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Abdo Touma, Regional Procurement Manager – GCC & Morocco

Abdo Touma

Regional Procurement Manager – GCC & Morocco·AVERDA

United Arab Emirates

Bachelor's degree, Buisiness Management

Work experience

Total years of experience: 7 years, 4 months

Regional Procurement Manager – GCC & Morocco

March 2019 - Present

AVERDA

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

March 2019 - Present

Take on expanded responsibility for procurement oversight in Morocco, unifying sourcing frameworks across
multiple regions.
• Report to the CFO while leading multi-country procurement teams, ensuring compliance with internal and
regulatory standards, and managing supplier relationships from evaluation through to long-term strategic
partnerships that align with financial, operational, and sustainability goals.
• Lead procurement activities across UAE, Oman, Qatar, and KSA, managing sourcing strategies and asset
acquisition for infrastructure and environmental projects valued at over $ 100 M.
• Head procurement efforts for The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC) Phase 0 and Phase 1 in KSA, including
incinerator plants, sorting facilities, and full fleet procurement.
• Manage sourcing and delivery of fleet, electric trucks, and waste equipment for Abu Dhabi’s municipal solid waste
collection project.
• Deliver complex waste management facilities in KAUST University and Al Ula, overseeing civil works, specialized
systems, and logistics planning.
• Align procurement planning with project timelines to ensure timely delivery, minimize delays, and control costs.
• Apply sustainability and compliance criteria in supplier selection to ensure responsible sourcing and operational
continuity.
• Utilize modern ERP and procurement systems to track KPIs, monitor spend, and optimize reporting accuracy.
• Mentor and support regional procurement teams through training, knowledge sharing, and performance
development.

Company industry:
Waste Disposal & Recycling
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Education

BCU

September 2007

September 2007

Bachelor's degree, Buisiness Management

Lebanon

GPA (point): 3.4 out of 4

GPA (point): 3.4 out of 4

Procurement / Operations Class Project Developed a cost-benefit analysis of centralizing vs. decentralizing procurement in a multinational scenario using Excel tools.

Skills

Crisis Management

Expert

leadership quality

Expert

Process Transformation

Expert

Supply Chain

Expert

Strategic Sourcing

Expert

Strategic Procurement Management

Expert

Regional Supply Chain Operations

Expert

Vendor Management & Negotiations

Expert

Contract Management & Compliance

Expert

Cost Optimization & Budget Control

Expert

Inventory Management & Forecasting

Expert

Risk Management & Mitigation

Expert

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Expert

International Sourcing & Imports/Exports

Expert

Sustainability & Waste Management

Expert

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Certifications
CSCM (CSCF+CSCS+CSCE)
Jun 2025

Hobbies and interests

Scouting

Outdoor leadership through scouting and wilderness expeditions. Passionate about camping, survival skills, and leading team-based outdoor challenges. Former Scout leader—built strong values in discipline, adaptability, and ethical leadership.