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Dubai, Ae

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Responsible for source-to-pay cycle of global requirements, inventory management, and managing high-value category spends. I introduced a robust in-house Inventory System across seven countries, implemented a global procurement policy, negotiated substantial cost savings, and optimized vendor relationships. My data-driven approach ensures efficient demand forecasting and inventory management for enhanced operational efficiency.Key Achievements:• Developed and implemented in-house Inventory System in 7 countries, improving accuracy, reducing discrepancies, and optimizing asset allocation.• Created and implemented a comprehensive procurement & inventory policy to comply with global procurement best practices resulting in smoother procurement processes, reduced risks, and enhanced vendor relationships.• Negotiated bulk orders worth AED 1.3M resulting in advantageous delivery schedules, favourable payment terms, and substantial cost savings of AED 350k.• Implemented a vendor performance evaluation system to ensure accountability, and maintaining a high level of service quality resulting in stronger vendor relationships and facilitated continuous improvement in the procurement process.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop a demand forecasting model, optimizing inventory levels, and reducing excess stock. This data-driven approach minimized carrying costs while ensuring sufficient stock availability to meet operational demands.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Reporting to the Procurement Supervisor, responsible for providing day to day guidance and managing a team of 3, to collectively facilitate cost-effective manufacturing through supplier relationships to optimise cost, assure supply & deliver a competitive business advantage. Key Achievements:• Led cross-functional collaborations to deliver cost savings and exceed saving driven KPIs through astute negotiations with suppliers and utilising bulk buying to benefit from economies of scale – project profitability increased by 7% - 10%.• Chosen to be the primary point of contact for the US, Somalia, Mali and Algeria – successfully managed all direct and indirect procurement requirements for the area, delivering cost savings.• Successfully ensured compliance with the ever-changing US Government Purchasing guidelines.• Managed and consistently improved the internal control systems, ensuring accurate purchase orders and cost control.• As a senior member of the team, I designed and facilitated new joiner technical onboarding sessions.• Key projects completed include NMS, Afghanistan, UNSOS, Somalia, and Nato, Mali, Overhaul of Executive Meeting Room, IDEX 2019 and 2021, Navistar Defence, Abu Dhabi, to name a few.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

A junior member of the team, assisted in the complete procurement process for the Company.Day to day tasks includes assisting the senior buyer in developing and implementing low-cost sourcing strategies and facilitating contract negotiations. Manage and maintain a qualified supplier base. Set up new parts and suppliers, process low stock notices, purchase requisitions, request cycle counts, confirm purchase orders and ensure all deliveries are in line with agreed POs.Key Achievements:• Identified, negotiated and onboarded new suppliers for indirect purchases – broadening the supplier base by 10% and delivering AED 30,000 per annum savings.• Improved efficiencies and reduced order processing time by 75% by introducing BPAs for stationery, office supplies, and other routine purchases.• Provided subject matter expertise and advice to junior team members on Cost Plus and Firm Fixed Contracts.• Designed and facilitated training sessions on the ERP system for new joiners.

United Arab Emirates

Reported to the Procurement Manager, responsible for assisting in the overall procurement function of the Company, including the issuing and administering of request for quotations, modification requests and purchase orders, conversion of PRs into POs and the complete vendor management cycle from tender and contract preparation to selection and approvals.Key Achievements:• Assisted in transforming the procurement function to an efficient, value-driven department, including streamlining duplicated procedures and introducing user-friendly follow-up processes. Drove cost savings through intelligent supplier management.• Identified low cost locally produced alternatives to be procured for prestigious projects.• Led the development and roll-out of an alternative vendor base and ensured the due diligence prior to vendor acceptance.• Projects managed include:o New York University, Abu Dhabio Marriott Hotel Downtown, Abu Dhabio Carnegie Mellon University, Dohao St Regis Hotel, Dubaio Ferrari World, Abu Dhabio Musheireb Hotel, Doha

Advanced Certificate In Procurement And Supply Operations, Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management

Bachelor Of Commerce (Bcom), Supply Chain Management