Ousmane Diouf
Maputo
Summary
Dynamic executive with a proven track record in banking sector, driving strategic transformation and achieving millions in profit growth. Expert in business development and process optimization, leveraging data analysis and project management skills to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Vista Bank (Previously Société Générale)
Maputo
02.2020 - Current
- Define the strategy and lead the transformation, good functioning, animation and supervision of the subsidiary's support functions activities including back office operations, IT, projects, business intelligence, electronic channels, processes, logistics, procurement, purchase and facilities.
- Lead and coordinate the implementation of the Transition Services Agreement after acquision of Societe Generale Mozambique by Vista Group Holding.
- Drive the transition of the Bank IT systems support from foreign outsourcing to local Team and normalize the Bank operations to Bank directives and procedures.
- Direct operational strategy to enhance efficiency across global banking services.
- Collaborate with executive team to align corporate objectives with operational goals.
- Lead cross-functional teams in executing large-scale transformation projects.
COO Coverage and Corporate Banking
Société Générale
Dakar
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Define the corporate business strategy of SG Senegal subsidiary, optimize the customer portfolio allocation, coordinate the industrialization of value chains and ensure the synergy between Corporate and Retail markets (+15% annual growth of the Corporate Net Banking Income).
- Ensure the interface between the sale teams and the other business lines (IT, Finance, Risk, Compliance, Audit).
- Lead the development and implementation of regional dashboards for the synergy of clients portfolio as well as the growth of commissions.
- Ensure the development of complex credit applications for customers.
- Analyze market data to inform business decisions and strategic direction.
- Collaborate with other C-level executives in developing business strategies.
- Monitor performance metrics of departments and provided feedback to executives.
Project Manager
Société Générale
Dakar
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Within the International Banking and Financial Services division (IBFS) of SG Group, drive a culture of continuous process improvement within SubSaharan Africa (12 subsidiaries) and conduct process optimization projects in order to improve profitability, customer satisfaction and risk management of subsidiaries.
- Lead the development of the 2017-2020 Strategic Plan of SG Senegal.
- Coordinate and actively contribute to the development of the regionalization strategy of the SG subsidiaries in sub-Saharan Africa (Stream Front to Back, SME Strategy, NBI +).
Technology Solutions Consultant Manager
Performances Group
Dakar
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Design and lead the development of innovative business solutions and business models with high growth potential for governments as well as large companies.
- Evaluate the competitive environment, identify business opportunities for Performance Group and participate in corporate or country strategy missions.
Technical Marketing Leader
Rheinmetall Canada
Montreal
01.2011 - 12.2014
- Reporting to the Vice President of Electronic Systems Business Line, my missions were to ensure the interface between customers and project managers and lead the development of proposals on behalf of governments or organizations.
- Provide strategic (market and competition analysis), managerial (resource availability), financial (cost estimate, risk analysis and flexibility analysis) and technical (WBS, software architecture and system) expertise during the projects definition phase.
- Develop the detailed strategy of the projects opportunities (perform the financial and technical review) and present recommendations to the executive committee.
- Among other contracts, lead and win the $ 186.7 million tender for the supply of 10 medium range radars to the Canadian Forces for the detection of hostile projectiles.
Project Engineer and Coordinator
Rheinmetall Canada
Montreal
01.2003 - 12.2011
- Manage the operational, financial, and technical resources of a portfolio of international projects worth up to $ 6M per year in a matrix environment.
- Control program costs using the Earned- Value Analysis (EVA) method, saving more than 30% of initially budgeted costs, while achieving total customer satisfaction.
- Lead a $ 3.6 Million project in Senegal as the sole representative of RhC for the provision of a Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
- Negotiate the terms of the contract with the customer, select local suppliers and execute the contract to the satisfaction of cost and time requirements.
- Prepare budgets, timelines and plans aligned with customer needs, organizational constraints, and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
System Engineer
Rheinmetall Canada
Montreal
01.2000 - 12.2003
- Lead the development of software and test platforms for the validation of control and command systems and manage team of more than 10 engineers and technicians in addition to support staff.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Strategy And Finance
HAUTES ÉTUDES COMMERCIALES
Montréal01.2013
Project Management Professional (Certification PMP) -
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
Montréal01.2009
Master in Applied Science - Software Engineering
ÉCOLE POLYTECHNIQUE DE MONTRÉAL
Montréal01.2006
Bachelor - Electrical Engineering
ÉCOLE POLYTECHNIQUE DE MONTRÉAL
Montréal01.2000
Skills
- Business Development
- Strategy development
- Risks analysis
- Data analysis
- Product and brand management
- Project evaluation and management
- Process optimization (Lean Six Sigma)
- Systems life cycle support management
- Systems integration process
- Amplitude (Delta)
- Temenos T24
- MS Project
- MS Office
- Business Object
Hobbies and Interests
- Sport fishing
Languages
- English
- French
- Portuguese
- Wolof
Affiliations
- Member of Conseillers du Commerce Extérieur de la France
Languages
French
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Portuguese
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Vista Bank (Previously Société Générale)
02.2020 - Current
COO Coverage and Corporate Banking
Société Générale
01.2018 - 01.2020
Project Manager
Société Générale
01.2016 - 12.2017
Technology Solutions Consultant Manager
Performances Group
01.2014 - 12.2016
Technical Marketing Leader
Rheinmetall Canada
01.2011 - 12.2014
Project Engineer and Coordinator
Rheinmetall Canada
01.2003 - 12.2011
System Engineer
Rheinmetall Canada
01.2000 - 12.2003
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Strategy And Finance
HAUTES ÉTUDES COMMERCIALES
Project Management Professional (Certification PMP) -
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
Master in Applied Science - Software Engineering
ÉCOLE POLYTECHNIQUE DE MONTRÉAL
Bachelor - Electrical Engineering
ÉCOLE POLYTECHNIQUE DE MONTRÉAL