Yassin Macaalin Ahmed
Regional Project Manager, Nordics
Stockholm,Region Stockholm
Summary
Dynamic & Experienced Regional Project Manager with a proven track record at Abbott Scandinavia AB, excelling in IT project management and cross-functional team leadership. Expert in risk management and stakeholder relations, delivering complex automation projects on time. Adept at analyzing performance data to drive continuous improvement and enhance project outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Regional Project Manager, Nordics
Abbott Scandinavia AB
06.2018 - Current
- Regional Project Manger overseeing complex projects in Automation, Standalone Instrumentation's and IT solutions (DHS Products) across the Nordics.
- Delivered on time Automation Projects on the a3600 Platform, GLP Track System, Alinity (Ci + H) and DHS IT solutions (AMS, DMS, IMS, AIP, Alinity Pro, Insight, Indexor)
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Abbott representative in customer steering committees and Operational management.
- Provided support and insight to tender responses, requirements and transitionplans for the projects to the Sales / Acquisitions Team.
Sr. Technical Solution Design Specialist (TSD)
Abbott Scandinavia AB
06.2018 - 01.2021
- Part of the Customer Experience Team in Core Diagnostics division and lead TSD for delivering the VGR implementation. Where 10 hospitals consolidated into 1 regional entity with the same Automation, Instrumentation and IT platforms.
- Oversaw all IT (Abbott DHS) deliveries during the VGR implementation (AMS, IMS, BIS / AIP), and their integration to the Abbott instrument / automation platform + Customers LIMS systems (9x LIMS in total)
- Established relationships with project team members, subcontractors, engineer of record and clients to facilitate understanding and influence design and project development.
- Reviewed documents for compliance with local and national code requirements.
- Proposed potential solutions for design optimization, challenges and improvements.
- Provided review and guidance for project non-conformances and operations issues.
- Participated in tender responses / submissions together with the Sales / Acquisition Team.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
- Represented Abbott in VGR Steering Committee and Operation Management meetings + Reviews.
Global Application Specialist (LCMS)
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
02.2013 - 05.2018
- Part of Global R&D Team in the development of the Cascadion Instrument Platform (LCMS).
- Performed on-site and in-house bench-scale testing, data analysis, and reports.
- Global application support and onsite tester at sites in California (US), Vantaa / Helsinki (FI), Stockholm (SE), Berlin (DE)
- Devised technical strategies, created system designs and developed presentation materials for applications.
- Created manuals and published guidelines for proper use of systems.
- Managed software and hardware upgrades and deployment of new services and products.
- Trained staff on proper use of systems and conducted orientation seminars.
Biomedical Scientist
Karolinska University Hospital
02.2008 - 01.2013
- Investigated and diagnosed diabetes and food poisoning through laboratory-based testing.
- Performed repetitive research tests in clinical environments.
- Maintained accurate records of all methods and research conducted and wrote in-depth medical reports.
- Analyzed samples of blood and tissue for specific chemicals using automated testing procedures.
- Monitored new drugs given to patients to treat conditions, noting dosage, efficacy and side effects.
- Maintained strict adherence to laboratory guidelines and regulations, verifying safety and protective procedures.
- Utilized extensive background knowledge and expertise in engineering methodologies to solve design problems according to schedule.
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Biomedicine
Uppsala University 09.2002 - 06.2007
Completed Cource Certificates - Pharmacology
Pharmacology, Physiology, Micro. And Molecular Biology.
Uppsala University 01.2004 - 06.2005
Skills
- Project and IT project management delivery
- Cross-functional Teamwork, Resource coordination and collaboration
- Scope definition, Performance monitoring, Budget management
- Project management software and Technical understanding presentations
- Risk management, Quality assurance, Process improvement and Change management
- Regulatory compliance
- Excellent Communication, Interpersonal skills, Flexibility / Adaptability and Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Multi-stakeholder asset management / Stakeholder relations, Customer relationship and vendor management
- Deep understanding of the Nordics Healthcare systems and procurement processes
- Team leadership
- Detail-oriented, Analytical, Strategic thinking, Decision-maker with strong Documentation and reporting capabilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication in Swedish English (Professional working in also Danish Norwegian)
- Experienced in Complex Problem-solving, Workflow Analysis, Training & Development Agile methodologies, ERP software etc
Accomplishments
- Proven track record in the Nordics of delivering Multi Million Dollar IT + Automation Projects on time, and according to project plans & solution designs.
- Proven track record & trust of fostering a great team collaboration in-house (Cross-functions), with vendors and enabling further sales from / for the Acquisition / Sales teams.
Languages
Swedish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Swahili
Elementary
Arabic
Elementary
Interests
History, Traveling, Sailing, Music, Food & Wine
Timeline
Regional Project Manager, Nordics
Abbott Scandinavia AB
06.2018 - Current
Sr. Technical Solution Design Specialist (TSD)
Abbott Scandinavia AB
06.2018 - 01.2021
Global Application Specialist (LCMS)
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
02.2013 - 05.2018
Biomedical Scientist
Karolinska University Hospital
02.2008 - 01.2013
Completed Cource Certificates - Pharmacology
Pharmacology, Physiology, Micro. And Molecular Biology.
01.2004 - 06.2005
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Biomedicine
09.2002 - 06.2007