CAREER OBJECTIVE:
In order to cater to the growing demand of Freelancers all over the world during this Covid-19 Pandemic, I would like to spare my time to work remotely as a Freelancer, Influencer, Service Provider for needy companies and individuals, who cannot afford to recruit staff to complete their small works.
Skills:
Ø Excellent organizational skills
Ø Excellent negotiation skills
Ø Analytical and problem-solving skills
Ø Decision making
Ø Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ø Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Computer skills
EXPERIENCE:
July 2017 – Present :
Self-employed as Freelancer. Scope of work consists of Virtual Assistant, Editing/Proofreading, Resume/CV building, Translation, Data Entry with good speed & high accuracy, Copy/Pasting, Copy/Typing, Proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excell/Powerpoint, Web search, Web data collection, Email collection. Logo design, Photo editing/retouching, Photo background removal.
Aug 2012 - Jun 2017:
Served with Ali and Sons Contracting Co. LLC, Abu Dhabi as Senior Purchasing Officer. Job involved - sending RFQ, Price negotiation with suppliers/manufacturers, preparing comparison statements, Issuing purchase order, ensuring timely delivery of materials, Coordination with Main store for inventory control, Accounts Department for payment settlement, vendor development, etc.
Jan 2005 – March 2012:
Al Habtoor Leighton Group in Abu Dhabi as Senior Procurement Coordinator. Coordinating with different departments for purchase and payment settlements. Office management of Procurement Director. Preparing letters and memos, sending enquiries to supplier/mfrs, etc.
April 2001 – March 2004:
NESMA Group of Companies Head Office, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Worked as Executive Secretary. Managing office of Senior Vice President, making letters & memos, answering telecalls, calendar management, travel arrangement, Itinerary preparation, etc.
Feb.2000 – March 2001:
Persumsila Agencies, Kerala, India. Managed establishment of a FMCG distribution company.
Feb.1995 – May 1998:
Rajinder Group, Bombay. Served as P.A. to Executive Vice President. Carried out all support service for the EVP.
Dec.1991 – Dec. 1994:
Zubair Automotive LLC, Muscat. Served with their European Motors Division and Zubair Automotive Service Division as Secretary.
Nov.1989 – Nov. 1991:
Bhawan Group, Muscat. Served with their Engineering Projects Division consisting of Electro-Mechanical, Air-conditioning & Civil projects as Secretary.
QUALIFICATION:
Professional:
(i) DMM (Diploma in Material Management) – 2 year course from Luna Institute of Engineering Technologies & Management Studies, India.
(ii) DBM/A (Diploma in Business Management / Administration from College of Professional Managers, Jersey, U.K., securing CREDIT.
Academic:
(ii) B.A. Degree in Economics / Sociology (3 years integrated course) from Mumbai University.
Computer / Others
(v) Windows MS Word, Excel, Power point, E-Mail & Internet. Also familiar with ERP/Hysis software.
PERSONAL:
Full Name: Haridas Gopalan
Marital Status: Married, have two children
Nationality: Indian
Languages known:
Command over English, Hindi & Malayalam. Also working knowledge of Tamil.
Driving License:
Holding valid Light Duty Driving License from India.
Personal attributes::
Honest and trustworthy
Respectful
Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
Flexible
Demonstrate sound work ethics
