NASSIM ‘SAM’ DISSI (authorized to work for any employer)
Columbus, OH 43219 614-***-**** *****@*******.*** www.linkedin.com/in/nassim-dissi-4965761a
Vice President of Sales
Operations and Sales Management Strategy Development & Execution Financial Management Corporate Governance
Entrepreneurial, results-driven Chief Executive of diversified groups directing culture, strategic vision, manufacturing operations, and ISO procedures including organizational transformation, employee engagement, hiring and leading high-performance C-suite teams, continuous technology improvement, and leveraging advanced industry and market knowledge to drive key performance indicators. Collaborative communicator demonstrating ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, clients, and principals to align priorities and achieve goals. Analytical professional skilled in leveraging data to improve processes, make investment decisions, and influence change. ERP Systems.
CORE PROFICIENCIES
Operations Management Manufacturing Retail Regulatory Compliance Contract Negotiation Restructuring Customer Care Verbal, Written, and Presentation Skills
Product Management Talent Acquisition & Management Merger & Acquisition Revenue Generation Interpersonal Communication International Experience
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
oRestructured organization structure from vertical to horizontal allowing competitive sales delivering $8 M within first year from a loss and $68 M in net profit by the fourth year with 30% YoY revenue in increase in sales.
oLead the efforts of re-building Irag after the war by being the first HVAC company to supply air conditioners, gained the trust of the government and customers which resulted to be the number ONE brand in Iraq with more than 25% market share.
oExpanded second-tier retail outlets from 250 to 500+ and more than doubled sales of internal retail.
oNegotiated the company's single biggest contract for world’s largest evaporative coolers ever built and planned, manufactured, supplied, and installed the 473 units valued at $15 MM.
oNegotiated vendors supply and licensing agreements saving the company 1% in royalty fees and more than 5% overall products, raw materials and spare parts costs.
oAssessed living conditions of 50 employees, implemented immediate corrections, within three days of starting position, leading to end of strike, increased productivity, and improved profitability.
oLead the function of sourcing, supply chain and major vendor negotiations with top executives of major corporations like Samsung, LG, Electrolux, GE, WCI, Bristol, Hitachi, Sanyo, Midea, Canon, Konica Minolta, Yamaha, Citizen, Yokohama, Bompani, among others.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Operations & Sales Director 6/2020 to Present
MobileLinkUSA
Direct strategic operations of wireless telecommunication business and sales activities across four territories with 35 stores including marketing campaigns, and public relations.
Noted Accomplishments:
oConducted in-depth analysis and implemented corrective actions achieving 111% of target improving rank from fifth place to second place nationwide within two months.
Chief Commercial Officer 5/2015 to 12/2019
Shaker Group - (LG brand distributor for Saudi Arabia & Jordan)
Spearheaded startup and ongoing activities to turnaround performance results of acquired LG brand consumer electronics & electrical appliances and HVAC operations in Jordan with a focus on sales, inventory management, supplier relations, and company moral.
Leveraged interpersonal skills to engage audiences for press releases and speaking events.
oDesigned and executed comprehensive retail strategy to minimize risk of wholesale and opened seven new retail showrooms within 12-months.
oNegotiated acquisition of retail stores as part of a debt settlement with wholesale customers.
CEO 1/2013 to 5/2015
Texofib Non-Woven Fabrics Company – Jubail, KSA
Led strategic geo-textile factory operations including process development and workflow management.
Noted Accomplishments:
oImplemented proven B2B and B2C sales strategies doubling sales within one year.
President, Trading Group 6/2010 to 12/2012 6/2010 to 12 2012
Juma Al Majid Est. (one of Dubai's major diversified conglomerates in uae)
Oversaw multiple business lines and 900+ staff supporting five general managers and divisions, 45 retail outlets of consumer products, logistics, and service centers across the UAE in wholesale, retail, corporate, direct government, and project sales. HVAC, Appliances, Home Decor, Office Equp. & more
Cultivated synergy and team spirit between sectors by streamlining processes and encouraging cross-functional collaboration.
Developed business plan and budget for each business unit, secured three new major agencies, and built relationships with customers, employees, and principals.
Facilitated joint venture negotiations in partnership with a principal.
Noted Accomplishments:
oDeveloped business plan and annual budgets for each business unit achieving 98% budget accuracy and compliance with up to 22% revenue growth and up to 72% net profit growth YOY.
oInvested in a new factory line delivering increased production valued at $4M to accommodate increase in sales.
Previous Work Experience:
President
Alessa Group
Led global operations for the largest manufacturer and distributor of HVAC- air-conditioning, refrigeration, CPG/ home appliances and consumer good & electronics in the Gulf and Middle East with 2K+ employees including budgeting/P&L, reorganization, ROI, and sales growth. Including a 550,000 square foot factory.
Prepared initial public offering (IPO) process with consulting bank.
CEO & GM General Electric & Trading Company
Directed six SBU managers multidivisional, multi-location organization with 300+ multicultural personnel, acquired new agencies expanding business capabilities, and diversified HVAC, CPG, FMCG, and EME business lines delivering up to 17% increase in revenue for each.
Commercial Manager M.E. Can Company Crown Cork and Seal (Packaging)
Commercial manager Aramex International (Logistics/ currier business)
district manager radio shack, Houston, Texas
night auditor Sheraton Acadiana (worked the night shift to pay college tuition & expenses)
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
(1) Bachelor of Science, Industrial Technology (2) Bachelor of Arts, Business Management,
University of Louisiana @ Lafayette
Affiliations, Board Member with Middle East Telecommunication Co.
Specialties; Consumer Goods, HVAC, Plumbing, M&A, Private Equity, Restructuring.