Karim Cherif
About Karim Cherif
Karim Cherif serves as the QAD Iberia Services Manager, a position he has held since 2014 in Barcelona, Spain. He has over 12 years of experience in the automotive software industry, specializing in ERP implementation projects.
Work at QAD
Karim Cherif has served as the QAD Iberia Services Manager since 2014. In this role, he has leveraged his extensive IT management experience to align with customer objectives and navigate project constraints. His tenure at QAD spans over 10 years, during which he has focused on enhancing service delivery and project execution in the Iberian region.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Before joining QAD, Karim Cherif worked at Infor as an Associate Project Manager from 2011 to 2014. His role involved overseeing various project management tasks, contributing to his expertise in managing ERP implementation projects. Additionally, he held a position at ABAS Business Solutions Ibérica S.L. as a Consultor for nine months in 2010, further solidifying his project management skills in the software industry.
Education and Expertise
Karim Cherif studied at Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, where he earned a Licenciatura in Informática de Sistemas from 2002 to 2009. He also attended Escoles Universitaries Gimbernat and ESADE Language School, achieving an Intermediate III (B1) level in language studies. His educational background supports his over 12 years of experience in the automotive software industry, particularly in ERP implementation.
Background in IT Management
Karim Cherif has a solid background in IT management, having worked as an IT Manager at Heatcraft Worldwide Refrigeration from 2004 to 2010. His experience in the industrial manufacturing sector has equipped him with the skills necessary to focus on risk mitigation and project scope details, which are critical components of his current role.