Mazen Mikhael

Sr Projects Manager - MEA @ Ishida Europe Ltd

About

With over 20 years of experience in the FMCG sector, I am Senior Projects Manager at Ishida Europe, a leading provider of packaging solutions and weighing equipment. I oversee the design, construction, and operation of industrial facilities in the Middle East and Africa region, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency standards are met. I have a strong background in operational and financial management, project planning and execution, contract negotiation and administration, and team leadership. I hold two FIDIC certifications and a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Industrial Engineering. I leverage my skills and knowledge to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions for complex industrial projects, while maintaining positive relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders. I am passionate about creating value and impact for the FMCG industry and the communities I serve.

Country

United Arab Emirates

City

Dubai

Industry

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

Skill

Food Processing, Target Market Selling, Sales Engineering, Sales Strategy, Lead Generation, Sales, Consultative Selling, Account Management, Project Management, Construction Management, Project Planning, Contract Management, Manufacturing Operations Management, Food Manufacturing, Business Strategy, Business Development, Global Sourcing, startups, International Business Development, Wholesale

Experience

Sr Projects Manager - MEA

Ishida Europe Ltd

2023-9 - Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Projects Manager - MEA

Ishida Europe Ltd

2020-10 - 2023-9 · 3 yrs

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Supply & Value Chain Consultant

Self-employed

2016-1 - 2020-10 · 4 yrs 10 mos

United Arab Emirates

Key projects: Business and strategic consultancy on the expansion and financing of an existing Photovoltaic Power Plant in Eastern Europe, sourcing and securing project financing solutions; Development of a Swiss F&B concept Franchise for the Middle East; Distribution of Swiss and German Baby Food products to the UAE and Lebanon; Securing large scale baby milk powder supply for an Australian Organic Food retailer.

Project Manager - IEC

CEG International

2017-7 - 2019-12 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Doha, Qatar

IEC for the D&B works at the concept, preliminary and detailed design phase of the Strategic Food Security Facilities – SFSF, a 530,000 sqm development at Hamad Port in Qatar.

Project Manager - IEC

Muhibbah Engineering (M) BHD.

2016-1 - 2019-2 · 3 yrs 2 mos

Doha, Qatar

Third party inspector for the defect’s rectification works carried on by the main building contractor at the Qatar Aircraft Catering Company – QACC, Hamad International Airport Doha.

Senior Consultant

2008-9 - 2015-12 · 7 yrs 4 mos

United Arab Emirates

Leading technical consulting and planning providing expertise for production, logistics and supply chain management, as well as for architecture and IT projects. Helping clients improve their supply and value chain with a wide range of services: from developing ideas into strategies to implementing complex industry projects as a lead consultant. Key Clients/Projects includes Qatar Airways, Emirates Airline.