Procurement Manager
CurrentManage, purchase, and oversee multi-million-dollar imported materials, encompassing tasks from imports of shipments, and customs clearance, to obtaining import approvals from the concerned ministry and adhering to port regulations. Efficiently negotiate contracts, ensuring best value and favorable terms by collaborating with suppliers. Spearhead renewal and arrangement of general insurance for company assets, machinery, properties, and marine insurance. Utilize procurement data to provide management with comprehensive reports, identifying areas for process improvement, cost savings, and performance enhancement.o Successfully implemented cost-saving measures in logistics and operations, including the container offloading system in the main terminal, resulting in a cost-saving of over SAR 2 Million Per Annum.o Achieved zero additional costs on shipments through meticulous planning, ensuring timely shipment clearance from ports within free time, preventing any demurrage and penalties.o Manage all documentation of claims, overseeing submissions, follow-ups, and drafting of Marine Insurance and General Insurance Accidental claims.o Maintain oversight of company fleet including managing purchases and allocations alongside addressing all maintenance and upkeep requirements.o Ensure compliance with company guidelines and industry regulations by developing and overseeing the implementation of specific policies for raw materials procurement.