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Abdullah Alkhaldi, Procurement & Contracts Manager

Abdullah Alkhaldi

Procurement & Contracts Manager·Current Variation for Contracting (CVC)

Saudi Arabia

Bachelor's degree, Master of Science in Engineering Management

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 10 months

Procurement & Contracts Manager

February 2024 - Present

Current Variation for Contracting (CVC)

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

February 2024 - Present

• Lead procurement and contracts planning activities by managing sourcing strategies, vendor selection, contract
structuring, and cost forecasting tied directly to project requirements
• Partner with as a senior manager with executive leadership and operational stakeholders to support procurement
governance, contract administration practices, and sourcing priorities
• Effectively negotiate, review, and authorize supplier, subcontractor, and service agreements covering pricing structures,
delivery schedules, risk exposure, and commercial terms
• Strategically oversee procurement team assignments and contract administration responsibilities by appointing managers
and specialists responsible for sourcing, vendor performance, and compliance tracking
• Evaluate procurement KPIs, supplier performance metrics, contract utilization reports, and commercial exposure to
support initiatives and corrective actions
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through supplier consolidation, contract renegotiation, and sourcing strategy
adjustments while maintaining contractual obligations and project timelines

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Procurement & Contracts Manager

January 2014 - December 2023

Al Yamama Company for Trading & Contracting

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

January 2014 - December 2023

• Directed all procurement operations to meet approved budgets and project schedules through supplier negotiations,
subcontractor pricing agreements, delivery coordination, and payment term administration
• Built and led a fully structured Procurement Department supported by an established supplier and subcontractor network
aligned with company growth objectives and competitive market positioning
• Designed supplier and subcontractor qualification systems supporting material sourcing decisions based on cost targets,
delivery requirements, and project specifications
• Coordinated legal, administrative, and financial procurement activities that consisted of managing contracts, claims
documentation, supplier compliance, and internal approvals
• Established strategic partnerships with domestic and international suppliers to expand sourcing capacity and improve
access to specialized materials and services
• Issued and managed all material requests and purchase orders in addition to coordinating with finance teams to validate
payment terms and contractual conditions prior to release
• Maintained and enhanced the material procurement database to improve tracking accuracy and reporting analysis
• Supported the estimation team by providing material pricing, supplier quotations, specifications, and procurement input
during bid preparation and project planning
• Generated and approved material logs and subcontractor logs with compilation of project materials lists to support phased
purchasing and execution sequencing

Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Executive Personal Assistant

May 2002 - October 2007

Western Asset Management Company

United States

May 2002 - October 2007

• Anticipated executive priorities by managing administrative workflows, correspondence, confidential documentation, and
executive-level coordination for the Chairman and CEO
• Managed executive calendars, scheduling, domestic and international travel arrangements, and transportation logistics
• Acted as a liaison between executive leadership and internal departments to track action items and coordinate meetings

Company industry:
Financial Services
Job role:
Administration

Education

Gannon University

December 2012

December 2012

Bachelor's degree, Master of Science in Engineering Management

United States

GPA (point): 3.8 out of 4

GPA (point): 3.8 out of 4

Master of Science in Engineering Management
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Skills

CONSTRUCTION
Intermediate
CONSTRUCTION
Intermediate
CONTRACT NEGOTIATION
Intermediate
CONTRACT NEGOTIATION
Intermediate
FINANCIAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
FINANCIAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
INNOVATION
Intermediate
INNOVATION
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
PROCUREMENT
Intermediate
PROCUREMENT
Intermediate
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
STRATEGIC SOURCING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC SOURCING
Intermediate
SUPPLY CHAIN STRATEGY
Intermediate
SUPPLY CHAIN STRATEGY
Intermediate
VENDOR MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
VENDOR MANAGEMENT
Intermediate

Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP)
International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute, Delaware, USA
Apr 2026 - May 2031
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Certified International Purchasing/Procurement Manager (CIPM)
International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute, Delaware, USA
Apr 2026 - Apr 2031
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Certified International Purchasing/Procurement Consultant (CIPC)
International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute, Delaware, USA
May 2026 - May 2031
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PMP Certification Exam Preparation

Hobbies

  • Reading