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Abdulrahman Omar, Procurement Manager

Abdulrahman Omar

Procurement Manager·Gulf Consolidated Contractors Co.

Saudi Arabia

Diploma, Business Administration

Work experience

Total years of experience: 25 years, 7 months

Procurement Manager

February 2015 - January 2026

Gulf Consolidated Contractors Co.

Khobar, Saudi Arabia

February 2015 - January 2026

• Designed and executed procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, operational requirements,
quality standards, and ESG compliance.
• Led end-to-end sourcing activities including supplier identification, market analysis, tender management,
RFQ/RFP/RFI preparation, technical evaluation, and commercial negotiations.
• Managed procurement categories including project materials, fabrication materials, precast raw materials,
spare parts, logistics, and equipment.
• Conducted spend analysis and procurement reporting using SAP/ERP and Oracle ERP systems to improve
procurement visibility and support strategic decision-making.
• Built and maintained strong supplier relationships, managing the complete supplier lifecycle including
onboarding, performance monitoring, KPI evaluation, and supplier development.
• Negotiated favorable commercial terms including payment conditions, delivery schedules, liability clauses,
and volume discounts.
• Collaborated closely with Finance, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Project Management teams to
ensure procurement alignment with project schedules and operational requirements.
• Managed procurement compliance, contract renewals, supplier agreements, and procurement risk mitigation
activities.
• Recruited, mentored, and supervised a team of 8 procurement specialists and buyers, improving team
performance and operational efficiency.
Key Achievements: Reduced procurement processing cycle time by 30% through ERP system upgrades and process
improvement initiatives — saving approximately SAR 8M in annual operational overhead. Achieved 15-20% cost savings through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and procurement
optimization, generating over SAR 50M in savings over the tenure. Consolidated supplier base from 1, 530 to 620 vendors, improving buying power and reducing supplier
management overhead by 25%. Implemented dual-sourcing strategies that prevented production downtime during global supply chain
disruptions (COVID-19 / 2020-2021).

Company industry:
Oil & Gas
Job role:
Management

Material & Procurement Manager

February 2008 - December 2014

Faisal M. Qahtani & Sons Co.

Khobar, Saudi Arabia

February 2008 - December 2014

• Managed procurement operations for large-scale construction projects across KSA, overseeing annual
procurement spend exceeding SAR 120M, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials,
equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Developed and implemented procurement strategies aligned with project schedules, technical specifications,
and budget objectives, delivering average cost savings of 10-12% per project.
• Supervised a procurement team of 6 buyers and coordinators; conducted performance evaluations and
provided structured training programs to improve operational effectiveness.
• Negotiated supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and delivery schedules, reducing average lead times by
20% across the project portfolio.
• Conducted supplier evaluations and market research, qualifying 80+ new suppliers and expanding vendor
base to improve supply reliability and competitive pricing.
• Monitored procurement KPIs and prepared management reports highlighting cost savings, procurement
trends, and operational improvements — contributing to a 15% reduction in material waste on key projects.

Company industry:
Automotive Dealership & Distributor
Job role:
Management

Supply Chain Coordinator

June 2000 - January 2008

Orange Jordan

Amman, Jordan

June 2000 - January 2008

- Coordinated comprehensive supply chain activities, ensuring seamless communication between internal teams and external partners to optimize operations.
- Managed inventory through the execution of an effective tracking system, significantly improving forecasting accuracy and minimizing stockouts.
- Reduced lead times by close collaboration with suppliers and vendors, enhancing overall supply chain responsiveness.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, resolving discrepancies and maintaining data accuracy.
- Optimized warehouse operations by consolidating stock and maximizing space utilization.
- Maintained clean and organized stock areas, adhering to company facility standards and improving workflow efficiency.
- Instituted inventory management strategies that increased product availability and minimized waste.
- Developed and maintained production schedules that aligned with customer demand and material availability, facilitating efficient resource allocation.

Company industry:
Telecommunications
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

Education

Arab Community College

October 1997

October 1997

Diploma, Business Administration

Jordan

GPA (rating): Very good

GPA (rating): Very good

Diploma in Business Administration

Skills

Procurement Management
Expert
Procurement Management
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
Negotiating Contracts
Expert
Negotiating Contracts
Expert
Supply Chain Management
Expert
Supply Chain Management
Expert
Supply Chain
Expert
Supply Chain
Expert
Purchase Contracts
Expert
Purchase Contracts
Expert
INVENTORY CONTROL
Expert
INVENTORY CONTROL
Expert
COMPLIANCE REPORTING
Expert
COMPLIANCE REPORTING
Expert
PROCUREMENT
Expert
PROCUREMENT
Expert
CONTRACT NEGOTIATION
Expert
CONTRACT NEGOTIATION
Expert
PURCHASING
Expert
PURCHASING
Expert
STRATEGIC SOURCING
Expert
STRATEGIC SOURCING
Expert
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Expert
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Expert
VENDOR MANAGEMENT
Expert
VENDOR MANAGEMENT
Expert
STRATEGIC PROCUREMENT
Expert
STRATEGIC PROCUREMENT
Expert
Equipment Procurement
Expert
Equipment Procurement
Expert
Purchasing Strategy
Expert
Purchasing Strategy
Expert
Global Sourcing
Expert
Global Sourcing
Expert
Certified Supply Chain Professional
Expert
Certified Supply Chain Professional
Expert
CONSTRUCTION
Intermediate
CONSTRUCTION
Intermediate
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
LOGISTICS
Intermediate
LOGISTICS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
SPEND ANALYSIS
Intermediate
SPEND ANALYSIS
Intermediate
SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
COST REDUCTION
Intermediate
COST REDUCTION
Intermediate
COST MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
COST MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL
Intermediate
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL
Intermediate
PROCESS LIFECYCLE
Intermediate
PROCESS LIFECYCLE
Intermediate
STRATEGIC THINKING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC THINKING
Intermediate
TEAM LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
TEAM LEADERSHIP
Intermediate

Languages

Arabic
Native Speaker
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
International Supply Chain Manager (CISCM)
Blue Ocean
Sep 2025 - Sep 2030
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International Procurement Professional & Manager Certificate (CIPM/CIPP)
Blue Ocean
Feb 2025 - Feb 2030
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International Commercial Contracts Manager Certificate (CICCM)
Blue Ocean
Jan 2026 - Jan 2031
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