John K Varghese

Experienced professional with 40+ years of international work experience in electromechanical contracting, project management, and business development. Started career with IHAB Establishment in Saudi Arabia in 1981, executing prestigious projects for Saudi Aramco, refineries, and government entities. Skilled in technical project management, procurement, sales and marketing, and administrative functions.

Proficient in computer applications with considerable technical knowledge in electromechanical projects and overseas procurement of heavy equipment.

SR. PROJECT MANAGER at IHAB ESTABLISHMENT FOR CONTRACTING (2004-01 – 2014-12)

Managed prestigious electro-mechanical projects for Saudi Aramco, refineries, airbase, health and commercial projects including Saudi Polymer under Royal Commission Jubail.

• Executed large-scale electro-mechanical contracting projects
• Managed projects for Saudi Aramco and refineries
• Oversaw airbase and commercial project developments
• Supervised procurement of heavy equipment

SR. TECHNICAL MANAGER at IHAB ESTABLISHMENT FOR CONTRACTING (1993-01 – 2004-12)

Technical management role for electromechanical contracting company handling major projects and technical oversight.

• Managed technical aspects of contracting projects
• Oversaw project execution and quality control

ADMN./ACCOUNTS & PROCUREMENT MANAGER at IHAB ESTABLISHMENT FOR CONTRACTING (1981-01 – 1988-12)

Started with the company from its inception, managing administrative, accounting, and procurement functions during initial growth phase.

• Managed administrative operations
• Handled accounts and financial matters
• Oversaw procurement of materials and equipment

BRANCH SALES COORDINATOR - DEALERS NETWORKS CONTROLLER & OFFICE ADMIN at SAUDI GRUNDFOS PUMPS LIMITED (1988-01 – 1991-12)

Served at Dammam branch of Saudi Grundfos (Danish headquarters with factory in Jeddah). Attended product trainings, sales seminars, and exhibitions. Reported directly to General Manager on marketing activities.

• Coordinated dealer networks
• Managed branch office administration
• Attended product training sessions at Jeddah factory
• Participated in sales seminars and exhibitions
• Reported on marketing activities to General Manager

MANAGER - SALES & MARKETING at BRIGHT MOULDS SYSTEMS PVT LTD (1991-01 – 1993-12)

Served as Sales & Marketing Manager for leading manufacturer of tyre retreading machinery and tread rubber.

• Managed sales and marketing operations
• Developed sales network across India
• Promoted tyre retreading machinery and tread rubber products

MANAGER - EXPORTS at BRIGHT MOULDS SYSTEMS PVT LTD (2004-01 – 2006-12)

Managed export operations for manufacturer of conventional retreading machinery and electrically operated precured tyre chambers to international markets.

• Managed export operations to Kenya, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka
• Oversaw international sales of retreading machinery
• Coordinated with global dealers network

OFFICE SUPERINTENDENT at GUJARAT NARMADA VALLEY FERTILIZER CO. LTD (GNFC) (1978-01 – 1981-12)

Served India's giant fertilizer company during its construction to commissioning phase. Attached to Bombay office, responsible for customs clearance and plant supervision.

• Managed customs clearance of plant and machinery from Bombay and Kandla ports
• Supervised transportation of equipment to Baruch
• Coordinated board and executive meetings at Bombay office
• Handled documentation and logistics for plant commissioning

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO LEGAL ADVISOR at BIRLA GROUP OF COMPANIES (1970-01 – 1978-12)

Served at Birla Group head office attached to the Legal Advisor and Company Secretarial Departments. Handled taxation controls of Birlas charitable trusts.

• Assisted Legal Advisor of Birla Group
• Supported Company Secretarial functions
• Managed taxation controls of charitable trusts
• Handled group-level administrative matters

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce – Not specified (1969-12)

Diploma in Material Management & Administration – Not specified