Rishi Sevak

Executive Leader in Strategic Commercial Leadership & Global Supply Chain Management
Manama, BH.

About

Results-driven executive with over two decades of experience in strategic commercial leadership, global supply chain management, and high-value contract execution. Proven ability to drive significant revenue growth, optimize operations, and foster cross-functional collaboration. Currently leveraging entrepreneurial skills in market development and strategic oversight across Bahrain, USA, and KSA.

Work

Provenance Global / MCT Brattberg Middle East
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Founder & Director

Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain

Summary

Founded a strategic enterprise focusing on market development and business solutions, while actively directing commercial success for a leading industry player in the Middle East.

Highlights

Established Provenance Global as a strategic enterprise, focusing on market development and business solutions across Bahrain, USA, and KSA.

Provide active strategic oversight and drive commercial success within the Middle East region as a Director for MCT Brattberg Middle East.

Leverage entrepreneurial acumen to identify and capitalize on new market opportunities, fostering strategic partnerships.

Guide strategic initiatives and operational excellence, ensuring high-level commercial outcomes and sustainable growth.

BMMI
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Senior Manager – Commercial

Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain

Summary

Led commercial strategy and operations for a diversified group, driving significant revenue growth, optimizing global supply chains, and securing high-value contracts across diverse sectors.

Highlights

Developed and implemented a comprehensive business strategy, resulting in a 25% increase in company revenue over three years.

Spearheaded the successful development and launch of Own Brands Products in FMCG & HORECA categories across Middle East & Africa, enhancing market presence.

Streamlined supply chain operations across three continents, ensuring cost-effective procurement and timely delivery of quality ingredients.

Secured high-value contracts, expanding group exposure in NGO, Defense, and Oil & Gas sectors across multiple regions.

Proactively identified and implemented cost-saving opportunities in collaboration with cross-functional teams, optimizing operational efficiency.

Managed strategic partnerships, driving significant contract acquisition and sustained revenue growth for the division.

Implemented financial controls and performance metrics, resulting in year-on-year operational cost reduction and enhanced accountability.

BMMI
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BD & Commercial Manager

Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain

Summary

Directed business development and commercial initiatives, achieving substantial revenue growth, optimizing procurement, and implementing robust risk and forecasting systems.

Highlights

Devised and executed a comprehensive business development strategy that delivered a 40% increase in division revenue.

Secured two major multi-million supply contracts in the Defense, NGO, and Oil & Gas industries across Middle East & Africa.

Developed and implemented a supplier performance management system, enhancing supplier relationships and quality control.

Negotiated and implemented new supplier contracts, boosting division profitability by 10%.

Created a demand forecasting system with 95% accuracy, leading to improved inventory management and cost savings.

Analyzed data to mitigate supply chain risks and streamline operations, resulting in an 18% reduction in lead time.

Mentored team members to proactively improve operational efficiencies and achieve superior outcomes.

BMMI
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Commercial Manager

Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain

Summary

Managed commercial department operations, optimizing resource utilization, fostering customer relationships, and leading successful bid and program execution for government projects.

Highlights

Managed department budget, optimizing resource utilization and achieving top and bottom-line financial objectives.

Formulated an effective pricing strategy, resulting in a 30% increase in market share.

Led a high-performing team of customer-focused representatives, consistently exceeding sales quotas for four consecutive quarters.

Spearheaded supply chain solutions and captured initiatives for major and minor government projects worldwide through successful bid planning and submission.

Fostered and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers and customers, securing new business and increasing brand recognition by 10%.

Identified staff development needs, organized appropriate training, and coached junior staff in company values and expected behaviors.

Al Mulla Cargo
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Assistant Sales Manager

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Summary

Managed key clientele accounts and international associate relationships, resolving operational issues, and providing comprehensive freight forwarding and logistics services.

Highlights

Managed esteemed clientele accounts within the region, fostering strong relationships and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Corresponded with international associates to negotiate rates and optimize freight forwarding services.

Served as an escalation point for operational and documentation issues, providing guidance and intervention to ensure smooth logistics operations.

Provided comprehensive freight forwarder and logistics services, establishing and maintaining relationships with customers and suppliers.

Pan Gulf Logistics
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Operations Officer

Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain

Summary

Managed import/export documentation, inventory, and vessel agency operations, while conducting market studies and preparing management reports.

Highlights

Managed import and export documentation, coordinating with Customs & Port Authorities for seamless trade operations.

Maintained accurate inventory reports for shipping lines, ensuring efficient stock management.

Acted as agents for two Project Vessels (M/V Coastal Spider, M/V Raven) in the Shores of Bahrain, overseeing vessel requirements.

Conducted market studies for E-Logistics, providing insights to enhance company services.

Prepared monthly reports for management, detailing operational performance and key metrics.

Education

SP Jain School of Global Management
Singapore, Singapore

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Business Administration

The Institute of Leadership & Management
London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Level 5 Diploma

Leadership and Management

The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport
London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Diploma

Logistics & Transportation

Sardar Patel University
Gujarat, Gujarat, India

Bachelor's

Commerce

Global Institute for Management Science
Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain

Diploma

Software Engineering

Languages

English

Certificates

CIPS Certification

Issued By

CIPS

CCNA - Cisco Certification

Issued By

Cisco

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Issued By

Project Management Institute (PMI)

Senior Leadership Program
EPIC - Leadership Development Program
Finance for Non-Finance Managers
Route to Market Strategy

Skills

Strategic Planning & Execution

Strategic Planning, Business Strategy Development, Market Development, Program Management, Execution, Business Solutions, Commercial Leadership.

Global Contract Lifecycle Management

Contract Negotiation, High-Value Contracts, Capture Management, Strategic Partnerships, Government Contracts (NGO, Defense, Oil & Gas), Bid Planning & Submission.

Supply Chain & Procurement Optimization

Supply Chain Management, Cost Optimization, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Management, Demand Forecasting, Supplier Performance Management, Supply Chain Risk Mitigation, Operational Efficiency Improvement.

Operational & Financial Control

Financial Controls, Operational Cost Reduction, Performance Metrics Implementation, Budget Management, KPI Tracking, Profitability Enhancement.

Stakeholder & Risk Management

Stakeholder Relationship Management, Customer Satisfaction, Supplier Relationships, Risk Management, Customer Feedback Systems.

Product Development & Launch

Product Development, Product Launch, FMCG, HORECA, User Engagement, Retention Strategies.

Leadership & Team Development

Talent Acquisition & Retention, Team Mentorship, Cross-functional Collaboration, Staff Development, Innovation & Adaptability, Employee Productivity.

Interests

Travelling
Reading
Writing
Networking
Motorcycle Cruising
Rishi Sevak