Samer Badaan Email & Phone Number

United Arab Emirates

As the Chief Operating Officer of Nikols Group LLC, I bring extensive experience in the FMCG sector to one of the industry's leading companies. Nikols Group LLC boasts a diverse portfolio in both food and non-food sectors, with operations spanning Europe, the Balkans, MEA, North Africa, and Asia. In my role, I oversee a talented team of over 150 professionals across our main offices in Athens, Dubai, and Geneva. My focus is on driving growth, fostering innovation, and ensuring operational… Show more As the Chief Operating Officer of Nikols Group LLC, I bring extensive experience in the FMCG sector to one of the industry's leading companies. Nikols Group LLC boasts a diverse portfolio in both food and non-food sectors, with operations spanning Europe, the Balkans, MEA, North Africa, and Asia. In my role, I oversee a talented team of over 150 professionals across our main offices in Athens, Dubai, and Geneva. My focus is on driving growth, fostering innovation, and ensuring operational excellence throughout our expansive global network.Samer@nikols-group.comwww.nikols-group.com Show less

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

As Head of Global Sales B2B & HORECA at Bateel, I lead sales efforts targeting key clients in the gourmet foods, dates, and confectionery sectors, with a focus on major partners such as Emirates Airlines and hospitality giants Atlantis The Royal/Kerzner Group, as well as significant trading partners Alokozay Group… Spearheaded a dedicated global sales and business development team, known as "The Wining Champs," drove revenue growth and achieved strategic objectives aligned with Bateel's… Show more As Head of Global Sales B2B & HORECA at Bateel, I lead sales efforts targeting key clients in the gourmet foods, dates, and confectionery sectors, with a focus on major partners such as Emirates Airlines and hospitality giants Atlantis The Royal/Kerzner Group, as well as significant trading partners Alokozay Group… Spearheaded a dedicated global sales and business development team, known as "The Wining Champs," drove revenue growth and achieved strategic objectives aligned with Bateel's global strategies.Samer.Badaan@Bateel.com Show less

Rockville, Virginia, United States

Promoted sales of private label specialty gourmet to fortune 500 modern trade companies. Developed, coordinated and implemented sales and marketing plans to meet company growth & objectives. Attended meetings and gave sales presentations to current and potential clients (Walmart, Costco, Sam’s Club, BJ's). Managed the sales process and established effective relationships with chain-wide Purchasing Departments across the America's.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Responsible for corporate sales operations across MENA regions. Monitored confectionery & private label sales for HORECA, Key Accounts, Travel Retail, Corporate B2B/B2C & VIP sector divisions. Proactively developed, implemented, and executed strategies and policies to respond to market competitive events and capitalized on several local and regional opportunities. Participated in regional trade shows, conventions, and promotional events within the industry and customer… Show more Responsible for corporate sales operations across MENA regions. Monitored confectionery & private label sales for HORECA, Key Accounts, Travel Retail, Corporate B2B/B2C & VIP sector divisions. Proactively developed, implemented, and executed strategies and policies to respond to market competitive events and capitalized on several local and regional opportunities. Participated in regional trade shows, conventions, and promotional events within the industry and customer organizations.Samer.Badaan@Patchi-ae.com Show less

United Arab Emirates

Managed sales operations, budget, P&L, merchandising, vendor management, branding, marketing, distribution, staff training, in-store stock monitoring and availability, logistics, and vendor payments across ten retail stores & 18 employees across GCC & North Africa. Evaluated market trends, negotiated prices, competitive information, industry trends for leveraging opportunities to ensure continued growth of regional sales and profitability margins.Luxury Goods & JewelryRichard… Show more Managed sales operations, budget, P&L, merchandising, vendor management, branding, marketing, distribution, staff training, in-store stock monitoring and availability, logistics, and vendor payments across ten retail stores & 18 employees across GCC & North Africa. Evaluated market trends, negotiated prices, competitive information, industry trends for leveraging opportunities to ensure continued growth of regional sales and profitability margins.Luxury Goods & JewelryRichard Junot & Maria Mirelli Watches Show less

United Arab Emirates

Assisted in regional expansion of 10 retail locations and sales growth of over 10% annually in both retail and wholesale sales. Trained and cultivated a team of 17 highly professional Sales Executives and Managers to provide highest level of customer satisfaction and unwavering commitment to excellent service and follow-through. Established strong and collaborative relationships with the senior management team, staff, vendors, suppliers and wholesalers. Managed daily operations, human… Show more Assisted in regional expansion of 10 retail locations and sales growth of over 10% annually in both retail and wholesale sales. Trained and cultivated a team of 17 highly professional Sales Executives and Managers to provide highest level of customer satisfaction and unwavering commitment to excellent service and follow-through. Established strong and collaborative relationships with the senior management team, staff, vendors, suppliers and wholesalers. Managed daily operations, human resource needs, business logistics, client networking, and several contractual and financial negotiations for real estate acquisitions and procurement of top brands such as Mont Blanc, Jaquet Droz, Bovet, Chopard, Swarovski, ST Dupont, Gucci, De La Cour, Cerruti, Franchi Menotti, Chase Durer, Armand Nicolet watches, jewelry & accessories. Show less

United Arab Emirates

Managed and maintained key strategic client relationships. Assisted with training of new team members and on-boarding. Successfully completed all product and development training, operated within Bulgari’s policies and guidelines.

Graduate Diamonds, Gemology, A+

Hotel Restaurant Management, Hospitality Administration/Management, A

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration, Management And Operations, 3.3 Gpa