Ayad Arif

Orchestrated product expansion into KSA and UAE by integrating regionally dominant suppliers, increasing regional supplier coverage by 80% and boosting platform bookings by 15%. Pioneered partnerships with leading payment providers such as Tabby, Tamara, and Mada, introducing interest-free installment options tailored to local consumer preferences, targeting a 20% increase in transaction volume &

Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive suite of discounting tools in collaboration with the Product Team, resulting in a 25% reduction in subsidy expenditure and a 20% improvement in budget allocation efficiency. Designed and implemented Business Resource Documents for all 5 Daraz Ventures, standardizing discounting strategies and enabling precision in user targeting, driving a 30% increas

Led and mentored a high-performing team of 3 analysts, establishing key business metrics that increased operational efficiency by 30% through data-driven insights. Built and automated a dynamic reporting infrastructure using SQL and Power BI, reducing manual reporting effort by 50% and enabling real-time visibility into KPIs for executive decision-making.

Conducted in-depth market analysis of China's coffee industry, identifying key growth drivers and evaluating emerging opportunities for companies such as Luckin Coffee (LKNCY). Designed and implemented a detailed financial model to forecast industry performance and valuation for market leaders, delivering actionable recommendations for investment strategies.

Won the competitive InKompass 2018 program, securing a prestigious internship with Philip Morris International. Optimized sales and distribution practices, identifying inefficiencies and recommending improvements that increased network productivity across 100+ distribution channels.

Conducted field research in Shireen Jinnah Colony, analyzing health-seeking behaviors of underserved families, including detailed data collection on medical histories, healthcare practices, and systemic challenges. Synthesized research findings into actionable insights, contributing to the program’s broader understanding of healthcare accessibility in low-income urban areas.

Completed a Bachelor of Science with Honors, focusing on Politics and Economics. This program provided a strong foundation in economic principles and political systems.

Completed both Ordinary Level and Advanced Level examinations. This foundational education provided a broad academic background.