Laeeq Mateen
@laeeqmateen
I lead commercial finance, P&L planning, pricing, and profitability initiatives across FMCG categories.
PakistanWhat I'm looking for
At BAT, I manage the full P&L for two product categories, lead product commercialization, shape pricing and trade programs, and deliver rolling forecasts and profitability insights for senior management.
Previously, I built financial models, budgets, feasibility studies, valuations, and M&A assessments at US Group, including business plans for footwear and workwear launches. I began at Nestlé Pakistan, leading electrical and automation troubleshooting, equipment upgrades, and maintenance improvement activities while mentoring a team of 30.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager Commercial Finance - FMCG
Systems x BAT
May 2026 - Present (3 months)
Manage full P&L for two product categories, lead end-to-end product launches, and drive pricing strategy and trade programs. Oversee financial closing processes and deliver market share targets through commercial planning.
Assistant Manager - Finance - FMCG
British American Tobacco (BAT) / Systems x BAT
Jan 2024 - Apr 2026 (2 years 3 months)
Delivered cost targets across trade spend and overheads, built financial models for pricing decisions, and analyzed channel profitability. Prepared monthly financial reports and ensured compliance with SOX controls.
Manager Strategy and New Business Development
US Group - US Apparel and Textile
Sep 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 3 months)
Developed operational budgets and financial forecasts, conducted market research and feasibility studies for new business verticals, and led M&A processes. Mentored a team of finance professionals.
Maintenance Engineer - Dairy and Juice
Nestle Pakistan
Aug 2016 - Aug 2020 (4 years)
Led troubleshooting activities focusing on electrical and automation, managed projects for equipment commissioning and upgrades, and achieved KPI targets for unplanned and planned stoppages. Mentored a team of 30.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Lahore University of Management Sciences
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2020 - 2022
Grade: 3.45
Pursued an MBA with a focus on finance and management, achieving a CGPA of 3.45.
Lahore University of Management Sciences
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
2011 - 2015
Grade: 3.13
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a CGPA of 3.13.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
PakistanAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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