Abdulrahman Omar

• Elevated from Purchasing Manager to lead the full strategic procurement function, overseeing category
management, sourcing strategy, and supplier development across all EPC and construction projects.
• Directed category management for project materials, fabrication/precast raw materials, spare parts, logistics,
and heavy equipment — driving optimized buying decisions and spend consolidation.
• Performed advanced spend analysis and strategic reporting via SAP and Oracle ERPs, providing
management with full procurement visibility and enabling data-driven decisions.
• Managed full supplier lifecycle — onboarding, KPI evaluation, performance monitoring, and development —
to strengthen supply chain quality and reliability.
• Negotiated high-value pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, liability clauses, and volume discounts,
consistently securing favorable commercial outcomes.
• Partnered with Finance, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Project Management to align procurement
with specifications and project timelines, proactively mitigating schedule risks.
• Ensured full procurement compliance through contract renewals, supplier agreements, and risk mitigation
strategies, preventing project disruptions.
• Recruited, mentored, and supervised a team of 8 procurement specialists and buyers, elevating team
performance and operational efficiency.
• Reduced procurement processing cycle time by 30% through targeted ERP upgrades and process re
engineering initiatives.

• Managed end-to-end purchasing operations for EPC and construction projects, executing procurement plans aligned with project schedules, technical specifications, quality standards, and ESG policies.
• Led full sourcing cycles: supplier identification, market analysis, tender management, RFQ/RFP/RFI preparation, technical evaluation, and commercial negotiations in partnership with engineering teams.
• Executed purchasing of project materials, spare parts, logistics services, and equipment, ensuring timely delivery and cost control across multiple concurrent projects.
• Maintained and developed the approved vendor list (AVL), conducting supplier pre-qualification, performance assessments, and market benchmarking.
• Utilized SAP ERP to process purchase orders, track deliveries, manage goods receipts, and generate procurement status reports.
• Coordinated with Warehouse, Finance, and Project Management teams to resolve supply issues, expedite critical deliveries, and prevent schedule disruptions.
• Supported contract administration activities including issuance of purchase orders, follow-up on supplier commitments, and management of delivery discrepancies.
• Supervised a team of junior buyers and purchasing coordinators, providing on-the-job guidance and ensuring adherence to procurement procedures and company policies.

• Directed procurement operations for large-scale construction projects across KSA, managing annual
procurement spend exceeding SAR 120M — covering materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Formulated and implemented procurement strategies aligned with project schedules, technical specifications,
and budget objectives, achieving consistent cost savings of 10-12% per project.
• Supervised a procurement team of 6 buyers and coordinators, conducting performance evaluations and
initiating structured training programs to boost operational effectiveness.
• Negotiated supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and delivery schedules, reducing average lead times by
20% across the project portfolio.
• Qualify 80+ new suppliers through thorough market research and evaluation, enhancing supply reliability and competitive pricing.
• Monitored procurement KPIs and compiled management reports on cost savings, trends, and improvements — contributing to a 15% reduction in material waste on key projects.

- 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.