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HR / Admin Assistant

About Candidate

I am writing to express my interest in the position of HR / Admin Assistant or relevant to my CV. With a proven track record of providing high-level support and a deep commitment to enhancing organizational productivity, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to your esteemed team.

With over 13+ years of experience in multiple roles, I have honed my skills in calendar management, travel coordination, and project assistance, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations in fast-paced environments. At Previous Company AICO/Pfizer, I successfully managed the schedules and communications for the Chairman, Executive Managers and Sales & Marketing Team while implementing a new filing system that improved information retrieval by 30%. My ability to prioritize tasks effectively and remain composed under pressure has allowed me to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.

I am highly proficient in a range of software applications including Microsoft Office Suite, Ariba SAP, Nupco & Odoo ERP Systems, and have a track record of adapting to new technologies quickly. In addition to managing logistics, I excel in preparing agendas and minutes for meetings, conducting research, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

My strong interpersonal and communication skills enable me to foster positive relationships and create a collaborative office environment. I understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion in an executive role, ensuring that sensitive information remains protected. Moreover, I pride myself on my attention to detail and proactive approach in identifying challenges and implementing solutions promptly.

I am excited about the possibility of working alongside dynamic professionals who are committed to excellence and innovation & energetic.

I would welcome the chance to further discuss how my background, skills, and enthusiasms align with the goals of Al Fanar. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of contributing to your team and would be thrilled to discuss this opportunity in more detail.

Salary
SAR
Nationality
Indian
Certifications

Degree & Diploma in computer applications

Training & Workshop

ERP Systems (Ariba SAP, Nupco, Odoo)

Looking for Job Title
Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant, Office Manager, Office Administrator, or Business Support Coordinator
Iqama
Transferable

Location

Education

B
Bachelor of Computer Applications 2003
Degree

Work & Experience

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Executive Secretary to the Chairman 05/2023
AICO

 Welcomed visitors monthly with professionalism, ensuring 100% security compliance.  Managed 20+ calls weekly, boosting response time by 10%.  Scheduled 3+ meetings weekly, using WebEx, MS Teams, and Zoom enhancing productivity by 3%.  Built strong stakeholder ties, maintaining 95% email response.  Assisting the Chairman by drafting and proofreading correspondence, achieving a remarkable 95% response rate.  Effectively prioritized tasks, ensuring timely completion of critical items and implementing a tracking system for receipt confirmation within 24 hours.  Created agendas and minutes for meetings, leading to a 90% completion rate on follow-up action items.  Organized logistics for conferences and staff meetings, managing accommodations for up to 100 attendees, including catering and security arrangements.  Maintained a well-organized digital filing system, reducing document retrieval time by 40%, while efficiently managing office supplies.  Acted as a liaison across departments, improving communication flow and reducing project delays by 5%.  Negotiated vendor contracts, resulting in average annual savings of 20% and optimizing resource allocation.  Issued purchase orders to maintain an inventory that decreased supply shortages by 20%.  Coordinated travel plans for executives & Chairman, itineraries for over 15% in monthly expenses, ensuring seamless arrangements.  Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.  Systematically archived documents in an organized drive for quick and easy retrieval.

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Meeting & Event Coordinator 02/20215 - 03/2023
Pfizer Pharmaceutical

 Developed a detailed work plan that enhanced the efficiency of initiative execution by 30%, ensuring all activities were completed accurately and on time.  Established a comprehensive Event Log for each event, actively engaging with stakeholders to address and resolve issues, leading to a 20% increase in stakeholder satisfaction.  Managed logistics for 10-20 regional and international congresses monthly, overseeing all aspects including registration, travel arrangements, hotel bookings, catering, ground logistics, and visa processes across various business units.  Efficiently archived 100% of meeting documents and approvals for audit purposes, strengthening compliance with company policies.  Coordinated logistics for events at approved hotels, working closely with company-approved travel agents to enhance operational efficiency.  Implemented contingency plans that effectively managed last-minute changes and unforeseen circumstances, achieving a 75% success rate.  Assessed current plans and processes to identify improvement opportunities that resulted in a 10% decrease in planning time.  Compiled detailed notes for distribution to key stakeholders, boosting communication effectiveness by 20%.  Oversaw the event registration process for over 50-100 attendees, ensuring smooth participation through meticulous gathering and monitoring of attendee information.  Created comprehensive timelines and budgets for events, consistently meeting deadlines with an 80% adherence rate.  Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices and services, resulting in average savings of 15%.  Renewed corporate hotel agreements annually, maintaining favorable terms that achieved cost savings of up to 8%.  Coordinated transportation and parking logistics for over 30 attendees, ensuring seamless experiences for guests and employees.  Developed visitor plans that included local attractions and dining options, enhancing guest satisfaction scores by 100%.  Promptly assisted company visitors and attendees with visa support and invitation letters, adhering to established timelines.  Provided onsite support for all events, garnering positive feedback from attendees exceeding 50%.  Prepared business expense reports in compliance with company guidelines, achieving an accuracy rate of 100%.  Monitored travel expenses closely, reconciling invoices to maintain budgetary compliance at a rate of 100%.  Managed event expenditures diligently, adhering to budgets while identifying cost-saving opportunities that led to a reduction in expenses by 15%.  Conducted systematic analysis of event costs to identify areas for improvement, yielding potential savings of over 50%.  Collaborated effectively with sourcing teams on vendor additions, ensuring timely finance invoice submissions and improving processing speed by 10 days.  Utilized internal finance systems such as Ariba SAP ERP System to manage financial transactions seamlessly and without discrepancies.  Leveraged RFP, RFQ, and PO procurement platforms like Ariba SAP, NUPCO & Odoo ERP Systems to streamline procurement processes.  Demonstrated strong organizational skills by prioritizing tasks independently, successfully managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.  Prepared critical documents, including internal approval forms and speaker contracts, with meticulous attention to compliance.  Created POs and integrated new vendors into the system effectively, reducing lead times by 5%.  Assisted with budgeting, expense tracking, and accurate invoice processing, contributing to overall financial integrity.

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Administrative Assistant 01/2012 - 01/2015
Pfizer Pharmaceutical

 Streamlined guest entry and office supply management for efficiency.  Coordinated HR collaboration for effective policy implementation.  Optimized communication and scheduling for senior staff support.  Enhanced vendor negotiations, ensuring cost-effective procurement.  Receives and dispatches couriers promptly, ensuring distribution to the correct recipients for corporate records.  Handles phone calls, emails, and other correspondence on behalf of the office or executives.  Provided personnel support to senior staff members as needed.  Coordinates and scheduling appointments, meetings, and events and follow-up.  Assisted in Scheduling job interviews and contact candidates as needed.  Provided support to our HR operations team on GOSI & other policies & procedures.  Gathered employee’s data like payroll, bank account details & working days etc.  Issues Letters of Internal Memo’s and other administrative documents as required.  Prepares, proofreading, and managing documents, reports, and presentations.  Reviews and processed monthly expense reports for approval & and tracking of reimbursements.  Supported the printing and preparation of certificates such as salary certificates, employment certificates, offer letters, and contracts.  Managed the procurement of office supplies and other departmental needs, including IT.  Reviews documents for clarity, completeness, and formatting before distribution.  Coordination of cross-functional and off-site meetings (i.e., scheduling, conference room reservations, teleconference/WebEx set-up, and associated logistics).  Facilitate communication and collaboration among team member’s internal and external stakeholders.  Identify areas for process improvement and implement best practices.  Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report data.  Aided in the development and implementation of new administrative procedures.  Assist with the on boarding process for new employees, including office setup and orientation.  Proficient in using DocuSign.  Followed up to ensure invoices received quarterly, reviewed, and signed.  Ensured timely submission of invoices to Finance and tracked payments.  Sent out multiple requests for quotation (RFQ), analyzed, and selected vendors and suppliers.  Created and reconciled Due Diligence for suppliers, vendors, and HCPs.

Skills

Organizational Skills
100%
Communication Skills
100%
Time Management Skills
100%
Discretion and Confidentiality
100%
Technical Proficiency
100%
Problem-Solving Skills
90%
Interpersonal Skills
90%
Attention to Detail
100%
Project Management
100%
Multi-Tasking
100%
Customer Service Skills
85%
Basic Financial Skills
85%
Budget Management
100%
Flexibility and Adaptability
100%
Typing-Proficiency
60%
Learning Ability
100%