Sami Majid
@samimajid
Senior Commercial Manager with expertise in business/digital transformation.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Commercial Manager with over 14 years of experience in driving business transformation and optimizing commercial operations across various sectors. My career has been marked by significant achievements, including orchestrating a £1.3 billion project and leading complex procurement initiatives that have resulted in substantial cost savings and revenue growth. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise in the TfL tender framework to deliver innovative solutions that enhance organizational efficiency.
Throughout my career, I have successfully developed and implemented commercial and pricing strategies that have yielded impressive results, such as reclaiming £40 million through strategic negotiations and enhancing gross profit margins from 55% to 69%. My ability to build and manage cross-functional partnerships has been instrumental in achieving business objectives and driving organizational agility. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can spearhead digital transformation initiatives and lead teams to exceed expectations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Commercial Manager
Transport for London
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
As a Senior Commercial Manager, I led a £1.3 billion track work modernization project, achieving an 80% stakeholder approval rate. I implemented innovative procurement strategies that improved efficiency by 30% and generated £5 million in revenue growth through comprehensive strategies.
Contract Manager
Department of Social Care & Health
Jan 2022 - Feb 2023 (1 year 1 month)
In my role as Contract Manager, I overhauled the contract negotiation process, recovering £40 million from disputes. I implemented negotiation strategy training for senior leadership, reducing resolution times by 25% and redesigned workflows to enhance contract management efficiency.
Commercial Manager
London Metropolitan University
Sep 2021 - Jan 2022 (4 months)
As Commercial Manager, I revitalized a £5M hospitality contract, increasing student satisfaction by 20%. I established a centralized reporting system that improved data accuracy by 40% and optimized budgets for various services, ensuring value for money.
Commercial Manager
Network Rail
Aug 2020 - Feb 2021 (6 months)
In this role, I streamlined payment processes for NEC3 contracts, reducing project delays by 20%. I chaired valuation meetings with stakeholders, enhancing communication and improving project tracking velocity by 30%.
Commercial Manager
Southeastern Railways
Jan 2020 - Oct 2020 (9 months)
I developed a cross-departmental cleanliness evaluation system for a £30M FM contract, boosting standards and passenger satisfaction by 20%. I managed a £5 million tender process, ensuring compliance and value for money.
Operations Manager
Taylor St Coffee
Jul 2019 - Dec 2019 (5 months)
As Operations Manager, I focused on enhancing operational efficiency and customer service. I implemented strategies that improved overall performance and profitability across the organization.
Commercial Transformation Manager
Kings College London
Sep 2016 - Jul 2019 (2 years 10 months)
I transformed commercial operations, doubling portfolio value to £2M and elevating gross profit margins through strategic diversification. I launched innovative revenue channels and developed a 5-year strategic plan aligned with sustainability goals.
Business Analyst
Old Wimbledonians CC
Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 4 months)
As a Business Analyst, I supported club administration and organized fundraising events. I led youth coaching sessions, contributing to community engagement and development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kaplan Financial
Certified Accounting Technician, Accounting
2020 -
Pursuing a Certified Accounting Technician qualification to enhance financial management skills and knowledge in accounting practices.
Self-Study
Postgraduate Diploma, Business Management
Engaged in self-study to achieve a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management, focusing on advanced business strategies and management principles.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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