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Urooj Khan

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Odetta Inc, enhancing business operations and strategic execution. Expert in deal closing and sales strategy, coupled with exceptional relationship-building skills. Achieved above 70% revenue boost through innovative solutions and effective team leadership. Skilled in HubSpot and Salesforce, demonstrating a commitment to client success and operational efficiency.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Sales Officer & Head of Account Management

Scripted Saga
01.2025 - Current
  • Strengthened company's reputation as a trusted partner by providing exceptional customer service and support throughout the entire sales cycle.
  • Implemented innovative pricing models that increased revenue while maintaining competitiveness in the marketplace.
  • Boosted sales revenue by implementing strategic initiatives and fostering strong relationships with key clients.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of products or services for maximum client satisfaction.
  • Developed a high-performing sales team through effective recruitment, training, and coaching strategies.
  • Established performance metrics and monitored progress against goals to drive continuous improvement within the sales organization.
  • Optimized sales operations by implementing efficient processes, tools, and technology solutions.

Head of Business Operations & Strategic Execution

Odetta Inc
10.2019 - 12.2024
  • Built the company's entire framework of policies, processes, and SOP manuals across different functions, ensuring smooth internal operations.
  • Led internal business operations (BizOps), identifying inefficiencies, refining workflows, and implementing solutions to improve processes company-wide.
  • Played a key role in sales efforts—joining client calls, closing high-value deals, and ensuring seamless project execution.
  • Drove upselling and cross-selling strategies for existing clients, expanding contracts and increasing revenue from ongoing partnerships.
  • Boosted company revenue by 70% (2019-2024) by securing major sales contracts and optimizing client onboarding.
  • Managed cross-functional virtual teams of 250+ to enhance collaboration, hit milestones, and exceed client expectations.
  • Spearheaded 1000+ end-to-end projects—ranging from data labeling to platform migration—with a 100% success rate and 98% on-time delivery.
  • Consistently completed projects on budget while upholding high-quality standards and receiving excellent client feedback.
  • Cut project costs by 20-50% through strategic resource allocation and proactive risk management.
  • Designed scalable project plans that aligned with client objectives, maximizing ROI and fostering long-term partnerships.
  • Led the end-to-end execution of the platform, optimizing workflows and ensuring seamless performance across teams.
  • Headed the team of account managers adapting to different situations quickly and delivering within deadlines.
  • Consistently executed large-scale projects under high-pressure, mission-critical deadlines with successful outcomes.
  • Assisted team with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions for the team in various projects.

Head of Account Management

Odetta Inc
06.2018 - 10.2019
  • Led and mentored a team of account managers, ensuring strong client relationships, retention, and growth.
  • Oversaw client onboarding, relationship management, and contract renewals, ensuring seamless service delivery.
  • Played a key role in sales efforts, joining client calls, negotiating deals, and supporting contract closures.
  • Managed the execution of 500+ projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams to align client needs with internal execution strategies.
  • Optimized account management processes, improving team efficiency and client service quality.
  • Monitored project performance, identified risks, and implemented solutions to maintain high client satisfaction.
  • Developed SOPs and best practices for account management, enhancing workflow efficiency.
  • Collaborated with leadership on strategic initiatives to improve client engagement and revenue growth.

Social Media and Communications Officer

USAID Pakistan (World Learning)
08.2013 - 01.2017

USAID Training for Pakistan Project

  • Developed and executed the social media strategy to build and engage a network of project beneficiaries.
  • Increased program visibility by creating newsworthy content and strategically integrating it across Facebook, blogs, and Twitter.
  • Managed and enhanced beneficiary-generated content, ensuring quality through editing, filtering, and strategic improvements.
  • Oversaw beneficiary information management, tracking and recording training-related activities for reporting and analysis.
  • Ensured compliance with USAID branding and marking guidelines across all project materials and communications.
  • Led promotional activities for the project, including event planning and media engagements.
  • Authored blog articles to showcase project successes and impact.
  • Collaborated with the Communications & Outreach Specialist on reporting, storytelling, and success story development.
  • Advocated for social media adoption within the organization, providing guidance and best practices.
  • Provided communication support as needed to the Communications & Outreach Specialist

Monitoring And Evaluation Officer

National Democratic Institute (NDI)
05.2012 - 05.2013

USAID Political Parties Development Project Pakistan

  • Assisted in the design and piloting of data collection tools to support program staff in gathering relevant insights.
  • Developed and refined data collection and analysis protocols for qualitative and quantitative research, including surveys, semi-structured interviews, and focus groups.
  • Coordinated the timely collection and analysis of program performance data and success stories to measure impact.
  • Documented key program events such as meetings, workshops, and other stakeholder engagements.
  • Conducted field visits across Pakistan to supervise and support data collection, ensuring data accuracy and quality.
  • Managed program data using Excel, Access, SPSS, and other analytical tools to maintain an organized data system.
  • Compiled, consolidated, and analyzed program data to generate reports and actionable insights for program reporting.
  • Provided additional program support as assigned to enhance project effectiveness.

Program Assistant

Creative Associates International
11.2010 - 11.2011
FATA Secretariat Special Project
  • Assisted in developing grant proposals aligned with USAID approved strategic objectives and presented them for donor approval.
  • Reviewed and edited final project evaluation reports, ensuring accuracy before updating the USAID database for grant closure.
  • Prepared weekly progress reports, completion reports, and other key implementation documents.
  • Coordinated with field offices and headquarters departments to track project progress, address grant closing issues, and oversee grant agreements.
  • Managed trackers to monitor various phases of the grant cycle, ensuring timely execution and compliance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences; Economics

Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
Lahore, Pakistan
09-2010

Skills

  • Deal closing, sales strategy, and negotiation
  • Business development, B2B sales, and key accounts
  • Client success, CRM, and stakeholder engagement
  • Project management, leadership, and performance tracking
  • Process improvement, operations, and efficiency
  • Sales operations, presentations, and execution
  • Data management, databases, and version control
  • Product strategy, roadmaps, and quality assurance
  • HubSpot, Salesforce, Airtable, and UAT
  • Consulting, relationship building, and communication
  • Generative AI for business optimization

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
Turkish
Limited Working
Arabic
Limited Working
Pashto
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Chief Sales Officer & Head of Account Management

Scripted Saga
01.2025 - Current

Head of Business Operations & Strategic Execution

Odetta Inc
10.2019 - 12.2024

Head of Account Management

Odetta Inc
06.2018 - 10.2019

Social Media and Communications Officer

USAID Pakistan (World Learning)
08.2013 - 01.2017

Monitoring And Evaluation Officer

National Democratic Institute (NDI)
05.2012 - 05.2013

Program Assistant

Creative Associates International
11.2010 - 11.2011

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences; Economics

Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
Urooj Khan