Faraz Akbar

Senior Manager Strategy & Planning - Global Food Services (Gfs) @Delivery Hero SE

Member of Delivery Hero GFS Management, a strategic business unit spearheading Delivery Hero\'s vertical integration in the food industry via bespoke tech products, cloud kitchens, virtual brands and strategic partnerships with global food companies • Leading the GFS Central Management team in Berlin and reporting directly to the Global VP • In charge of developing GFS global strategy, overseeing commercial growth, new market entries & investment proposals • Responsible for GFS financial planning and performance management, overseeing financial & operational performance, and partnering with business leaders across the regions to ensure alignment on organizational objectives • Lead cross-functional and cross-regional initiatives, enhancing collaboration between various commercial, tech, and product departments • Currently managing a global investment portfolio of assets worth €40 million • Successfully led negotiations with external investors for injection of €6M in the GFS business unit