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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

- Drafted Procurement forecasts by analysing project demand patterns and identifying trends.- Conducted sourcing activities and E-Sourcing through ERP System. - Supervised the entire Materials Management Network System. Developed and implemented procedures for various supply chain functions: Procurement, Purchasing, Expedition, Tendering, and Subcontract placement.- Reviewed suppliers continually on quality, cost, and responsiveness and implemented changes to create more streamlined processes. - Prepared quotation comparison tables for review and approval of Procurement, Project and Commercial Managers. - Negotiated favourable terms with suppliers, placed orders and carried out appropriate pre-shipment inspections in case of manufacturing items (suppliers plant). - Collaborated with the commercial and finance managers to draft detailed forecasts and cost reports to calculate the estimated final costs of projects.- Conducted supplier visits/audits and developed stronger relationships to improve the procurement chain and compliance with local/international regulations. - Undertook reviews of the U.A.E/Global markets for new suppliers to obtain market leading prices and quality of materials. - Worked closely with rolling stocks, civil and track teams from identifying needs to delivery, training, and servicing various project packages. - Set goals in compliance with the organisation's strategy to achieve the best value for money. - Managed Tenders from Pre-Qualifications to Sub-Contract Placements.- Explored the market to source the suitable materials needed according to specified standards in project specifications. - Visited exhibitions, attended business meetings and seminars to keep myself fully updated, and collected prices, and contact details of Suppliers/Manufacturers of products required for participation in tenders for diverse construction projects.

Muscat, Masqaţ, Oman

- Researched potential vendors to prepare procurement and solicitation planning. - Negotiated and prepared contracts with suppliers for J.I.T. and System Contracts. - Tracked orders to ensure timely delivery while reviewing the quality of purchased products. - Procured goods from the U.A.E. market, arranged the shipments' customs clearance, and ensured the items were delivered on time to the project site. - Co-ordinated with Finance Managers (U.A.E. & Oman) and arranged the necessary funds for smooth procurement. - Submitted daily procedure reports to General Manager and Country Manager.

United Arab Emirates

- Developed, reviewed and implemented procedures for various supply chain functions: Procurement, Purchasing, Expedition, Tendering, and Subcontract Placement.- Reviewed suppliers continually on quality, cost, and responsiveness and implemented changes to create more streamlined processes. - Collaborated with the commercial and finance managers to draft detailed forecasts and cost reports to calculate the estimated final costs of projects.- Conducted supplier visits/audits and developed stronger relationships to improve the procurement chain and compliance with local/international regulations. - Undertook reviews of the U.A.E/Global markets for new suppliers to obtain market leading prices and quality of materials. - Tracked, traced, and updated the status of incoming and outgoing shipments.- Maintained accurate log sheets of daily moves and inventory scanning.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

- Researched potential vendors for the company and attended trade shows and exhibitions to stay up to date with industry trends.- Compared and evaluated offers from suppliers to prepare the comparative tables for further management approvals. - Negotiated contract terms and conditions for pricing with Suppliers and subcontractors. - Tracked the Orders/LPOs to ensure timely delivery of every item as per project requirements. - Maintained records of purchased products, prices, delivery information and invoices. - Co-ordinated with Accounts and Suppliers to resolve the problems involving differences in LPOs and invoice amounts. - Co-ordinated with central materials stores and site stores to monitor stocks and place the orders as per requirements. - Co-ordinated with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage of every item, including chemicals and fast-moving items.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

- Established a complete Warehouse & Distribution set-up in layout design, location system, racking & shelving, relocation of inventory, and documented work procedures for warehouse & logistics processes. - Revitalised the warehouse to play a strategic role in attaining overall logistics cost and service goals. - Monitored & ensured accuracy of all inbound & outbound logistics for documentation, legalisation & customs clearance. - Supervised & monitored shipment schedules to achieve maximum place and time utility. - Sourced and negotiated forthright aspects in terms of inbound and outbound logistics. - Processed & followed up with claims on loss/damage of items. - Ensured credibility of equipment operators and warehouse personnel and conducted necessary training. - Ensured safe handling of materials, equipment, and spares to achieve maximum pallet space utilisation. - Closely monitored and coordinated with TPLs in terms of In-transit inventory & with vendors for vendor-managed inventories.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management, 1St Division

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Economics