Omar El Kouhene
About Omar El Kouhene
Omar El Kouhene is the Co-Founder and COO of Freterium, a transport management platform based in Dubai. He has extensive experience in logistics and project management, having worked with notable companies such as OCP, Total Petrochemicals, and McKinsey & Company.
Work at Freterium
Omar El Kouhene serves as Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Freterium, a company he co-founded in 2018. Freterium is a next-generation Transport Management Platform designed to assist distributors and third-party logistics providers in optimizing logistics management. Since its inception, he has played a significant role in establishing the company's operations and presence in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. His leadership focuses on building a strong team, actively seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset to contribute to the company's growth.
Previous Experience
Prior to his role at Freterium, Omar El Kouhene accumulated diverse experience in various companies. He worked at OCP as a Chartering Manager from 2012 to 2014 and also served as a Freight Marketer for 8 months in 2012. His earlier roles include a position as a Project Manager Assistant at Total Petrochemicals in 2008, a Consultant at McKinsey & Company in 2011, and a Trader Assistant at SGCIB in 2009. Additionally, he worked as a Logistics Specialist at eko chartering from 2014 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Omar El Kouhene has a strong educational background in engineering and finance. He studied at CentraleSupélec, where he earned a Master in Engineering with a focus on Telecom and Financial Engineering from 2007 to 2010. He also attended Lycée Sainte-Geneviève, completing a Prepa MP* INFO program from 2006 to 2007. In 2021, he participated in Y Combinator's S21 program, which lasted for 3 months, further enhancing his entrepreneurial skills and knowledge.
Background
Omar El Kouhene has built a career that spans various roles in logistics, consulting, and project management. His professional journey began with a focus on project management and consulting, leading to significant positions in the logistics sector. His experience in different geographical locations, including Casablanca and Paris, has contributed to his understanding of international logistics and operations. His work history reflects a commitment to enhancing logistics efficiency and management.