Sumaiya Sayed
About Sumaiya Sayed
Current Position at TELUS
Sumaiya Sayed is currently employed as a Product Manager at TELUS in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing product development and launches, aiming to enhance product performance in the competitive telecom market. Her position involves strategic planning and the management of cross-functional teams, ensuring that each product meets the company’s high standards.
Previous Experience at Bell
In 2021, Sumaiya briefly served as a Product Marketing Manager at Bell in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. During her four-month tenure, she focused on marketing strategies to boost product visibility and sales. Her role at Bell allowed her to gain valuable experience in product marketing within a leading Canadian telecommunications company.
Career at Vodafone Idea Limited
Sumaiya's extensive career at Vodafone Idea Limited spanned several roles, including Marketing and Segment Manager (2018-2019), National Product Manager (2018), Management Trainee (2017-2018), and Sales and Marketing Intern (2016). Her positions were based primarily in Mumbai, with a stint as a Management Trainee in Kolkata. Over these years, she gained a broad range of experience in product management, marketing, and segment management in one of India’s largest telecom operators.
Educational Background
Sumaiya has a robust educational background that supports her extensive career in product management and marketing. She obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Telecommunication from Rizvi College of Engineering (2009-2012). She earned a Post Graduate Diploma in International Business from SDA Bocconi (2015-2017). In 2021, she completed certificate programs in Business Communication, Digital Media, and Project Management at Humber College, and in Product Management at Product Hall.
Professional Skills and Hobbies
Sumaiya has expertise in developing and launching targeted products and campaigns in the Telecom and IT industries. She is known for her capability to lead and manage cross-functional teams with a strategic approach combined with a sense of humor. Beyond her professional life, she enjoys hobbies such as quilling, zentangles, and baking. Additionally, she is also a professionally trained yoga teacher, which reflects her diverse interests and commitment to maintaining a balanced lifestyle.