Hussein Mahmoud's Linkedin Analytics

With over 17 years of dedicated experience in the Automotive industry, I have established a solid track record of accomplishments across dealership and OEM landscapes, specializing in luxury, premium and core brands. Throughout my career, I've held leadership roles driving sales and market share growth profitably across the GCC and Levant markets. My tenure includes managing renowned brands such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, Volvo, GMC and Chevrolet. My expertise spans a broad spectrum, from crafting effective Go-To-Market strategies to orchestrating comprehensive sales, marketing and pricing initiatives. I excel in after-sales operations management, business planning, P&L ownership, strategic planning and talent development. Recognized for my leadership acumen and ability to inspire high-performing teams, I thrive on fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. My strategic foresight and planning have consistently yielded exceptional results, surpassing industry benchmarks and profitability targets. Notable accolades include the ‘’Outstanding Sales Performance’’ award from General Motors Africa and Middle East in 2017, and the prestigious ‘’Excellence Club’’ award from Volvo Cars in 2022 & 2023 for the best performance in EMEA region. As an MBA graduate from the University of Leicester, I possess the requisite skills and knowledge to inspire teams and drive impactful outcomes. Beyond the boardroom, I'm a proud alumnus of the Egyptian Basketball team for Juniors, representing my country at the World Cup Finals in Milan, Italy in 1997. Below is a summary of my achievements with the Volvo brand - Achieved 21% YOY volume growth of new cars in 2022 in UAE, best closing since 2013. - Achieved all-time high sales record of new cars in the UAE in 2023, with 68% volume growth, outpacing industry growth rate of 28%, breaking the record set back in 2008. - Achieved all-time high sales record of certified pre-owned vehicles in the UAE in 2023. - Honoured with the prestigious “Excellence Club” award by Volvo Cars for best performance in EMEA region in both 2022 and 2023. - Led a successful turnaround of the Volvo business in Abu Dhabi, resulting in a remarkable 300% growth in 2023. - Spearheaded the implementation of Volvo’s "Personal Service" program, to enhance the aftersales experience for customers. - Delivered outstanding results in Qatar, achieving 102% volume growth of new cars in 2023, well above industry growth of 8.2%. - Led a successful brand re-launch initiative in Oman in 2023.