Tariq Burki - Management Consultant

Q: Where is Tariq based?

Tariq is based in Bonn, Germany .

Q: What languages does Tariq speak?

Tariq speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Tariq have?

Tariq has at least 29 years of experience. During this time, Tariq has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 6 years and 9 months . Note that Tariq may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Tariq's latest experience?

Tariq's most recent position is Management Consultant .

Q: Which industries is Tariq most experienced in?

Tariq is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Information Technology , and Energy . Tariq also has some experience in Retail .

Q: Which business areas is Tariq most experienced in?

Tariq is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology , Project Management , and Sales . Tariq also has some experience in Procurement , Supply Chain Management , and Strategy .

Q: Which industries has Tariq worked in recently?

Tariq has recently worked in industries like Energy and Retail .

Q: Which business areas has Tariq worked in recently?

Tariq has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology , Procurement , and Supply Chain Management .

Q: What is Tariq's education?

Tariq holds a Master in Information Systems Management from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina State University .

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Bonn, Germany

Experience

Jan 2020 - Dec 2023

4 years

Management Consultant

Functioned as a Fractional CIO for the GCC's largest gaming distributor, leading a complete IT transformation infrastructure upgrade and outsourcing of IT services and ERP applications
Oversaw the development and rollout of two CEO-sponsored business systems with a $40 million budget, including the implementation of a comprehensive Hydrocarbon Accounting System (Tieto) and a Supply Chain Management System integrating seven multi-vendor applications across Qatargas, Rasgas, and Qatar Petroleum
Led Schlumberger's global outsourcing, securing a $350 million deal over five years with a 15% cost reduction, managing a global team of over 30 and implementing operational models and frameworks for chargeback, procurement, and IT management
Navigated technically intricate and organizationally demanding projects for prestigious companies worldwide across more than 30 countries, leading diverse teams and driving strategic innovation

Jan 2010 - Dec 2020

11 years

Germany

Fractional CIO

CXO Partners

Spearheaded engagement and strategy sessions for IBM consulting and customer CIO teams, devising board-level and operational plans for SAP rollout and support
Delivered comprehensive transformational program plans including project plans by function, resource estimates, and technical designs with system capacity requirements through intensive fact-finding and gap analysis sessions

Jan 2008 - Dec 2010

3 years

Qatar

Head SCMS & HAS

Qatargas

Delivered IT services at RSIFF in Saudi Arabia
Conducted enterprise architecture strategy review for Al Rostamani Group in Dubai
Formulated AI strategy for Synergy Energy Resources in Aberdeen

Jan 2000 - Dec 2002

3 years

United Kingdom

Program Manager

Schlumberger

Managed over fifteen outsourcing bids in a self-managed matrix organization, involving leadership, negotiations, customer briefings, business development, contract writing, project management, financial analysis, team management, communication, and relationship-building skills at senior executive levels

Jan 1990 - Dec 2000

11 years

United States

Program Manager

IBM

Served as IBM's primary interface to customer CIOs and executive management, showcasing IBM's capabilities in transition/project management, CRM, helpdesk, Internet, procurement, maintenance, asset management, disaster recovery, and security
Responded to commercial RFPs for enterprise-wide outsourcing proposals for Fortune 500 companies, with contracts ranging from $200 million to $1 billion

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Information Technology, Energy, and Retail.

Professional Services

Information Technology

Energy

Retail

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Project Management, Sales, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and Strategy.

Information Technology

Project Management

Sales

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Strategy

Summary

Tariq is an accomplished IT consultant with over three decades of experience navigating technically intricate and organizationally demanding projects for prestigious companies worldwide. With a track record spanning more than 30 countries, Tariq has adeptly led diverse teams to success on a global scale. His strategic acumen and risk-aware approach drive innovation, fostering improved empowerment among team members.

Throughout his career, Tariq has played pivotal roles in leading IT transformation across multiple industries. Notable highlights include his leadership in the global IT transformation programs at Qatargas, Schlumberger, IBM etc.

Skills

Risk Assessment
Business Optimization And Transformation
It Health Check
M&a Both Pre And Post Merger
Governance
Outsourcing And Vendor Management
It Security
Business Case And Budgeting
Pmo And Project Rescue
Business Continuity And Disaster Recovery
Audit Management
Enterprise Architecture
Policy And Procedures
Document And Knowledge Management

Languages

English

Native

German

Elementary

Education

Oct 1990 - Jun 2004

North Carolina State University

MSc in Information Systems Management · Information Systems Management · Raleigh, United States

Oct 1985 - Jun 1989

North Carolina State University

BSc in Electrical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Raleigh, United States

Certifications & licenses

COBIT Certified

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)

IBM - USA

PMI Certified Project Manager (PMP)

TOGAF® Certified

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Professional Services 24 y

Avg length 6 y 4 m

Longest experience 10 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 4 (Germany, Qatar, United Kingdom, United States)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Management Consultant, Fractional CIO, Head SCMS & HAS

Main industries Professional Services, Information Technology, Energy

Main business areas Information Technology, Project Management, Sales

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 7

Profile

Created

January 2026

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Where is Tariq based?

Tariq is based in Bonn, Germany.

What languages does Tariq speak?

Tariq speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Tariq have?

Tariq has at least 29 years of experience. During this time, Tariq has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 6 years and 9 months. Note that Tariq may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Tariq be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Tariq would be well-suited for roles such as: Management Consultant, Fractional CIO, Head SCMS & HAS.

What is Tariq's latest experience?

Tariq's most recent position is Management Consultant.

Which industries is Tariq most experienced in?

Tariq is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology, and Energy. Tariq also has some experience in Retail.

Which business areas is Tariq most experienced in?

Tariq is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Sales. Tariq also has some experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and Strategy.

Which industries has Tariq worked in recently?

Tariq has recently worked in industries like Energy and Retail.

Which business areas has Tariq worked in recently?

Tariq has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management.

What is Tariq's education?

Tariq holds a Master in Information Systems Management from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina State University.

Does Tariq have any certificates?

Tariq has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: COBIT Certified, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

What is the availability of Tariq?

Tariq is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Tariq?

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