Summary

progressive career in Procurement and Supply Chain with over 10 yearsrsquo well rounded experience and a record of accomplishments in cost reduction, low cost sourcing by implementing strategic procurement skills, contracting, logistics business development and supplier relationship management techniques optimizing the supply chain value. Extensive experience of working in global multi-site business with proven ability to inspire his team to deliver innovative Supply Chain strategies into the business that delivers significant improvements to overall profitability. Expertise in Projects Plant amp equipment sourcing with new technological advances in manufacturing
bull Expertise in vendor development, product costing, inventory and stock management co-ordination of production, system analysis besides planning and procurement of various types of materials
bull Hands-on experience in sourcing amp procurement activities involving planning, techno-commercial negotiations, scheduling and procurement of components, materials and services from various sources
bull Comprehensive experience in interacting amp negotiating with domestic and international suppliers for raw material base prices
bull Conversant with all the aspects of plant operations using the latest management techniques, and strong background of varied product manufacturing
bull Excellent negotiation/communication skills and strong analytical bent of mind with logical thought process and ability to reach crux of issue to devise appropriate amp feasible solutions
Reporting to procurement division head, championed and structured the procurement division by introducing best practice sourcing strategies capable of delivering cost reduction and related efficiencies to its key subsidiaries and affiliates.
bull Accountable to procurement operations for all business affiliates in the direct and indirect spent sectors with over SR 100 million annually spent.
bull Generated savings of over SR 9.0 million annually through innovative sourcing strategies, negotiations and alternative supplier developments programs with significant contribution to increased gross margins.
bull Leading sourcing of Plant amp Equipment under expansion project with over SR 100 million spent..
bull Customs clearance. Generated savings of SR 2.5 million by virtue of broadening customs duty exemptions on raw Material
bull Facilitating the finalization of contractual agreements for primary Direct spent material Managing and overseeing sourcing of over 1000 SKUrsquos for 9 integrated manufacturing facilities
bull procurement standard policy, procedure and practices manual in line with companyrsquos future growth plans
bull Championed contractual agreements drafting and formalization for raw and pack material ,plants amp equipment.
bull Responsible for annual budgeting and sourcing forecasting
bull significantly expedited and accomplished phased project completion targets and exhaustive coordination with key divisions within amp outside the organization
bull Pioneered the international amp local sourcing of spares amp services, turnkey projects, Techno-commercial negotiations and establishing contractual agreements