Reda Bouaita, Mba. Email & Phone Number

British Columbia, Canada

- Placing purchase orders (PO) to meet all supplier's lead-time requirements, and managing all activities associated with ordering, expediting, approvals and record keeping.- Evaluating vendors by reviewing and monitoring their performance, on-time delivery, and product quality for the annual vendor appraisal.- Ensuring optimal inventory levels, by utilizing the MRP system to accurately forecast future demand - Successfully managing an extensive range of natural and champagne corks to meet the unique requirements of each brand, along with ensuring all corks received adhere to the moisture content standards for bottling. - Approving payments, and collaborating with Accounts payables (AP), to resolve any payments and invoices discrepancies.- Leading engagement activities, providing valuable procurement insights, and reporting any forthcoming changes or potential short- and long-term risks to the operations manager.- Mitigating supply chain risks and overcoming challenges by delivering practical solutions while actively participating in operational efficiency improvements. - Effectively managing the procurement of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) 750ML-1L and 2L. As well as coordinating its daily logistics cross-provincially to ensure its timely availability.- Working closely with the production team to understand major sub-assemblies and production sequences to establish required inventory levels, material planning, and procurement strategies for various locations.- Managing the purchase and logistics of 355 ml cans (standard and sleek), such a portfolio requires meticulous planning and analysis to ensure timely availability for production.

Kampala, Uganda

- Fostered robust communication with diverse stakeholders, particularly as a team member, to cultivate a solid partnership and promote a collaborative work environment.- Lead a team of 23 employees and implemented effective leadership strategies to achieve outstanding performance and customer satisfaction, and to be listed among the top 15 restaurants in Kampala. (Awarded by trip-adviser)- Facilitated the growth and development of employees through the organization of skill-enhancement workshops that focuses on new service and business standards.- Effectively managed the restaurant’s procurement and operations by creating a robust suppliers list, - Thoroughly evaluated each supplier to ascertain their suitability to meet the business’s needs and objectives.- Strategically managed the business’s operating costs by employing a range of key practices, these include meticulous scheduling, prudent budgeting, resource allocation, and effective inventory and cash flow management.- Demonstrated a strong collaborative aptitude by closely collaborating with the Executive Chef and wine consultants to create a well-crafted menu and wine list.- Created a sustainable competitive advantage by adopting a resource-based strategy to develop a distinctive menu, with high-quality food and ingredients, for an exceptional dining experience. - Actively initiated regular operational meetings to ensure seamless coordination and foster cooperation among different departments, promoting a harmonious and efficient work environment. - Established a socially responsible work environment to decrease employee turnover, create loyalty and job satisfaction, and improve work performance. - Collaborated with Hospitality schools to provide training to students as part of their school training program.- Delivered comprehensive training and coaching to ensure the acquisition of necessary competencies and the successful implementation of best practices in line with the service industry.

Saudi Arabia

- Managed the Coordination between various departments (such as finance/maintenance/stores) to Identify project requirements and deadlines. And effectively liaised with suppliers and service providers involved in the logistical aspect to ensure all materials and items are allocated to the right stores and warehouses.- Assumed responsibility and successfully managed the communication channels between the organization and its international supplier's platform. - Crucially Contributed to the analysis of material specifications and site requirements with different engineers and managers, in order to create a suitable materials and equipment catalogue for each location or potential project. - Effectively managed the supplier's data accuracy, to represent UpToDate information from various suppliers in different countries, such as materials availability and compatibility, prices and quotations and alternative options when necessary.- Crafted comparative reports of different suppliers and products based on proposal requirements, to reach the best decision when it comes to cost, quality, and project delivery time.

Uganda

- Established clear communication channels with suppliers and vendors, while adopting the (3 Quote Process) with every material requested from different sites and scrutinized all purchase orders before submission. - Designed and executed an effective procurement plan to minimize costs and ensure a high quality of supplied materials for various construction and maintenance projects.- Monitored the procurement department's documentation of records, purchase orders, and material requests, and ensure all practices adhere to the highest standards of ISO 9001:2008- Critically reviewed inefficiencies, and delays in the procurement process, and suggested alternative methods and solutions to improve the department’s performance. - Assessed potential suppliers and built a strong and reliable supplier list to meet the company’s continuous demands and managed the supplier’s evaluation process. - Effectively collaborated with the Quality department to ensure the implementation of ISO 9001:2008 standards and contribute to the annual audit to identify any non-conformities in the department which is crucially important to the contentious development program.

Master'S Degree, Mba

Certificate Of Completion, Supply Chain Management

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General