Description

Begad is an IT Program Delivery Lead specializing in complex carve-outs, post-merger integrations, and enterprise transformations. Proven track record of delivering high-risk programs under strict operational and regulatory constraints, including full IT/OT separations and Day 1 readiness for critical infrastructure. Combines strong technical understanding (SAP, data, infrastructure) with stakeholder alignment and commercial acumen, consistently driving cost optimization, TSA structuring, and execution in multi-party environments.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual
Arabic
Native or bilingual
Dutch
Conversational

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Amsterdam (up to 50km)

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IT Program Delivery Lead – M&A & Transformation
ENERGY AND UTILITIES
January 2025 - Today (1 year and 5 months)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
•Act as delivery lead for complex carve-ins/outs and transformation programs, demonstrating strong ownership in high-risk, misaligned, or time-sensitive situations.
•Lead multi-work stream programs across SAP, applications, infrastructure, data, and OT to ensure operational continuity and timely delivery.
•Drive TSA structuring, scope control, and execution strategies to minimize dependencies and safeguard commercial value.
•Regularly operate in environments that require stabilization, recovery, and alignment to restore program performance.
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Atos Consulting
Senior Manager – IT Program Delivery (M&A & Transformation)
January 2022 - January 2025 (3 years)
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•Directed complex IT carve-outs and transformation programs, managing execution across SAP, data, infrastructure, and Geo-ICT in multi-stakeholder, high-pressure settings.
•Established governance structures and delivery frameworks to provide control over ambiguous programs, ensuring adherence to timelines, operational readiness, and quality results.
•Served as a liaison between business and technology, translating strategic initiatives in AI, data analytics, and Geo-ICT into actionable delivery plans aligned with practical constraints.
•Advised senior stakeholders and supported business cases and pre-sales activities, ensuring solutions were feasible and based on scalable execution models.
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Bekern Technologies
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January 2018 - January 2021 (3 years)
•Founded and expanded a software and geospatial solutions company, managing all aspects from sales through delivery.
•Increased revenue from $10K to $300K in 18 months by acquiring clients and ensuring successful project execution.
•Implemented ERP and GIS solutions in multiple regions, adapting to diverse and resource-limited settings.
•Developed cross-cultural teams and partnerships across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.