Saad Khan - Founder

Q: Where is Saad based?

Saad is based in Cologne, Germany .

Q: What languages does Saad speak?

Saad speaks the following languages: English (Native), Urdu (Native) .

Q: How many years of experience does Saad have?

Saad has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Saad has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 13 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months . Note that Saad may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Saad's latest experience?

Saad's most recent position is Founder at SpaceOf.Foundation GmbH .

Q: What companies has Saad worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Saad has worked for SpaceOf.Foundation GmbH , TB International GmbH , Breu Inc. , WePet Inc. , METRO AG, and Hospitality Digital GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Saad most experienced in?

Saad is most experienced in industries like Information Technology , Food and Beverage , and Telecommunication . Saad also has some experience in Education , Professional Services , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas is Saad most experienced in?

Saad is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology , Product Development , and Project Management . Saad also has some experience in Business Intelligence , Operations , and Strategy .

Q: Which industries has Saad worked in recently?

Saad has recently worked in industries like Information Technology , Food and Beverage , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Saad worked in recently?

Saad has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology , Project Management , and Product Development .

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Cologne, Germany

Experience

Aug 2023 - Present

2 years 8 months

Founder

SpaceOf.Foundation GmbH

Provide strategic technology & innovation consulting to C-suite assisting digital transformation journey, adopting AI, cloud, and data platforms to enhance business value chain
Operate in sectors: fashion, eCommerce, logistics, pharmaceutical, F&B, wholesale retail, FMCG, energy distribution & trading, global supply chain, mobile communications
Coordinate strategically with Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services, McKinsey, Accenture, Deloitte & KPMG

Aug 2023 - Present

2 years 8 months

Advisor Chief Technology Officer

TB International GmbH

Influenced company-wide strategy by integrating cloud-native solutions across production, supply chain, and logistics to support €1 billion growth targets
Reshaped operating model by embedding IT into core business processes and promoting domain-driven design
Drove adoption of microservices and serverless architectures to optimize costs and scale operations across diverse brand portfolio

Jul 2023 - Present

2 years 9 months

Advisory Board Member

Breu Inc.

Guided strategic product initiatives through TechStars and Y Combinator accelerators to reinforce position in cloud-native, durable delivery and automation solutions
Advised on high-impact cloud and software consulting strategies influencing growth in distributed systems and site reliability engineering (SRE)

Mar 2021 - Jul 2022

1 year 5 months

Advisor Chief Technology Officer

WePet Inc.

Co-developed and launched veterinary services platform, expanding reach to 20 Spanish-speaking countries
Transformed founder’s vision into fully operational, mobile-first solution for pet healthcare

Aug 2016 - Aug 2023

7 years 1 month

Director Engineering

METRO AG, Hospitality Digital GmbH

Reported to CEO and collaborated with corporate venture capitalists on all technology matters
Spearheaded METRO’s first cloud-native digital venture, pioneering cloud governance and improving time-to-market for over 30 digital solutions across 17 European countries
Drove integration of digital solutions into core wholesale business, resulting in cost optimizations, streamlined processes, and partnership with Google Cloud for advanced cloud and data science initiatives
Transformed operating model with focus on platform engineering and reducing toil, optimizing cognitive load and enhancing internal tools and development processes
Managed cross-functional team of 80 engineers, instilling Agile, DevOps, and SRE principles to foster innovation, security, and continuous improvement
Established robust cloud governance framework balancing security, quality, and speed, becoming a benchmark for other METRO AG group companies
Secured and managed strategic partnerships, represented company at industry conferences and on Google’s Kubernetes design panel

Feb 2016 - Jul 2016

6 months

Product Development Consultant

ESB International

Consulted to overcome technical hurdles in energy trading platform and enhanced system infrastructure for performance gains
Led projects to elevate efficacy of customer-facing services, boosting operational efficiency and client satisfaction across energy markets

Sep 2015 - Feb 2016

6 months

Chief Technology Officer

VisiTrans GmbH

Drove strategic and technical development of cloud-based platforms to optimize container logistics and pricing configurations across transportation networks
Led design and pre-launch activities ensuring seamless integration with logistical demands and digital transformation goals of freight forwarding and trade-show industries

Aug 2015 - Present

10 years 8 months

Board Member

Active Capital IT

Leveraged expertise in software development and cloud technologies to strategize and deliver outsourcing and end-to-end solutions enhancing clients’ digital transformation capabilities
Consulted on end-to-end service delivery through Agile and DevOps methodologies, robust cloud automation, and strategic partnerships, optimizing operational efficiencies and time-to-market across industries

Sep 2013 - Aug 2015

2 years

Data Solutions Manager

DB Schenker AG

Orchestrated full lifecycle development and delivery of new generation B2B services, transitioning to AWS to enhance global delivery across 140 countries and 12 vertical markets
Led international Scrum teams of software developers and data analysts in Germany, China, and USA
Conducted customer-focused workshops and training for regional commercial teams to maximize adoption of new digital tools and data services
Oversaw data-driven projects including real-time event tracking for Apple, mobile services for finance and key accounts, customer-specific dashboards for Dell, Chanel, and Johnson & Johnson, and a carbon emissions dashboard used by VW, Intel, and Apple

May 2012 - Sep 2013

1 year 5 months

Product Specialist

Alcatel Lucent Network Services

Managed product development and roadmap for a highly reliable 2-node cluster system based on Solaris and PostgreSQL
Orchestrated deployment of new charging features across live intelligent network and advanced charging systems, enhancing capabilities and global customer satisfaction

Feb 2010 - Aug 2012

2 years 7 months

Software Architect

Nokia Siemens Networks

Designed custom performance solutions for clients across EMEA by leveraging organizational data for unified, actionable insights
Led pre-sales and post-sales activities including live demonstrations and project management from inception to delivery
Innovated customer analytics platform for Zain Kuwait integrating Google Maps in 2012
Integrated sales, financial, and customer care data with real network traffic for Zain Kuwait in 2011, synthesizing diverse data sources into cohesive reports and dashboards
Developed Customer Experience Management system for Vodafone Global in Germany, analyzing data from network, handset specifics, and roaming across 11 countries
Crafted customized reports for Qtel Qatar in 2011 analyzing subscriber behavior, network performance, and handset usage
Created daily network KPI reporting solution for Zain Bahrain in 2010 automating data collection and analysis through NetAct

Jul 2007 - Feb 2010

2 years 8 months

Engineer

Siemens

Implemented, tested, and managed charging and billing systems across 20 two-node clusters for mobile network operators on Solaris OS with three JVMs and Oracle databases for over 30 million accounts
Collaborated with VAS, HLR, MSC/STP, and roaming partners to enhance network service reliability and billing operations
Led integration of GPRS and postpaid billing systems into existing infrastructures, boosting billing accuracy and reliability
Coordinated with data warehouse, revenue & fraud control, marketing & segments, and sales & finance teams to ensure data coherence and security, optimizing revenue management and reducing fraud

Aug 2004 - Jun 2007

2 years 11 months

Campus Network Administrator - Services

GIK Institute

Established and managed university’s first internet radio station, delivering live audio streaming across campus to enhance student engagement and community connection

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Food and Beverage, Telecommunication, Education, Professional Services, and Manufacturing.

Information Technology

Food and Beverage

Telecommunication

Education

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management, Business Intelligence, Operations, and Strategy.

Information Technology

Product Development

Project Management

Business Intelligence

Operations

Strategy

Languages

English

Native

Urdu

Native

Education

Oct 2002 - Jun 2007

GIK Institute of Engineering

Bachelor of Science, Specialization in Heat Transformations, Distributed Computing · Engineering Sciences · Topi, Pakistan

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 13

Experience in Information Technology 10.5 y

Avg length 3 y

Longest experience 10 y 7 m

Expertise

Recent roles Founder, Advisor Chief Technology Officer, Advisory Board Member

Main industries Information Technology, Food and Beverage, Telecommunication

Main business areas Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Profile

Created

November 2024

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Saad based?

Saad is based in Cologne, Germany.

What languages does Saad speak?

Saad speaks the following languages: English (Native), Urdu (Native).

How many years of experience does Saad have?

Saad has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Saad has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 13 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months. Note that Saad may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Saad be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Saad would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder, Advisor Chief Technology Officer, Advisory Board Member.

What is Saad's latest experience?

Saad's most recent position is Founder at SpaceOf.Foundation GmbH.

What companies has Saad worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Saad has worked for SpaceOf.Foundation GmbH, TB International GmbH, Breu Inc., WePet Inc., METRO AG, and Hospitality Digital GmbH.

Which industries is Saad most experienced in?

Saad is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Food and Beverage, and Telecommunication. Saad also has some experience in Education, Professional Services, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Saad most experienced in?

Saad is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Product Development, and Project Management. Saad also has some experience in Business Intelligence, Operations, and Strategy.

Which industries has Saad worked in recently?

Saad has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Food and Beverage, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Saad worked in recently?

Saad has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Product Development.

What is Saad's education?

Saad holds a Bachelor in Engineering Sciences from GIK Institute of Engineering.

What is the availability of Saad?

Saad is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Saad?

Saad's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.