT policies and managed significant IT initiatives.

Team Management Budget Management Data Security Policy Management Vendor Management Training Development Performance Reviews Change Management Problem Solving

Group IT Manager

IFS Medical Surgical Equipment & Instruments Trading L.L.C

Sep 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 3 months)

Supervised IT resources across departments, managed budgets, and created strategic plans. Led a team of 10, focusing on procurement, implementation, and training.

Budget Management IT Management Strategic Planning Team Leadership Performance Management Procurement Training Troubleshooting Implementation

Strategy & Planning Lead

Sharaf Shipping Agency

Nov 2017 - Aug 2019 (1 year 9 months)

Led operational and financial reporting, data warehousing, and business intelligence initiatives. Managed in-house development and training, focusing on troubleshooting and customer liaison.

Data Warehousing Business Intelligence DBA Training Troubleshooting Strategic Planning Performance Management Implementation Indexing

Senior Oracle DB Administrator

DA-Desk FZ LLC

Aug 2004 - Nov 2017 (13 years 3 months)

Managed database administration, data integration, and migration. Conducted performance checks and implemented new SOPs while overseeing project management and testing.

Database Administration Data Integration Performance Management Project Management Testing

Oracle DBA

Net Connect Pvt. Ltd

Jan 2001 - Aug 2004 (3 years 7 months)

Handled database administration tasks, including managing materialized views and SQL query tuning. Provided technical support and ensured database performance.

Database Administration SQL Tuning Technical Support Performance Management Materialized Views Unix Troubleshooting