Angelo Fernando

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for local and international suppliers to ensure cost-effective
and high-quality procurement.
• Manage the end-to-end import procurement cycle, including supplier selection, purchase
orders, shipping documentation, and customs clearance.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts to maximize savings and improve cash flow.
• Develop procurement plans based on demand forecasts to maintain optimal inventory levels
and prevent stock shortages.
• Coordinate closely with logistics partners, freight forwarders, and warehouse teams to ensure
timely deliveries.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve any delivery, quality, or pricing issues proactively.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements to enhance operational
efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, international trade regulations, and documentation
requirements.
• Support management with procurement reports, spend analysis, and supplier evaluations.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies and policies.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships.
• Handling 30+ Regular Quotations and Orders Per month.
• Understand fluctuating market demands for models & adjust stock & backorders
accordingly.
• Collaborate with various departments to determine procurement needs and
requirements.
• Co-ordinating with suppliers for timely loading of goods to avoid being out of stock,
handling container bookings & loading at times.
• Converting maximum local purchase items to Import by souring with our overseas
suppliers.
• Manage the entire import procurement process for the organization.
• Develop and implement strategies for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Handling Dubai trade and Dubai customs process

• Represent large department stores in negotiating contracts for consumer products.
• Source and procure IT hardware, software, and services.
• Interview applicants and train staff using a tailored training program,
improving productivity by 20%.
• Prepare monthly reports on costs and market conditions.
• Work with other staff members to generate product specifications and resolve issues
with contracts and supplies.
• Manage the budget for the purchasing department
• Maintained ongoing communication with over 200 suppliers to promote workflow
and respond to inquiries.
• Negotiated with vendors.
• Prioritized important customers by reviewing logistics, handling shortages, delivery
schedules, and office functions.