Country MD, PK & Alliance Director, IFM Enterprise Accounts (APAC) at CBRE Group, Inc. (2021-04 – Present)
- Accountable for overall P&L ownership of emerging market Pakistan.
- Managed C-suite relationships with leading organizations including Deutsche Bank, Standard Chartered, Citi, The World Bank, Ericsson, S&P Global, Tetra Pak, GE, Syngenta, Akzo Nobel, Shell, Coca-Cola, Pfizer, Haleon, GSK, and Novartis—facilitating regular feedback loops and finding new business opportunities.
- Led day-to-day operations of the business unit, driving sustainable growth and operational excellence.
- Ensured full statutory compliance and governance across all functions.
- Oversaw and enhanced performance across Finance, HSE, Procurement, HR, and Ethics & Compliance.
- Directed strategic planning, financial oversight, and asset management.
- Spearheaded business development and marketing initiatives.
- Maintained strong, long-term client relationships and stakeholder engagement.
- Directed daily operations of retail fuel stations, Shell House, accommodations, and warehouse facilities, aligning with strategic goals and ensuring top-tier HSE compliance.
- Managed annual OPEX and CAPEX planning for accommodations, warehousing, and transportation—delivering improved budget efficiency and ROI.
- Oversaw property asset and facilities management, including contract negotiations and procurement, ensuring best service delivery and cost competitiveness.
- Implemented digital systems and process innovations to boost operational efficiency and foster a culture of teamwork, integrity, and alignment with Shell's values.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements and collaborated with local authorities on trade and commercial licensing.
- Proactively managed risks through integrated enterprise risk management frameworks within the retail domain.
Head of Workplace, FM & Real Estate at PepsiCo. International (2018-11 – 2021-03)
- Developed and ensured implementation of the Corporate Services, FM framework, Administration and Support Services strategic plans to achieve business goals.
- Led a sector, cross-functional team and direct day-to-day administrative and facilities services across the company to ensure efficient and cost-effective service delivery.
- Partnered with the business and other internal/external stakeholders to deliver real estate solutions at best cost and footprint within agreed time frames to meet business requirements.
- Provided regular, proactive communication and reporting to Executive Management on Corporate Services operations, projects, and other priority items.
- Managed PepsiCo's Pakistan corporate office buildings, manufacturing plants and infrastructure and ensure compliance with bylaws.
Regional Facilities Manager (Middle East) at Alshaya Group (2014-06 – 2018-10)
- Managed 1,200+ stores, 19 warehouses and 3 office buildings.
- Oversaw the year-on-year program for acquisitions, disposals, closures, and renewals in alignment with the Multi Year Plan.
- Developed and refined the overall end-to-end delivery and Asset Management model across the entire designated portfolio.
- Managed all Real Estate Asset Portfolio in line with Group standards and procedures.
Country Manager at Reliance Group (2012 – 2014)
Division: Real Estate & Facilities Management
Founder & CEO at One Green Earth Pty Ltd (2008 – 2012)
Multiple Positions – Retail Banker, Business Manager, Project Manager at Westpac Banking Corporation (2004 – 2008)
Division: Retail, Business Banking, Operational & Strategy Risk Basel II, Project One
Tech Support Engineer at Acer Computer Pty Ltd (2002 – 2004)
