1. Page 1 of 2
Sasa Lazic
Mobile: +971.52.699.1886
E-mail: sasalzc@hotmail.com
Gulf experienced Senior management professional with 6+ years of experience in successful business
turnaroundand growthventureswithindiversified industries. Strong background in leading top performing
teams in the areas of engineering, HR, production, logistics, operations management, sales and marketing,
business development, commercial and performance management, strategic planning, , and customer
service. Strategic leader with record in revenue growth through innovative planning, effective business
management, and cost control. Exceptional communicator with analytical and problem solving skills.
STRENGTHS
2+ years of progressive experience in the Gulf Thorough knowledge of ISO standards
Human Resource-Recruitment and Training
Skills
Business Development and Strategic Planning
Client Relationship Management Skills Profit maximization and Revenue achievement
Strong decision making and problem solving
skills
People Management and Team Building Skills
International experience of 6+ years
Education
Bachelor of Science – University of Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Bachelor of Sport and Physical Education – University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and
Herzegovina
National License Holder for Physical Education
2010
2012
2012
Areas of Expertise
General Management (Production, Operations, Construction)
Management of business operations i.e. strategic and tactical work approach to projects and business
profitability.
Strategydevelopment,salesand marketing,customerservice,problemsolving, staff motivation and client
service delivery. Decision maker focused on growth and protecting organization’s interests.
Proficientinstreamliningsystemswithprovencompetence toenhance operational effectivenessand meet
operational goals with cost, time and quality parameters.
Oversee the Human Resources operations of the entire business, such as recruitment, training and
development, compensation and benefits, payroll and employee relations.
Liaise with other departmental managers to understand the needs of development, and to ensure
achievement of operational objectives.
Manage staff development,examples:coaching,guidingandtrainingforoperational efficiency. Ensureson
time processingof all inquiriesreceivedinthe company:worksonclosingthe deal,andguidesthe team for
executing job orders as agreed with the clients.
Utilize performance management techniques to monitor attainment of service levels.
Provide leadershipanddirection in planning, development and implementation of strategic business i.e.
operational plans and programs, group policies, internal audits and controls.
Development of policies while directing staff allocation.
Coordinate logisticsactivities with different departments such as procurement, finance, human resource
and other relevant units. Formulate Standard Operating Procedures; manage logistics operations,
including, material and personnel. Coordinate and provide logistics support for company operations.
2. Page 2 of 2
Proven Job Role
Team Leader
Yas Waterworld,AbuDhabi,UAE
Sep 2012 – May 2013
Observing position of Team Leader in company with 500+ employees.
Managing pre opening crow and more than 150 lifeguards.
Monitor production vs. efficiency to review production schedule accordingly.
Managing schedule for 150 lifeguards in Yas Waterworld.
Establishes quality control standards and maintaining high standard of Guests service.
Preparesannual manpowerplan. Makes sure that all vacant positions are filled in line with HR standards.
Establishsafe workingproceduresforall areasof operationincoordinationwiththe safetydepartment and
ensure its implementation to keep accident to a minimum and reduce downtime.
Finnish Group Training Techniques Program witch allow me to teach other colleagues about and material
and making workshop for them.
Production Manager
Mega Carpets, Dubai,UAE
May 2013 – Dec 2014
Observing position of the Production Manager in company with 500+ employees.
Managing three differentfactorieswithyearlyproduction of 5 million m2
of carpets, 5000 tons of yarn and
1500 tons of jute, worth more than $70 million.
Establishesproductionstandardsof efficiency, minimum wastages and maximum utilization of resources
(machines, raw material and manpower).
Monitor production vs. sales to review production schedule accordingly.
Establishes quality control standards and procedures and managing machines maintenance programs
including smooth supply of spare parts.
Preparesannual manpowerplan. Makes sure that all vacant positions are filled in line with HR standards.
Establishsafe workingproceduresforall areasof operationincoordinationwiththe safetydepartmentand
ensure its implementation to keep accident to a minimum and reduce downtime.
Achievements
Increase overall production for 15% after one and half month in the company.
Construction Manager
Al Shamat,Electromechanical ContractingEst.,AbuDhabi,UAE
Dec 2014 – Present
Overseeing and spearheading the day to day operations of engineering managers in order to meet
budgeted hoursandengineeringdeadlines for all projects whilst holding the Engineering and Operations
Teams accountable.
Implementing and managing the ISO 9000 Quality Management System in 404 vilas in Mudon area.
Successfully implementing the Aconex system for Document management, Project communication and
Process management.
Maintains a consistently positive and enthusiastic culture within the workplace.
Responsible for all deadline to meat in time and managing 300 technicians and 20 engineers on site.
Establishsafe workingproceduresforall areasof operationincoordinationwiththe safetydepartmentand
ensure its implementation to keep accident to a minimum and reduce downtime.
Achievements
Six Sigma strategy for Operational and Logistics plan for Construction at remote sites
Innovating the Tracking System Management Tool for Daily, Weekly and Monthly Construction
Progress
Other Details
Marital Status: Married Visa Status: UAE Employment Visa Hight:205 cm Weight:130 kg
Driving License: UAE Languages: English, Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian References: Will furnish upon request
Excellent IT Skills: , MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), Internet and E-mail Applications