Elias Sabanekh
@eliassabanekh
I've led international operations, business development, logistics, and ISO management-system certification across regional markets.
JordanWhat I'm looking for
I've led operations, commercial management, logistics, and business development across IBC Group, Seabulk SA, Cement Traders Inc., and construction-materials businesses in the region. At IBC Group, I led business development and strategic partnerships while coordinating the Integrated Management System certification for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 in June 2026.
Across 30+ years, I've managed cement imports, marine transportation, port operations, procurement, supply chains, contracts, P&L, and teams of approximately 100 employees. I focus on building practical partnerships, improving processes, controlling costs, and aligning cross-functional teams around business objectives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Business Development Manager
International Beverages Consultancy (IBC Group)
May 2025 - Jul 2026 (1 year 2 months)
Led business development initiatives and strategic relationship-building with customers, partners, and stakeholders. Served as Project Manager for the Integrated Management System (IMS) implementation covering ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, achieving successful certification in June 2026.
Senior Operations Manager
International Beverages Consultancy (IBC Group)
Oct 2016 - Apr 2025 (8 years 6 months)
Led senior operational and management activities, supporting organizational performance, process improvement, and business objectives. Managed cross-functional coordination, operational planning, supplier/customer relationships, and management reporting.
General Manager
Aldura Aldhabia for Construction Materials
Apr 2013 - Feb 2016 (2 years 10 months)
Led demand planning, forecasting, sourcing, procurement, logistics, and commercial activities for cement imports. Managed P&L and business targets while developing strategic sourcing and planning practices.
Sales Operations & Logistics
Libyan Cement Company
Aug 2012 - Apr 2013 (8 months)
Developed strategic logistics solutions for efficient, safe, and cost-effective cement distribution and handling. Supported execution of sales operations strategy and improved distribution solutions.
Commercial & Logistics Manager
Cement Traders Inc. (CTI)
Nov 2007 - Jul 2012 (4 years 8 months)
Directed transportation, logistics, and shipment management across the CTI group. Managed commercial issues, strategic logistics operations, finance, and cost control in line with management direction.
Operations Manager
Seabulk SA
Jul 1992 - Nov 2007 (15 years 4 months)
Managed cement terminal operations across multiple ports in Yemen, Algeria, and UAE. Led terminal operations, production, maintenance, purchasing, sales, and operational optimization, overseeing a team of approximately 100 employees.
Procurement Department
Jordanian Armed Forces Headquarters
Sep 1990 - Mar 1992 (1 year 6 months)
Worked in the procurement department, handling procurement-related tasks.
Logistics & Distribution Officer
Farah Institute for Children Publications
Oct 1988 - Jan 1990 (1 year 3 months)
Managed logistics and distribution operations for children's publications.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
American University of Cyprus
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration from the American University of Cyprus, completed in March 1988.
Terra Santa College
High School Diploma, General Studies
Secondary education from Terra Santa College, completed in May 1984.
Availability
Location
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