Burque Corporation Private LimitedHead of IT
Apr. 2017 - Mar. 2024Karāchi, Sindh, PakistanBurque is one of the leading conglomerate with strong presence in Pakistan and East Africa. Core
business activities include distribution, logistics, supply chain, sales management, food and beverages,
and retailing. The group enjoys strategic partnerships with Nestle, Unilever, Haleon, Abbott, SPAR
International, L’Oreal, Shell Pakistan, Fine Hygiene Holdings, IFFCO, Shan Foods and SC Johnson etc.
Accomplishments to date:
Planned, negotiated, structured, initiated and governed end to end SAP S4/Hana Implementation
Planned, negotiated, structured, initiated and governed serial launch of seamlessly integrated mobile
applications for Order Bookers, Field Supervisors, Deliverymen, Customers and Employees fully
integrated with core ERP
Implemented Oracle Analytics Cloud for better visibility of business KPIs to employees and business
partners
Introduced active DR site acquiring IaaS Cloud from Oracle
Introduced 3rd party Cyber Security, IT Governance, IT / IS Policy and Procedures Audits
Efficiently migrated major CAPEX to OPEX delivering cost and service efficiency
Restructured existing IT Function to serve as Enterprise IT Function covering all group entities
Infrastructure planning and deployment, ERP (SAP B1) and store front (iVend) implementation at SPAR
stores
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for planning, managing and delivering strategic IT initiatives
Ensure smooth integration of technology with business
Utilization of latest technological advancements in ICT as potential solutions to the distinctive
organization needs
Ensure reliable and cost effective IT operations for internal and external customers as per agreed
Service Levels
Identifying, analyzing & mitigating technology risks & opportunities
Appraising, planning and governing technology project portfolios
Other responsibilities include Vendor Management, Due Diligence, Contract Administration and
Closure, Appraise, Manage and Report CAPEX and OPEX of IT Department