Jira
Shezai Shekirov
Product Manager
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in the banking industry, payments, and cryptocurrency. Skilled in product management, robotic process automation (RPA), acquiring and payment gateways, and e-commerce. Proven track record of driving innovation, streamlining operations, and delivering results in dynamic environments. Expertise in strategic product management, leading cross-functional teams to develop and launch cutting-edge solutions that meet market demands and drive business growth. Extensive experience working with payment gateways, ensuring secure transaction processing and compliance with industry standards. Adept at navigating complex regulatory landscapes to safeguard sensitive data and provide peace of mind to businesses and customers. Dedicated to staying at the forefront of industry advancements, continuously expanding knowledge and skills. Strong collaborator, building relationships with stakeholders and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Product Manager
emerchantpay
12.2023 - Current
- Strategic leader driving end-to-end development and optimization of payment gateway solutions, ensuring seamless transactions, robust security, and exceptional user experiences.
- Led cross-functional teams (Sales, Risk, Treasury, Developers, Marketing) for successful product launches, resulting in increased market share.
- Mentored Product Managers based in LATAM and APAC regions;
Product Manager
emerchantpay
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Streamlined the product development process for faster time-to-market and improved efficiency.
- Optimized product performance with data-driven analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Launched successful products by conducting thorough market research and identifying customer needs.
- Reduced production costs through strategic supplier negotiations and process improvements.
Product manager Payments
Nexo
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed full product lifecycle, from ideation through post-launch support, ensuring consistent quality control measures were in place.
- Increased product adoption by developing and implementing effective marketing strategies.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
- Prioritized roadmap in order to achieve product goals and metrics.
Product Manager
emerchantpay
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Established, initiated and optimized product development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors.
- Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
- Collaborated with sales, marketing, and support teams to launch products on time and within budget.
- Documented user stories, specifications, and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.
Head of Alternative channels and digital sales
United Bulgarian Bank
03.2021 - 05.2021
Head of Digital sales and innovations
United Bulgarian Bank
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Led a team of product managers overseeing digital sales functionalities across mobile and online banking, website, and external partners
- Managed key end-to-end digital projects as PMO, focusing on digital onboarding and digital consumer loans and insurances.
- Improved mobile app performance, enhancing user experience through regular updates and bug fixes.
- Developed comprehensive digital roadmaps outlining short-term and long-term goals for company growth within the digital sphere.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive digital branding, ensuring consistency across all channels.
Head of Daily Banking
CIBANK JSC
05.2016 - 02.2018
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful digital and card payment projects, meeting strict deadlines and staying within budget.
- Collaborated closely with other departments such as IT, finance, marketing, and legal teams to ensure cohesive efforts towards achieving set objectives within the realm of digital payments management projects.
- Established clear communication channels with stakeholders to keep them informed of progress on digital payment projects.
Head of Marketing for SME and Corporate clients
CIBANK JSC
12.2014 - 05.2016
Head of SME Sales support and marketing Divison
CIBANK JSC
12.2010 - 12.2014
Head of Small Business Sales Department
Emporiki Bank Bulgaria - Credit Agricole Group
10.2008 - 12.2010
Deputy head SME Sales Division
MKB Unionbank
09.2007 - 01.2008
Head of SME Lending department
CIBANK PLC
09.2005 - 09.2007
SME advisor
MKB Unionbank
06.2002 - 09.2005
Education
Master's degree - Financial management
D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics
01.2003 - 04.2004
Bachelor's degree - Finance
University of National and World Economy
01.1998 - 04.2002
Skills
Product Lifecycle Management
Software
Confluence
Power Automate
Timeline
Senior Product Manager
emerchantpay
12.2023 - Current
Product Manager
emerchantpay
01.2023 - 12.2023
Product manager Payments
Nexo
10.2022 - 01.2023
Product Manager
emerchantpay
05.2021 - 10.2022
Head of Alternative channels and digital sales
United Bulgarian Bank
03.2021 - 05.2021
Head of Digital sales and innovations
United Bulgarian Bank
02.2018 - 03.2021
Head of Daily Banking
CIBANK JSC
05.2016 - 02.2018
Head of Marketing for SME and Corporate clients
CIBANK JSC
12.2014 - 05.2016
Head of SME Sales support and marketing Divison
CIBANK JSC
12.2010 - 12.2014
Head of Small Business Sales Department
Emporiki Bank Bulgaria - Credit Agricole Group
10.2008 - 12.2010
Deputy head SME Sales Division
MKB Unionbank
09.2007 - 01.2008
Head of SME Lending department
CIBANK PLC
09.2005 - 09.2007
Master's degree - Financial management
D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics
01.2003 - 04.2004
SME advisor
MKB Unionbank
06.2002 - 09.2005
Bachelor's degree - Finance
University of National and World Economy
01.1998 - 04.2002
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