Abrar Saad

[email protected] +46 762107115 Jönköping, Sweden
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abrar-s-89a27a14b/ GitHub: https://github.com/AbrarSaad

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic Team Leader with proven expertise in driving operational excellence and elevating customer satisfaction to 97% at Huskvarna Saluhall. Skilled in leveraging Microsoft Excel, Teams, and digital inventory management tools to optimize workflows, reduce stock shortages by 20%, and boost departmental efficiency by 15%. Adept at leading and training teams of 10+ members, implementing process improvements, and applying strong problem-solving and communication skills to ensure seamless operations. Committed to integrating technology and data-driven strategies to support business goals and foster continuous improvement.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Team Leader
07/2022 - Present
Huskvarna Saluhall , Jönköping, Sweden
Led daily operations at Huskvarna Saluhall, increasing departmental efficiency by 15% and achieving a 97% customer satisfaction rate, which contributed to an 8% revenue growth, a 10% rise in repeat customer visits, and a 5% expansion in new customer acquisition, strengthening long-term customer loyalty through targeted retention strategies
Supervised and mentored a 10-person team managing over 2,000 inventory items, implementing Visma and Microsoft Excel-based digital inventory systems that reduced stock shortages by 20%, lowered operational costs by 12%, improved order accuracy by 25%, and enhanced employee skill development and engagement, resulting in a 15% improvement in employee retention
Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives using Visma, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Teams, streamlining workflows, reducing manual errors by 25%, and enhancing cross-departmental collaboration, which accelerated project delivery by 20% and improved communication outcomes across operations and sales teams
Championed innovative projects including automated reporting and inventory tracking solutions that boosted team productivity by 18%, optimized operational workflows, increased profit margins by 10%, and delivered measurable financial benefits
Applied advanced leadership and communication skills to resolve conflicts, foster innovation, and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and high team performance, reducing turnover-related expenses by 10% and driving sustained organizational growth
Senior Policy Expert
11/2020 - 06/2022
Cognizant (YouTube Content Review) , Lisbon, Portugal
Led quality assurance for 1,200+ weekly YouTube content items, achieving 99% compliance and 98% accuracy, which reduced review errors by 25%, earned the Quality Expert Certificate, and strengthened platform trust
Directed cross-functional initiatives that standardized workflows and resolved complex content challenges, boosting review efficiency by 20%, reducing escalations by 20%, and ensuring consistent policy enforcement
Spearheaded the design and implementation of advanced moderation tools within YouTube Studio, cutting content processing time by 20%, decreasing escalation rates by 15%, and significantly improving operational KPIs including turnaround time and error rates
Mentored and trained 20+ team members on moderation best practices and platform tools, increasing team accuracy by 12%, accelerating review speed, and fostering engagement and professional growth
Championed strategic policy enforcement improvements that elevated user satisfaction by 15%, enhanced compliance adherence, and aligned content moderation with key business objectives
Customer Service Agent
12/2018 - 03/2020
Teleperformance (Netflix Project) , Lisbon, Portugal
Led daily management of 80+ customer interactions on the Netflix project, achieving a 95% first-contact resolution rate and elevating customer satisfaction to 98%, which reduced customer churn by 12% and strengthened brand loyalty
Delivered expert billing and technical support leveraging Salesforce and Zendesk CRM platforms, implementing advanced automation features including workflow triggers, macros, and API integrations that streamlined case tracking, reduced escalation rates by 15%, and accelerated issue resolution times by 20%, significantly boosting operational efficiency
Mentored and trained 15+ new team members on CRM best practices and customer service protocols, cutting onboarding time by 20% and increasing team service quality by 10%, resulting in higher accuracy, engagement, and consistent performance
Spearheaded cross-functional process improvement projects by collaborating with technical teams to design and deploy automation scripts and real-time dashboards, reducing recurring customer issues by 20%, driving a 10% increase in positive customer feedback, and enhancing overall operational KPIs by 15%
Managed project deliverables beyond daily operations, leading strategic problem-solving initiatives that earned multiple customer commendations and secured a formal Teleperformance award for service excellence, demonstrating leadership in project goal setting, execution, and outcome measurement
Interpreter
10/2017 - 06/2018
Creser Organization (No Borders Project) , Lisbon, Portugal
Interpreter | Creser Organization (No Borders Project), Lisbon, Portugal | 01/2018 – 09/2018
Facilitated over 200 translation sessions for new refugees who did not speak Portuguese or English, improving access to essential services, reducing communication errors, and increasing overall service efficiency.
Provided interpretation for government agencies and humanitarian organizations, assisting with residency procedures, housing, labor market integration, and language school enrollment.
Maintained 99% accuracy through certified interpreter training and interpretation software/tools (e.g., CAT tools, remote interpretation platforms) to optimize session efficiency and reliability.
Mentored and supervised new interpreters, resulting in faster onboarding, reduced errors, and measurable team performance improvements.
Collaborated across departments to implement workflow enhancements and innovative solutions for complex interpretation scenarios, ensuring timely and culturally sensitive communication.
Received positive feedback from clients and refugees, highlighting clarity, reliability, and high-quality service delivery.
Customer Service
08/2014 - 08/2015
Hala Hotel , Erbil, Iraq
Led the resolution of over 500 guest technical issues, achieving a 100% satisfaction rate and reducing IT response time by 30%, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and elevating guest experience across hotel services
Spearheaded the installation, configuration, and maintenance of critical hotel IT systems including Oracle Hospitality OPERA PMS, POS terminals, and Cisco network infrastructure, implementing automation tools such as ServiceNow workflow orchestration and Zendesk ticketing systems that optimized processes and reduced operational costs by 15%
Directed cross-departmental IT projects and system upgrades, delivering process improvements that boosted system performance by 25% and generated $20K in annual cost savings, while receiving the "Employee of the Year" award for innovation and leadership
Mentored and trained a team of 4 junior IT staff, accelerating onboarding by 40%, minimizing errors, increasing team productivity by 20%, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence
Business Owner
02/2008 - 03/2014
Cafee-net , Baghdad, Iraq
Led Cafee-net’s growth and daily operations, expanding the weekly customer base to over 100 and driving a 20% increase in repeat client retention, resulting in sustained 12% annual revenue growth over six years
Implemented advanced Cisco and MikroTik network configurations alongside custom-developed network management software, enhancing client communication and service reliability, which improved operational efficiency by 15% and elevated customer satisfaction scores by 18%, supported by multiple client testimonials praising responsiveness and uptime
Directed workflow optimization and process standardization initiatives, accelerating service delivery speed by 25% and reducing service errors by 20%, significantly boosting client trust and repeat business
Mentored and supervised a technical team of 5, achieving a 30% improvement in staff performance and a 22% reduction in issue resolution time through targeted training programs, which enhanced service quality and earned consistent positive customer feedback

EDUCATION

Diplom
05/2017 - 08/2017
Le Wagon Academy Web Coding & Design
Bachelor of Computer Science
09/2010 - 08/2014
University of Kirkuk , Iraq

SKILLS

Technical Skills: Ruby, Ruby on Rails, Python, C#, C++, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS, SQL, Visual Basic, Django, GUI Development
Soft Skills: Team Leadership, Effective Communication, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Time Management, Coaching and Mentoring, Analytical Thinking, Team Motivation
Tools: GitHub, Microsoft Office, Gmail, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Slack
Other: Multilingual Communication, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Process Improvement, Safety Procedures, Call Center Operations, English (Advanced), Portuguese (Advanced)

PROJECTS

Netflix-style streaming web application
Technologies: Ruby on Rails, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), PostgreSQL, Responsive Web Design, RESTful APIs, Agile Methodologies, Automated Testing (RSpec, Capybara), Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
Netflix-style Streaming Web Application
Technologies: Ruby on Rails, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL
Developed full-stack streaming platform with user authentication, dynamic content browsing, and media playback.
Implemented responsive front-end interfaces for desktop and mobile users.
Optimized SQL queries and database schema, improving content retrieval speed by 30%.
Warehouse management and hotel booking systems
Technologies: C#, Python
Designed warehouse management and hotel booking systems in C# and Python.

CERTIFICATIONS

Digital Marketing Certificate
01/2020
Google Maharat
86+ Programming Courses (Python, Ruby, C#, JS, SQL, Excel)
Codecademy
Python Programming Certificate
University Honor Certificate – Developed website using C# and Visual Basic

ACHIEVEMENTS

Team Leader | Huskvarna Saluhall, Jönköping, Sweden | 06/2022 – Present
Senior Policy Expert | Cognizant (YouTube Content Review), Lisbon, Portugal | 10/2020 – 05/2022
Customer Service Agent | Teleperformance (Netflix Project), Lisbon, Portugal | 11/2018 – 02/2020
Interpreter | Creser Organization (No Borders Project), Lisbon, Portugal | 01/2018 – 09/2018
Customer Service & IT Support | Hala Hotel, Erbil, Iraq | 09/2014 – 09/2015

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