Samar Ali Email & Phone Number

Sudan

Works directly with local, regional, or international vendors and service providers to obtain quotations and/or to initiate procurements of commodities or services. Monitors contracts and purchase orders and conducts follow-up as necessary to ensure compliance with terms and conditions. Organizes and participates in internal evaluation committees. Actively participate in procurement process, including tender process, collect quotations and prepare bid analysis.Managed supplier relationships, resolving issues and improving supplier performance

Khartoum, Sudan

• Maintained a rolling forecast based on sales/financial/budget plans to ensure product availability to support customer lead times.• Ensured effective flow of products from factories to warehouses.• Provided weekly/monthly reports on service level, inventory, forecast exception.• Prepared KPI reports for measuring the health of the Supply Chain Organization, summarize/communicate conclusions.• Helped the detailed production planners to understand the new forecast data and impacts.

Sudan

• Managed procurement and distribution operations within company.• Implemented best practices for inventory control and management.• Managed daily shipments to customer and warehouses as per company’s quality standards.• Negotiated contracts with transportation vendors, achieving a 15% cost savings on shipping expenses.• Managed the day-to-day operations of the logistics department, ensuring on-time delivery of goods and maintaining a 99% accuracy rate for inventory management.• Successfully streamlined customs clearance processes, reducing clearance times by 15%, resulting in cost savings and improved efficiency.• Implemented a comprehensive overseas shipment tracking system, resulting in increased visibility and accuracy in tracking shipments from origin to destination.• Developed and maintained strong relationships with customs authorities, resulting in expedited customs clearance and reduced risk of delays or penalties.

Khartoum, Sudan

• Implemented inventory management strategies that minimized stockouts and excess inventory, leading to improved availability and cost savings.• Responsible for all logistics activities in the capital and field (procurement, fleet, storage, equipment’s, premises)• Streamlined customs clearance procedures, reducing clearance times for imported heavy equipment by 20% and minimizing associated costs.• Improved compliance with import regulations and standards, ensuring adherence to customs requirements and minimizing the risk of penalties or delays.• Optimized import processes, resulting in reduced lead times for heavy equipment procurement by 10%.• Oversees all tasks related to the procurement process such as quotation requests, suppliers’ visits, arrangement of delivery/confirmation, satisfactory quality/payment, price monitoring etc.

• exceeded sales goals by 40% using a consultative and value-driven approach.• Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies resulting in 20% increase in leads and conversions.• Built and maintained a strong network of clients and referral partners, resulting in a steady stream of repeat business and referrals.• Conducted market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities, enabling strategic positioning in the market.

• Developed and delivered engaging and interactive teaching materials, including lectures, tutorials, and laboratory sessions, resulting in improved student comprehension and retention.• Provided personalized academic support and mentorship to students, resulting in improved grades and academic performance.

Sudan

Have successfully completed an industrial training program at EPF Department