Omayr Ghani

Management professional with a robust background in leading cross-functional teams and driving operational excellence. Armed with an MBA, complemented by a recent Masters in Middle Eastern Studies, I have cultivated a unique blend of analytical rigor and contextual understanding of geopolitical trends in the Middle East. In addition to my hands-on management experience.

I have gained a brief but insightful exposure to the political arena and honed my communication skills through various writing assignments. I am keen to leverage this multidimensional expertise to contribute meaningful analysis and innovative strategies to a forward-thinking think tank. My proven track record of combining managerial acumen with academic proficiency positions me to offer a fresh, impactful perspective on pressing regional issues.

2018-2022 JUICEWORKS, Manchester, UK Commercial Manager

• Negotiate contracts and framework agreements with NHS, national distributors, and international airline buying groups
• Increased Sales by 40% through acquisition of new accounts
• Reduced running costs by 7% through smarter procurement

2017-2018 AFZAL KHAN MP , CONSITUENCY OFFICE, Manchester, UK

• Advised on policy
• Emailed constituents on MP’s behalf
• Corresponded with Home Office and Local Government to effect change for constituents

2015-2017 OLYMPIC FOODS, Liverpool, UK

Commercial Manager

• Preparing reports for viability of retail development
• Analysing profitability of each sector, instructing the firm as to which products should be discontinuedor promoted
• Re-orienting value chain as part of move into a new premises, delivering an average reduction in running costs

2014 NEW BRITAIN OILS, Liverpool, UK

Logistics Manager, Summer Intern

• Identified new, more profitable shipping routes throughout Mediterranean.
• Saved up to 10% on existing shipping routes by establishing relationships with new suppliers

2006 – 2013 OLYMPIC FOODS, Liverpool, UK

2010 - 2013 Purchasing Manager

• Accountable for a £35M purchasing budget.
• Tracked commodities markets, negotiating with suppliers to secure optimum product pricing.
• Led an analysis of packaging costs, recommending a shift to in-house manufacturing for specific product line packaging, delivering an annual saving of £160K.

2008 - 2010 Sales Manager

• Developed and managed 50 major accounts including Nando’s, Domino’s and Bestway Cash &Carry.
• Worked with clients and the in-house R&D team to specify, develop and deliver tailored productofferings.

2009- 2022 CEASEFIRE MAGAZINE

• Commissioned and edited articles for quarterly publication and website
• Wrote monthly column on Irish politics as well as book reviews and articles on Middle East

2022-2023 SOAS (University of London), London, UK

FT MA Middle Eastern Studies

• Studied Arabic Language
• Completed additional modules on development, water rights, international relations, critical geography, area studies and state functionality to a distinction level
• Submitted dissertation on the foreign policy implications of the recent China-brokered Iran-Saudi deal