Walid Redwan

Odoo Business Apps Consultant · ERP Implementation Specialist · Cairo, Egypt
16+ years
Experience
13 organizations
Clients Served
5 instances
Concurrent Ops
Zero loss
5+ Migrations

Professional Summary

Odoo Business Apps Consultant with 16+ years leading ERP transformations across manufacturing, distribution, and technology sectors. Successfully delivered implementations for 13 organizations with expertise in Sales, Inventory, Accounting, MRP, and HR modules. Managed 5 concurrent production instances achieving 99.9% uptime while executing zero-loss migrations across multiple Odoo versions (7.0 to 15.0). Combine technical depth (Python, QWeb/XML, PostgreSQL) with finance and cost accounting background to optimize business processes, improve data integrity, and accelerate project delivery.

Technical Skills & Expertise

Odoo CE/EE (v7–v18) ERP Implementation Database Migration Requirements Analysis Gap Analysis Sales Management Purchase Management Inventory/WMS Accounting & Finance Manufacturing (MRP) CRM Project Management Python PostgreSQL Report Design User Training Change Management

Clients & Industries Served

Delivered Odoo solutions across diverse sectors including manufacturing, distribution, technology, and services with industry-specific customizations and process optimization.

Manufacturing & Production

El Safwa Steel Company

Egyptian steel manufacturer and trader established in 2013, specializing in metal profiles, tubes, beams, sheet metal, and CNC laser cutting services.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

Tecnogas Egypt (Al-Sharkia)

Leading manufacturer of gas cookers and home appliances in partnership with Tecnogas Italy since 1985, ISO 9001 certified with advanced safety device systems.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

Misr Elhegaz Group

Industrial conglomerate specializing in plastic manufacturing, PVC products, pipes, and chemical solutions with ISO-certified operations across Egypt.

Role: Cost Accountant & ERP Project Manager

Technology & Communications

Hemaya Information Technology

Cybersecurity and IT solutions provider specializing in network security, endpoint protection, penetration testing, and comprehensive information security services.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

Modern Arab Communications (MAC)

Unified communications VAD (since 2008), exclusive distributor for Jabra, EPOS, Zoom, DTEN, and ttec in the Egyptian market.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

Quantum Solutions Egypt

Regional distributor of collaboration solutions (Zoom, EPOS, Jabra) and enterprise communication technologies across the Middle East.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

Egyptian Co. for Electrical Equipment

Authorized distributor for Panasonic telecom and Milestone security; integrated electrical equipment and surveillance solutions nationwide.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

Distribution & Trading

MTI Holding

Electronics and consumer durables holding company (57+ years), representing global brands including Whirlpool and Panasonic, plus enterprise products.

Role: Odoo Tech-Functional Specialist (2014–2020)

Five Stars for Trade & Import

Distributor of veterinary vaccines specializing in poultry health solutions since 2007; a leader in the Egyptian poultry vaccine market.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

Future Hospitality Solutions

Foodservice distributor serving 1,000+ HORECA clients across Cairo and South Sinai; hospitality and restaurant supply chain solutions.

Role: ERP Implementation Specialist

Royal Trading

Telecommunications solutions provider (since 2005) focused on unified communications, contact center technology, and VoIP systems for enterprise clients.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

Services & Facility Management

System One Facility Management

Integrated facilities management company (since 2002), servicing 600+ workplaces covering 7,000,000+ m² across commercial, industrial, and government sectors.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

MTI Agricultural Development

Fresh produce exporter (since 1998) specializing in premium citrus, vegetables, and agricultural products for international markets.

Role: Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant

Professional Experience

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  • Independent Consulting / Various Clients — Odoo Functional-Technical Consultant
    January 2019 – Present | Cairo, Egypt & Remote

    Delivering end-to-end Odoo implementations, migrations, customizations, and training for organizations across manufacturing, distribution, technology, and services sectors.

    • Led 15+ complete ERP implementation projects from requirements gathering to go-live support
    • Executed database migrations using both Odoo Official Upgrade Path and OCA OpenUpgrade project methodologies
    • Successfully migrated 5+ production databases across multiple versions (7.0→8.0→10.0→12.0→15.0) with zero data loss
    • Developed custom workflows, integrations, and reporting solutions based on client requirements
    • Conducted functional training programs for 50+ end users across various industries
  • MTI Holding (7 Subsidiaries) — Senior Odoo Tech-Functional Specialist
    January 2014 – December 2020 | Cairo, Egypt

    Managed enterprise-wide Odoo ERP infrastructure for holding company with 7 subsidiaries spanning electronics, consumer durables, and technology distribution.

    • Deployed and administered 5 production Odoo CE/EE instances on Proxmox virtualized infrastructure
    • Designed and developed 25+ custom reports and analytical dashboards using PostgreSQL and BI tools
    • Executed major version upgrade from Odoo 8.0 CE to 15.0 CE using OCA OpenUpgrade framework
    • Standardized business processes across Sales, Purchasing, Inventory, Manufacturing, and Accounting modules
    • Provided technical mentorship and training to junior consultants and end users
  • Acronix IT Solutions — OpenERP Functional Consultant
    December 2012 – December 2013 | Cairo, Egypt

    Delivered OpenERP/Odoo implementation services for SME clients across multiple industries.

    • Conducted comprehensive needs assessments and business process analysis for 10+ client organizations
    • Prepared detailed technical specifications and functional requirement documents
    • Coordinated with development teams for customization implementation and validation
    • Facilitated user acceptance testing sessions and stakeholder feedback collection
  • Misr Elhegaz Group — Cost Accountant
    January 2010 – August 2012 | Cairo, Egypt

    Managed cost accounting operations for large-scale plastic manufacturing organization.

    • Established and maintained standard costing systems, improving cost accuracy by 25%
    • Developed comprehensive cost analysis frameworks and variance reporting
    • Performed monthly account reconciliations with 100% accuracy
    • Collaborated with operations teams on cost reduction and process improvement initiatives

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Economics & Foreign Trade — Helwan University (2004-2008)
    Relevant Coursework: Economic Analysis, Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Feasibility Studies

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Available for Odoo consulting engagements including implementation, migration, customization, training, and ongoing support services.

Walid Redwan · Odoo Business Apps Consultant · Maadi, Cairo, Egypt

Last updated: October 2025