Raheel Saeed
@raheelsaeed
I lead customer operations teams delivering reliable multi-site B2B services.
What I'm looking for
At Elis UK, I lead a 12+ person Account Management and customer relations team delivering monthly service for 2,500+ active customer accounts worth over £3 million annually. I oversee SLAs, complaints, escalations, renewals, service reviews and cross-functional actions to protect customer confidence and improve delivery.
I've built more than 19 years of customer-facing experience across B2B account operations, managed services, field sales, procurement, regulated financial services and retail. I bring a supportive, visible and accountable leadership style, using CRM, operational data, Advanced Excel and Power BI to turn customer feedback and service failures into practical improvements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Customer Service Manager
Elis UK Ltd
Aug 2023 - Present (3 years)
Leads a 12+ person team overseeing service delivery for 2,500+ active customer accounts with a combined annual portfolio value exceeding £3 million. Directs serious complaints and escalations, governs SLAs, and coordinates contract renewals and cross-functional resolution.
Senior Office Supplies Manager
Aurora Managed Services Ltd
Mar 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year 5 months)
Managed and supported a team of three colleagues, allocating priorities and providing guidance on customer and service issues. Led resolution of service and delivery issues by coordinating customers, colleagues, and operational teams.
Senior Field Sales Executive
Lyreco UK Ltd
Sep 2016 - Mar 2022 (5 years 6 months)
Managed and retained a B2B customer portfolio across Central and East London, conducting regular account reviews and coordinating with internal teams to resolve issues. Worked independently across a remote and field-based territory.
Accounts Manager / Sales Executive
H&S Polythene Ltd
Apr 2014 - May 2016 (2 years 1 month)
Managed existing customer relationships across public sector and education, acting as the operational link between customers, accounts, suppliers, warehouse, and senior management. Managed purchasing with UK and overseas suppliers and resolved stock, delivery, and payment issues.
Sales Negotiator
Haart
Jul 2013 - Mar 2014 (8 months)
Supported buyers and sellers throughout viewings, offers, negotiations, and transaction progress, coordinating appointments and liaising with mortgage advisers, solicitors, and surveyors.
Customer Advocate
Speedy Cash Ltd
Feb 2013 - Jul 2013 (5 months)
Delivered accurate customer service across regulated financial transactions, handling sensitive complaints and queries within agreed timescales. Processed and balanced cash and maintained transaction records.
Senior Sales Associate / Head Cashier
GAP Inc.
Mar 2007 - Feb 2013 (5 years 11 months)
Held senior customer-service and cash-office responsibilities, including till and safe balancing, till audits, stock activity, and loss-prevention procedures. Trained new employees and resolved customer escalations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Newham College of Further Education
Certificate, Heating & Ventilation
2008 - 2009
Completed a program in Heating & Ventilation at Newham College of Further Education.
Newham College of Further Education
Certificate, Electrical Engineering
2007 - 2008
Completed a program in Electrical Engineering at Newham College of Further Education.
NewVIc Sixth Form
National Diploma, General Studies
2005 - 2007
Completed a National Diploma at NewVIc Sixth Form.
Forest Gate Community School
GCSE, General Education
2000 - 2005
Grade: A-C
Completed 9 GCSEs with grades A-C at Forest Gate Community School.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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