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Jalal Huseynzade

Baku,BA

Summary

Results-driven Product Owner with 7+ years in banking, adept at leveraging AI technologies to enhance product capabilities. Specializing in delivering innovative solutions, driving business growth, and leading cross-functional teams. Expertise in product vision, strategy, and execution, with a focus on efficiency and customer satisfaction. Skilled in managing complex projects and implementing data-driven strategies. Excellent in relationship-building, overcoming technical challenges, and promoting continuous improvement in product design and implementation.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Owner of CRM | IVR | Aİ Virtual Assistant

Kapital Bank
01.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded the creation and deployment of AI-driven virtual assistants, significantly alleviating call center workload.
  • Managed backlog prioritization, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams on technical feasibility assessments, resulting in realistic scope definition for projects.
  • Owned and prioritized product backlog.
  • Reduced time-to-market by effectively coordinating resources, tasks, and timelines within the team.
  • Implemented Agile methodologies to increase team productivity and enhance overall project outcomes.

Product Owner of Sales Channels

Kapital Bank OSC
04.2023 - 01.2024
  • Optimized sales channels, increasing sales efficiency.
  • Managed backlog prioritization, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams on technical feasibility assessments, resulting in realistic scope definition for projects.
  • Implementing new sales channels and optimizing existing ones to drive revenue growth.
  • Monitoring and analyzing the effectiveness of various sales channels to ensure maximum performance.

Product Owner of Telesales | Direct-Sales

Kapital Bank OSC
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Managed telesales and direct sales channels, boosting conversion rates.
  • Managed backlog prioritization, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams on technical feasibility assessments, resulting in realistic scope definition for projects.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement.
  • Optimized product performance by identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.

IT Business Analyst

Kapital Bank OSC
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Translated business requirements into technical specifications, ensuring successful project delivery.
  • Maximized end-user satisfaction through diligent troubleshooting, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues.
  • Assisted in the selection and acquisition of suitable hardware/software tools based on the needs of the organization.

Team Lead in the Retail Sales Department

Kapital Bank OSC
04.2019 - 04.2021
  • Led a dynamic team of sales representatives to consistently surpass sales targets.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.

Specialist in the Retail Sales Department

Kapital Bank OSC
07.2017 - 04.2019
  • Contributed to the development and execution of sales initiatives, driving customer retention.
  • Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.

Education

Bachelor of Marketing -

Azerbaijan State Economic University
Azerbaijan, Baku
06.2016

Skills

  • Product Backlog Management
  • Release Planning
  • Roadmap Development
  • Agile/Scrum Methodology
  • Stakeholder Relationship Management
  • Feature Prioritization
  • Project Management
  • Analytical and Strategic Thinking
  • Product Metrics Tracking
  • Adaptability and creativity

Accomplishments

  • AI Virtual Assistant Development: Successfully launched the first AI-based virtual assistant for Azerbaijani language, significantly reducing operational costs.
  • Sales Channel Optimization: Increased sales efficiency through data-driven strategies and improved customer acquisition and retention.
  • CRM Implementation: Developed a customized CRM system that boosted sales team productivity and enhanced customer relationship management.
  • Credit Request Preapproval System: Implemented a real-time preapproval system, expediting credit processing and enhancing customer experience.
  • WhatsApp Bot Development: Spearheaded the creation of an automated system to generate credit leads and engage with customers, resulting in streamlined operations and heightened customer satisfaction.

Languages

Azerbaijani
Proficient
C2
Russian
Proficient
C2
English
Upper intermediate
B2

Key Skills And Abilities

  • Orchestrated strategic product planning, lifecycle management, and comprehensive product roadmapping to drive innovation and market success
  • Spearheaded requirements gathering, stakeholder management, and data-driven decision-making to ensure alignment with organizational goals and maximize business value
  • Expertly utilized Scrum, Kanban, and agile project management techniques to facilitate efficient sprint planning and execution, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability
  • Demonstrated proficiency in CRM systems, AI technologies, IVR, and driving business process improvement initiatives, leveraging technical acumen to optimize product performance and user experience
  • Led cross-functional teams with a focus on collaboration, mentorship, and coaching, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence to achieve collective goals
  • Applied customer journey mapping and user experience optimization strategies to enhance customer satisfaction, leveraging feedback analysis to drive product enhancements and improvements
  • Employed analytical thinking and strategic problem-solving methodologies to identify challenges and innovate effective solutions, driving sustained business growth and competitive advantage
  • Applied rigorous project planning, risk management, and execution methodologies to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of initiatives, maximizing efficiency and minimizing project risks
  • Demonstrated exceptional verbal and written communication skills, adeptly presenting complex concepts and negotiating with stakeholders to drive consensus and alignment

Projects

  • AI Virtual Assistant Development, 01/01/24 - Present: Pioneered the creation of the first AI model for Azerbaijani language, revolutionizing customer service with speech-to-text and text-to-speech capabilities, and significantly reducing response times through autonomous issue resolution.
  • Bank Card Delivery Establishment, 05/01/23 - 08/01/23: Implemented a direct bank card delivery system, enhancing customer convenience and security while optimizing card issuance processes for improved reliability.
  • CRM Development for Bank Sales Team, 04/01/22 - 01/01/24: Engineered a customized CRM system to streamline lead management and sales tracking, boosting sales team productivity by 30% through enhanced customer relationship management.
  • Real-Time Preapproval System Implementation for Credit Requests, 10/01/23 - 01/01/24: Developed and implemented a preapproval system utilizing advanced algorithms for instant creditworthiness assessment, reducing credit processing times and elevating customer experience.
  • WhatsApp Bot Development for a Bank, 01/01/19 - 04/01/19: Automated lead generation processes, drastically reducing customer wait times from 2 hours to just 15 minutes and significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

Timeline

Product Owner of CRM | IVR | Aİ Virtual Assistant

Kapital Bank
01.2024 - Current

Product Owner of Sales Channels

Kapital Bank OSC
04.2023 - 01.2024

Product Owner of Telesales | Direct-Sales

Kapital Bank OSC
04.2022 - 04.2023

IT Business Analyst

Kapital Bank OSC
04.2021 - 04.2022

Team Lead in the Retail Sales Department

Kapital Bank OSC
04.2019 - 04.2021

Specialist in the Retail Sales Department

Kapital Bank OSC
07.2017 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Marketing -

Azerbaijan State Economic University
Jalal Huseynzade