Seraj Ahmed

Infinium Associates

Pioneering Global Expansion Through Strategic Talent Acquisition

As the Head of Growth at Infinium Associates, I not only connect exceptional talent with global opportunities but also play a crucial role in the strategic expansion of our organization.My vision is to extend Infinium's footprint across new markets, leveraging my extensive network  to establish us as a key player in international talent solutions space.

My Areas of Expertise:
Strategic Executive Talent Sourcing:Specializing in identifying transformative leaders, I ensure that each executive placement contributes to both our clients' success and Infinium's growth.

Bespoke RPO Solutions: Crafting recruitment processes that are tailored to diverse business needs, aligning talent strategies with organizational expansion goals.

Global Talent Market Expertise:My deep understanding of various international markets empowers me to navigate and capitalize on global talent trends effectively.

Cultural Integration Focus:Emphasizing  the importance of cultural fit, ensuring that new hires not only contribute to but also enhance the organizational culture, crucial for our global expansion.

Innovative Recruitment for Global Reach: Utilizing agile and forward-thinking recruitment methodologies, I am dedicated to attracting top-tier professionals worldwide, aligning with our mission of  expansion.

My Commitment:
In my  role, I am committed to identifying and securing strategic talent that not only fills key positions but also propels organziational growth. 

My expertise spans across Executive Search, Headhunting, Diversity Recruitment, Talent Scouting, Recruiting, Talent Management, Start-up Consulting, Hiring Strategies, Career Management, and Leadership Hiring.

Interested in how strategic talent acquisition can drive business growth? Let's connect and explore innovative solutions for your organization

Head of Growth

Radio Mirchi

• Effectively monitoring campaign performance to ensure success metrics are met
• Analyzing, tracking and optimizing customers’ advertising campaigns & marketing programs
• Identify and up-sell relevant, incremental marketing opportunities/programs to clients
• Build solid customer relationships and act as an important point of contact for customer needs

Account Manager-Retail

Applect Learning Systems Pvt. Ltd.

Marketing and Sales Professional with hands on experience in services marketing, corporate and retail sales in K-12. 

Presently contributing to the  growth of Applect Learning Systems Pvt.Ltd.

Have hands on experience on the followings:

# At Applect Learning Systems Pvt. Ltd.

	Responsible for identifying the base of prospective schools and Coaching institutes for the products Testpro and FORE
	Handling Sales of DBAT (David’s Battery Aptitude Test) to the corporates.
	Been a part of the market research team for the development of Products
	Franchisee development 
	Channel Sales
	Arranging demo’s and workshops in the schools and the coaching institutes
	Organizing events for the consumer based products in the respective areas
	Giving regular feedback from the market to the tech team about the products
	Conducting training sessions for the teachers and the students to make them aware of our services.
	Key Account management.
	Planning and execution of marketing plans, strictly within the assigned budget.
	Revenue generation for the online learning portal meritnation.com

Assistant Manager

Extramarks Education Pvt. Ltd.

Responsible for identifying and scanning the base of prospective schools who can afford the Smart Learn Classes.
Organizing Demo’s & Workshops in Schools for the Teachers and the Students in order to make them aware of our services. 
Participating in School Fests and events in order to promote our services.
Meeting the school Management in order to convince them for our services.
Consistent Follow-ups of the clients who have shown interest.
Business Development for the organization.
Taking care of all the legal formalities once the business is generated.
Conducting post implementation trainings for the teachers after the conversion to make them well versed with the new system of Smart learn Classes. 
Taking care of after sales service.  
Have also worked on govt. Projects like the JNVs and KVs

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As the Head of Growth at Infinium Associates, I not only connect exceptional talent with global opportunities but also play a crucial role in the strategic expansion of our organization.My vision is to extend Infinium's footprint across new markets, leveraging my extensive network across Middle-east and South Asia to establish us as a key player in international talent solutions space.

My Areas of Expertise:
Strategic Executive Talent Sourcing: Specializing in identifying transformative leaders, I ensure that each executive placement contributes to both our clients' success and Infinium's growth.

Bespoke RPO Solutions: I craft recruitment processes that are tailored to diverse business needs, aligning talent strategies with organizational expansion goals.

Global Talent Market Expertise: My deep understanding of various international markets empowers me to navigate and capitalize on global talent trends effectively.

Cultural Integration Focus: I emphasize the importance of cultural fit, ensuring that new hires not only contribute to but also enhance our evolving organizational culture, crucial for our global expansion.

Innovative Recruitment for Global Reach: Utilizing agile and forward-thinking recruitment methodologies, I am dedicated to attracting top-tier professionals worldwide, aligning with our mission of global expansion.

My Commitment to Infinium's Growth:In my role, I am committed to identifying and securing strategic talent that not only fills key positions but also propels Infinium Associates' global expansion. 

My expertise spans across Executive Search, Headhunting, Diversity Recruitment, Talent Scouting, Recruiting, Talent Management, Start-up Consulting, Hiring Strategies, Career Management, and Leadership Hirings.

Interested in how strategic talent acquisition can drive business growth? Let's connect and explore innovative solutions for your organization and discuss Infinium's expansion journey.

Dear Job Seekers,
It's Monday.
You know what that means?

Absolutely nothing.

Your dream job doesn't care what day it is.
That perfect role could open at 3 PM on a Wednesday.
Your life-changing call might come on a Sunday.

So stop waiting for Monday motivation.
Stop planning to "start fresh next week."

The candidate who gets hired today?
They applied on a Thursday at 11 PM.
Followed up on Saturday morning.
Got the interview invite on Sunday.

While you were waiting for Monday.

Today is Day 1.
Tomorrow is Day 1.
Every day is Day 1.

Start now.
Not Monday.
Now.
#JobSearch #MondayMotivation #GetHired

Solving Leadership & Project Talent Challenges | Cross-Border Bulk Talent & Executive Search Expert | Powering Project Scale-Ups Across Middle East, India & Beyond

Marking my calendar for HRSE Dubai 2025 — the biggest HR gathering in the region. Don’t miss out, join me https://lnkd.in/dJ3zzQ9a #HRSEDubai Informa Connect

The blue-collar market didn't collapse. It evolved.
And the 2019 playbook doesn't work anymore.

What's changed in the last few months:
🎯Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Senegal, Somalia, Cameroon - restricted 
🎯India's workforce stretched thin across global demand 
🎯Workers comparing offers more carefully than ever 
🎯Information traveling fast through worker networks

The pattern we're seeing:
Companies can fill 250 positions in 7 days.
But if there's a gap between what's promised and what's delivered, those same 250 positions are open again in 90 days.

The challenge isn't filling roles. It's keeping them filled.
Two different outcomes in the same market:
Group A: 87-92% retention 
✅ Salaries reflecting current rates 
✅ Clear accommodation standards 
✅ Ticket policies in writing upfront 
✅ Structured first 30 days

Group B: 31-45% retention 
❌ Still using 2022 budgets 
❌ Verbal promises, documentation gaps 
❌ Onboarding rushed or skipped
That retention gap costs real money—in recruitment cycles, project delays, and constant rebuilding.

The current sourcing reality:
India - Deep skills, premium pricing 
Philippines - Technical strength,complex paperwork,longer mobility timelines 
Sri Lanka - Quality workforce ,diversity crunch 
Africa - Emerging pipeline
But geography is only part of the solution.
The bigger opportunity: strengthening what happens after workers land.

Three things that separate stable teams from revolving doors:
i)Plan 30 days out, not 10 days before start
ii)Invest in the first 30 days properly 
iii)Track retention rate, not just mobilization count

Bottom line:
Blue-collar talent is still available.
It's just flowing to employers who've adapted their approach.
Companies optimizing for retention are building stable teams. Companies optimizing for quick fills are rebuilding every quarter.
Both work. One just costs significantly more.

What's your retention rate been in the last 6 months?
#BulkHiring #UAEhiringtrend #WorkforceStrategy #TalentRetention

Placement Win! Sr.Manager – Export Sales | Leading Perfume & Cosmetics Brand

Huge shoutout to Toshi for closing this one — a truly niche search in the luxury beauty space!

Why it was tough:
🎯 Needed someone who could blend luxury brand insight with regional export strategy.
🎯 Deep GCC market understanding + cross-border commercial experience.
🎯 A leader who drives numbers without diluting brand essence.

After mapping talent across UAE, and the GCC, we found the perfect match —a beauty industry veteran with 10+ years managing global brands like Lancôme, Estée Lauder, and L’Oréal, now set to scale this brand’s export business across new markets.

In today’s market, the right hire isn’t just about experience — it’s about alignment, adaptability, and cultural fit.
👉 If you’re scaling your brand and need leaders who can deliver growth beyond borders, let’s connect.
#Placement #LuxuryHiring #BeautyIndustry #Fragrance #ExportSales #ExecutiveSearch #InfiniumAssociates #MiddleEast #UAE

Here's something we're seeing constantly in the UAE and the wider GCC right now: companies struggling to find specialized talent who actually understand how business works here.

Whether it's technology, oil & gas, aviation, fmcg, construction, facilities management, shipbuilding, or automotive — there's a real gap. Organizations need people who know their technical stuff and get the regional context.

It's not just about skills anymore. Hiring managers are asking: Does this person understand local compliance? 
Have they delivered projects in this region before? 
Do they know how client relationships actually work here?
But here's where it gets tricky. A lot of highly capable professionals — people with impressive global experience — get passed over simply because their CV doesn't show "GCC experience."

And that creates problems:
-Roles stay open for months
-Projects get delayed
-Teams miss out on fresh thinking that could move things forward
The smarter play? Combine regional know-how with global expertise. Build teams where local insight meets international best practices.
That's the approach we take at Infinium Associates. We connect clients with people who can do the job and hit the ground running in this market. Because hiring fast is one thing. Hiring the right person? That's what actually drives growth.
If you're building a team and need that balance of global experience and regional savvy, I'd be happy to chat.
#ExecutiveSearch #GCCHiring #Techtalent #RecruitmentStrategy #InfiniumAssociates

Another week closed. Another reminder that talent doesn't wait.

As we wrap up another productive week, our desk closes with momentum across UAE, KSA, & India — and next week? We're scaling even harder.
Active Mandates:
🎯 Project Director – Large scale mining| Oman
🎯 Brand Ambassador (Female) – Luxury retail | UAE
🎯 International Sales Manager – Makeup Industry I Dubai
🎯 Manager - Safety – Shipbuilding | Pune
🎯 Senior Manager – Production Control – Shipyard | Mumbai & Chennai

Recent closures this week:
🎯Senior Purchaser | Maritime & Ship Repair | Dubai
🎯Head - Merchandising | Jewelry Retail | Kolkata
🎯Head of Legal & Regulatory Compliance | Forex | Abu Dhabi
🎯Senior Architect | Luxury Interior & Fit-out | Abu Dhabi
🎯Senior Chemists | TIC | Mumbai & Raipur
🎯Area Operations Supervisor | Heavy Equipment | Jubail

While closing these executive searches, our bulk hiring desk is conducting major recruitment campaigns starting next week —interviews lined up across Construction, MEP, and Soft Services from India & Africa

Exploring your next move? Planning Q4 projects?
Let's talk before the market tightens further.
#ExecutiveSearch #BulkHiring #UAEJobs #TalentStrategy

Stop applying to 100 jobs a day.
You're not increasing your chances.
You're destroying them.

Here's what actually happens:
Your spray-and-pray approach:
Generic CV to 100 companies
5 seconds per application 
0.5% response rate
500 applications = 2-3 callbacks

The targeted approach that works:
🎯 10 companies you actually want
📝 Customized application for each
📞 Follow up with the hiring manager
📊 40% response rate
💪 10 applications = 4 interviews

Last week, I coached Fayez (mechanical engineer, 8 years experience).
His results:
❌ : September 100 applications → 2 interview
✅ October: 12 applications → 5 interviews → 2 offers

The difference?
He stopped being a number.
He started being a solution.

Want the exact template Fayez used?
Comment "TEMPLATE" and I'll share it.
#UAEJobs #JobSearchStrategy #CareerAdvice

Larsen & Toubro

Spearhead the development and execution of strategic sales plans across utility, energy, and infrastructure sectors to expand L&T's footprint in Saudi Arabia. Build and maintain high-level relationships with Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), ARAMCO, and PIF-backed entities to secure long-term, high-value partnerships.

•  Secured a $168M SCADA and PI System digital transformation contract with Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) by overseeing technical sales, multi-stakeholder negotiations, and cross-functional team alignment under strict cybersecurity regulations.

•  Drove market penetration of advanced grid solutions, including SCADA, ADMS, DERMS, MDM, and PASS (Hybrid GIS), aligning offerings with client-specific needs and regulatory demands.

•  Directed end-to-end procurement activities for automation, electrification, and power systems while leading vendor selection, technical evaluations, and contract negotiations.

•  Achieved cost savings through effective negotiations with global OEMs while securing high-quality products and ensuring full compliance with national cybersecurity and procurement standards.

•  Managed the preparation and timely submission of critical ARAMCO deliverables, including KPI reports, MSR/MPSR, SPDP packages, IK-OOK PO Placement Reports, and Capital Asset Reports.

•  Delivered multimillion-dollar IIOT-based digital infrastructure and grid automation projects, strengthening L&T's leadership position in Saudi Arabia's energy market.

•  Drove successful cybersecurity approval processes with Saudi national regulatory authorities, ensuring project compliance and enhancing market credibility.

Manager - Business Development & Sourcing - EPCs (Oil & Gas)

Evostel (Previously AQESA)

Designed and executed disruptive marketing plans with contractors, consultants, panel builders, and end-users to increase brand visibility and market share. Extended techno-commercial support for back / front offices for projects to ensure seamless coordination between teams and maximum client satisfaction. Executed best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to promote AQESA as a leading automation solution provider while maintaining high-level technical expertise and presence to serve strategic partners best.

•  Elevated business performance as the designated P&L leader for the Saudi Region by generating over SR 240M in revenue.

•  Led the geographic sales channel of key accounts in the O&G, Engineering, Procurement, & Construction (EPCs), and Petrochemicals industries by implementing SMART business development plans to exceed sales targets.

•  Spearheaded the Industry 4.0 initiative to introduce digital plants, smart machines, and IIOT-based solutions across all verticals.

•  Steer efforts to grow Rockwell Industrial Automation, Eaton Electrification, and Erico Earthing and Fastening system business by managing accounts for EPCs, Cement, Mining, and F&B.

•  Led a high-performance team of four Sales Engineers; provided guidance, training, and support to drive sales results.

•  Devised an expansion strategy and modernised organisational processes to increase efficiency while creating robust supplier development programs to achieve and exceed sales targets.

Sales Team Leader / Key Account Manager 

Techno Group of Trade and Industries

Functioned as an Account Development Manager for MEA countries to implement effective hardware and software smart metering solutions to enable clients to achieve goals and objectives. Directed an extensive portfolio of accounts in the Middle East within oil and gas, infrastructure, utilities, and government sectors while developing solid relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders.

•  Generated revenue of SR 250M against a given target of SR 150M by achieving sales through private sectors and securing approvals with major key accounts (SEC, Aramco, and Ministry of Housing).

•  Endowed with the Performer of the Year award from the Vice President of EDMI and CEO of Techno Group, recognising outstanding performance and contributions to the company's success.

•  Won and completed several infrastructure projects from major contractors in Saudi Arabia by utilising a proactive and strategic approach to business development and project management.

•  Obtained major approvals of metering and fibre box brands, including SER, Aramco, Marafiq, SEDC, and QE&C.

•  Headed a Sales Managers and Engineers team to achieve sales targets and deliver exceptional customer service.

Key Account Sales Manager B2B 

JUBILEE CORPORATION

Designed and executed a comprehensive Go-To-Market product marketing strategy that effectively communicated product value propositions and positioning that increased demand for Electrification and Energy Management portfolio products.

•  Generated PKR 900M and PKR 600m in 2018 and 2017, respectively, by managing cross-functional teams.

•  Charted and executed a strategic plan to increase sales revenue for 32 brands, growing sales from PKR 400M to PKR 850M, exceeding the target of PKR 800M set by the management. 

•  Developed / executed business plans / strategies to support 32 brands and three functional teams in driving sales improvement.

•  Improved total demand orders, growth margin, net price variance, Net Promoter Score (NPS), and inventory turn on goods.

•  Trained, built, and led a team and built relations with cross-functional stakeholders to drive sales and customer satisfaction.

Business Development Team Lead

Schneider Electric (INPRO)

Contributed to developing a long-term company strategy based on key markets, competitor developments, technological change, and customer trends. Established partnerships with businesses to close high-value sales deals with favourable terms and conditions.

•  Delivered $30M of tailored electrical and automation solutions to leading food & beverages companies, driving operational performance through energy optimisation and digital transformation.

•  Partnered with EPC contractors to secure and deliver $60M in projects across textile, oil & gas, and food & beverage sectors.

•  Contributed to a 15% average annual revenue growth, generating $50M in sales across multiple sectors through strategic client engagement and market expansion initiatives.

•  Led $20M digital transformation projects to execute IoT-enabled monitoring and control solutions for textile and F&B clients.

•  Hit sales target of PKR 600M for the business through effective sales strategies and relationship building with clients.

Successful Business Development / Channel Sales Leader with Proven Experience in the KSA Region across Multiple Industry Sectors

Business Development & Strategic Procurement Leader offering 13+ years of success driving $168M+ in revenue, optimising supply chain operations, and delivering high-impact solutions across KSA.

Proven track record in scaling sales functions and leading end-to-end procurement for large-scale transformation projects across diverse verticals, including Oil and Gas, EPCs, Petrochemical Plants, Mining, Infrastructure, Utilities, System Integrators, OEMs and F&B. Business Development Catalyst distinguished for developing targeted GTM strategies and driving execution of 4P's marketing framework across global markets to drive growth in enterprise accounts, optimise product offerings, and expand distribution channels. Strategic Partnership Builder reputed for leveraging consultative and strategic selling skills to present tailored solutions to global blue-chip companies and PIF-owned enterprises while closing contracts worth $MM and driving repeat business.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

•  Executed $10.5M in SWCC power supply projects (Marjan Onshore Portion) on schedule and without penalties by integrating sales and procurement workflows, centralising reporting, and enhancing cross-functional milestone tracking.

•  Achieved 18% procurement cost savings and accelerated delivery timelines by 3 weeks during critical Aramco and SWCC projects through global vendor negotiations, TCO analysis, and synchronised sourcing strategies.

•  Completed a $746K project for the NEOM Tunnel infrastructure within the deadline and budget, strengthening strategic partnerships with top EPC clients Samsung-Hyundai JV.

•  Boosted MARS Factory's operational uptime and productivity by 15% through designing and deploying an end-to-end IoT integration, delivering an estimated $750K in value by reducing unplanned downtimes and enabling data-driven operations.

•  Led a full Industry 4.0 digital transformation for two Saudi Ceramic factories, reducing manual interventions by 40% and delivering a high-impact IoT-enabled solution worth $2M.

•  Delivered $25M in electrical solutions, including Hitachi GIS, switchgear, UPS systems, energy management, busways, medium voltage relays, and transformers for large-scale textile manufacturing projects.

•  Generated $45M by overseeing the sales and delivery of Hitachi GIS, UPS systems, busways, energy management systems, medium voltage relays, and transformers for Oil & Gas projects.

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