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Hello, I’m Abdul Sattar, a results-driven business and sales leader based in Karachi with over two decades of experience across IT services, agro-industry, logistics, and chemical manufacturing. I specialize in building high-performing sales teams, shaping go-to-market strategies, and aligning operations with revenue goals. I have led cross-functional organizations, managed large channel networks, and driven digital transformation through ERP/CRM initiatives and software development partnerships.
I’m passionate about mentoring teams, fostering stakeholder relationships, and delivering measurable ROI. I enjoy solving complex problems, optimizing processes, and collaborating with partners and governments to navigate regulatory landscapes. When I’m not crafting strategy, I stay curious about new technologies and continuous learning.
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Work Experience
Head of Sales at Softech Microsystems (Softech Middle East FZC & Softech Store)
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025Led regional sales across MEA; designed GTM plans, pricing strategies, and distributor networks; built and mentored sales teams to achieve revenue targets and expand market presence.
Business Head, Operations and Sales at Grouper Networks
April 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Lead operations, sales and revenue growth; developed and executed comprehensive GTM strategies, managed channel partnerships, and oversaw budgeting, forecasting, and P&L; built high-performance cross-functional teams and drove customer acquisition and retention initiatives.
IT Consultant, Software Development & Sales at Grouper Networks
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020Provided IT consulting, software development support, and sales enablement; helped define product roadmaps and managed client relationships, including CRM/ERP integration guidance.
Regional Sales Head, Hyderabad at Jaffer Agro Services Private Limited
June 30, 2020 - June 30, 2020Directed regional sales operations for agro-services; built dealer networks, implemented sales programs, and drove revenue growth in the Hyderabad region.
Project Manager, Corporate Sales & Services at Truly Nolen International
February 28, 2019 - February 28, 2019Managed corporate sales projects and service delivery; coordinated cross-functional teams to secure large accounts and ensure timely, quality execution.
National Sales Head at Leopards Courier Services Pvt. Ltd.
August 31, 2017 - August 31, 2017Led national sales strategy and execution for courier services; expanded B2B channels, partnerships, and market reach across Pakistan.
Regional Sales Manager, ME & S. Asia at Maquinas Agricolas Jacto
February 28, 2017 - February 28, 2017Managed sales across the Middle East and South Asia; built channel networks, drove revenue targets, and implemented regional GTM initiatives.
COO, Head of Marketing & Sales at UAQ Chemical Industry
December 31, 2013 - December 31, 2013Oversaw marketing, sales, production and logistics; developed growth strategies, managed industrial operations, and led organizational improvements.
National Sales Manager at Pakistan Agrochemicals – Kidco Manufacturers
November 30, 2006 - November 30, 2006Led national sales operations, built distribution networks, and drove revenue growth across Pakistan.
Manager Marketing Information System at Pakistan Agro Chemicals
February 28, 2003 - February 28, 2003Managed marketing information systems, data analytics, and reporting to support sales and marketing decisions.
Air Traffic Control Supervisor at Civil Aviation Authority of Pakistan
June 30, 2002 - June 30, 2002Supervised air traffic control operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing with concentration in Brand Management and Cross-cultural Analysis for International Business at Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, Pakistan
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2002BCS (Bachelor of Computer Science) with concentration in Software Engineering & Project Management at Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, Sindh, Pakistan
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Fundamentals of Predictive Project Management at Project Management Institute (PMI)
January 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025AI for Managers at Microsoft and LinkedIn
February 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Engaging Stakeholders for Success at CISCO
October 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Certificate in Entrepreneurial Leadership at IBA – INSEAD (SG)
April 1, 2012 - November 1, 2025Social Sector Leadership at Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley, USA
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016Storytelling for Change (Effective Leadership) at +Acumen through NovoEd and The Ariel Group
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016Air Traffic Control System Training at Civil Aviation Authority of Pakistan
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993Scale Computing Technical Training at Scale Computing
January 1, 2022 - November 1, 2025Sophos Central Endpoint Protection Certified Engineer v5.0 (ET15) at Sophos, UK
January 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025Selling MDR and Cybersecurity as a Service - Sales Consultant at Sophos, UK
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform and IBM Cloud Paks on Power Level 1 at IBM, USA
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Fundamentals of SOC (Security Operations Center) at Palo Alto Networks, USA
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Fortinet Certified Associate (FCA) at Fortinet, USA
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Sophos Certified Firewall Engineer v20.0 (ET80) at Sophos, UK
January 1, 2022 - November 1, 2025Qualifications
Fundamentals of Predictive Project Management
January 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025AI for Managers
February 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Engaging Stakeholders for Success
October 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Certificate in Entrepreneurial Leadership
April 1, 2012 - November 1, 2025Social Sector Leadership
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016Storytelling for Change (Effective Leadership)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016Air Traffic Control System Training
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993Scale Computing Technical Training
January 1, 2022 - November 1, 2025Sophos Central Endpoint Protection Certified Engineer v5.0 (ET15)
January 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025Selling MDR and Cybersecurity as a Service - Sales Consultant
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform and IBM Cloud Paks on Power Level 1
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Fundamentals of SOC (Security Operations Center)
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Fortinet Certified Associate (FCA)
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025Sophos Certified Firewall Engineer v20.0 (ET80)
January 1, 2022 - November 1, 2025Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Wholesale & Distribution, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, Agriculture & Mining, Education
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