Zubair is a distinguished academic, international trainer, and seasoned industry professional, holding a PhD in Business and Management from the University of Buckingham. With over 21 years of diverse professional experience, he is widely recognised as a seasoned contributor to the field of Management, Business, Supply Chain Management, and Operations Management. His career spans a broad spectrum of sectors including maritime, business, non-profit and education, enabling him to bring a uniquely integrated and strategic perspective to both academia and practice. He serves as a Seminar Leader, Faculty and Research Supervisor at various prestigious institutions across Asia and Europe, contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education. Alongside his academic roles, he has held senior leadership positions in large, complex organizations, where he has led critical functions related to operations, procurement, provisioning, logistics, inventory, management and strategic resource management. His professional profile is further strengthened by globally recognised certifications, including MIT-Zaragoza Logistics Center accreditation and Certified Higher Education Trainer credentials.

Zubair’s global footprint is reflected in his extensive involvement with Erasmus+ programs, where he has delivered high-impact training across leading European institutions in Belgium, Germany, Denmark, Portugal, Spain, Lithuania, Hungary and beyond. His expertise spans Supply Chain Management, AI for Business, Sustainability, Circular Economy, and Project Management, making him a sought-after trainer and speaker in international academic and corporate forums. A prolific researcher and contributor to academia, Zubair has authored over 31 international research publications, 7 conference papers, a book, an edited volume, and a book chapter. He is actively engaged with the global academic community as a member of QS World University Rankings (UK), a reviewer for Emerald Publishing, and an editorial board member of a North American academic journal. Known for seamlessly integrating academic rigor with real-world insights, Zubair delivers a dynamic and transformative learning experience. His teaching philosophy is rooted in bridging theory with practice, enabling students and professionals to navigate complex, real-life business challenges with confidence and strategic clarity.