Naveed Uddin
IT Manager & ERP Lead with 16+ years of experience managing IT operations, infrastructure, and enterprise systems in complex, regulated environments. Proven track record in leading end-to-end ERP (Odoo) implementations, driving digital transformation, and aligning IT strategy with business objectives. Strong experience in oil & gas terminal operations, IT governance, cybersecurity, and stakeholder management.
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Strategic IT leader having 18+ years of experience in managing IT, digital transformation, fintech platforms, and operational systems in regulated industries. Extensive hands-on experience in developing and implementing ERP systems, fintech products and platforms, and managing multi-entity IT operations. Adept at aligning IT objectives with business requirements, engaging senior stakeholders, managing multiple entities, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Experience
Head of IT at Fauji Oil Terminal and Distribution Company Ltd (FOTCO) & Fauji Trans. Terminal Ltd (FTTL) (2022-05 – Present)
Overseeing all aspects of IT strategy, infrastructure, and operations for both entities FOTCO & FTTL under Fauji Foundation
- Oversee all aspects of IT strategy, infrastructure, and operations for both entities FOTCO & FTTL under Fauji Foundation
- Develop and implement IT initiatives such as comprehensive Odoo ERP system deployment and integration
- Developed and deployed a customized terminal operations module spanning from vessel arrival to sailing
- Enabled automation of roughly 60% of processes by eliminating manual and paper-based procedures
- Oversee IT security, backup, DR, and data protection practices
- Set up IT governance, policies, and compliance in accordance with auditing guidelines
- Perform IT risk analysis and participate in internal/external audits
- Control IT budget management, procurement, and vendor engagement
- Work alongside business executives in devising IT systems for their needs
- Design and measure KPIs related to IT activities and services
- Hire and lead IT teams
Senior Manager IT at Central Depository Company of Pakistan Ltd (CDC) (2013-01 – 2022-03)
Leading IT initiatives for financial systems and fund management platforms in a regulated financial institution
- Successfully onboarded and integrated several Asset Management Companies (AMCs) for smooth execution of fund transactions
- One of the key leaders during the development and management of CDC's Fund Management System, an essential system used for high volumes of financial transactions
- Managed entire life cycle from onboarding to integration and system configurations
- Contributed towards the success of the RDA Project, by facilitating system integrations and collaborating with the banks for foreign investments in Pakistan
- Successfully led the development and system integrations with banks and financial institutions
- Ensured that system was scalable, fast, and adhered to all regulations within the financial domain
- Used Agile framework in building the fintech applications
- Provided regular updates to management
Various Positions from Internship to Manager IT at Central Depository Company of Pakistan Ltd (CDC) (2004-01 – 2022-03)
Progressive career advancement from intern to manager in application development and IT systems
- Started as an intern and became a manager in application development
- Helped in developing ERP systems based on Oracle technology
- Developed web-based applications CDC Access for better system access
- Had a major hand in creating the CDC Fund Management System
- Experience in the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in IT – Central Queensland University
Bachelor of Science in Business Information – Hamdard University
