عارف حسين

• Lead end-to-end procurement, warehousing, and logistics operations to ensure cost-effective sourcing, efficient stock control, and seamless distribution.
• Oversee the full inventory lifecycle—from stock control and replenishment to rotation and dispatch—optimizing availability while minimizing holding costs.
• Implement and manage inventory tracking systems and conduct regular audits to maintain data integrity and operational accuracy.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies that streamline procurement, storage, and delivery processes, driving continuous operational improvements.
• Collaborate closely with procurement and logistics teams to strengthen supplier relationships and ensure on-time, in-full delivery of goods and materials.
• Manage the flow of goods from suppliers to warehouses and onwards to customers, minimizing delays and optimizing lead times.
• Enhance warehouse and distribution operations through process optimization, better space utilization, and workflow automation.
• Oversee transportation and shipping, ensuring the most cost-effective and efficient delivery methods.
• Align supply chain activities with sales forecasts and financial targets, ensuring demand and supply balance.
• Monitor and analyze KPIs such as inventory turnover, lead times, and supplier performance, delivering insights that support strategic decision-making.
• Drive cost reduction and efficiency initiatives, improving margins without compromising service quality.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory, quality, and sustainability standards throughout procurement and logistics operations.

Achievements
o Launched two new 2, 000 SQM warehouses within three years, boosting storage capacity and distribution efficiency.
o Reduced overhead costs by 50% through strategic procurement, warehouse optimization, and streamlined logistics.
o Achieved zero employee turnover by implementing strong retention strategies and building a positive work culture.
o Secured ASC, MSC & ISO 22000 certifications, elevating operational standards and enhancing brand credibility.

• Develop and oversee a comprehensive procurement strategy encompassing both local and international sourcing to ensure optimal acquisition processes.
• Establish and optimize production workflows by implementing detailed Job Orders and Costing procedures to enhance operational efficiency and cost control.
• Classify and organize warehouse operations to streamline inventory management and ensure the efficient movement of goods through structured systems.
• Create and enforce organizational policies to ensure compliance with established guidelines, regulations, and best practices across all departments.
• Implement and manage a Flow Production system to monitor production efficiency, minimize wastage, and mitigate product damage.
• Systematize key operational areas, including Production, Inventory, Vehicle Expenses and Sales to drive consistency and improve performance.
• Drive innovation by integrating new order management and delivery platforms \[Talabat, Deliveroo & BilBayt\], while refining existing processes to align with evolving business needs and cultural values.
• Develop and maintain a structured bulk and seasonal production schedule to ensure the timely availability of materials, resources, and personnel to meet demand fluctuations.
• Collaborate effectively with suppliers and sales teams to forecast demand, negotiate favorable pricing, and align supply strategies with business objectives.

• Lead warehouse and factory production operations, ensuring efficient inventory flow, accurate stock management, and uninterrupted production schedules.
• Conduct monthly, semi-annual, and annual inventory audits to maintain data accuracy, identify gaps, and drive process improvements.
• Establish and maintain production schedules and stock level targets, ensuring consistent material availability and minimal overstock or shortages.
• Identify and address slow-moving and obsolete stock, implementing corrective actions to minimize waste and financial losses.
• Develop and monitor expense budgets for production, warehousing, and maintenance functions to ensure cost control and resource optimization.
• Reconcile inventory discrepancies across factories, warehouses, retail points, and delivery fleets, ensuring full stock traceability.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, coordinating materials, workforce, and logistics to meet production and delivery targets efficiently.
• Manage maintenance and service contracts for machinery and vehicles, ensuring operational reliability and reduced downtime.
• Negotiate with suppliers and customers to optimize lead times, secure favorable terms, and support smooth order processing.
• Generate and analyze key operational reports—Aging, Cost Variance, Sales, Production, and Inventory—to support strategic decision-making.
• Train and develop warehouse and factory teams on inventory control, production planning, quality standards, and compliance.
• Enforce strict health and safety protocols, conducting regular drills and ensuring a secure, compliant working environment.
Achievements
o Achieved zero stock variance in 2020 through strong inventory controls, warehouse discipline, and process optimization.
o Streamlined order fulfillment cycles, improving production-to-dispatch efficiency and reducing operational delays.
o Reduced overtime by 60% annually through optimized workforce planning and workflow restructuring.
o Lowered staff turnover by 20% by enhancing job structures and creating more engaging, skill-building roles.

• Plan and manage order processing, route planning, and dispatch operations to optimize efficiency.
• Ensure the availability of vehicles, drivers, staff, and necessary tools for smooth operations.
• Monitor stock availability, quality control, dispatch processes, and workforce efficiency.
• Perform inventory reconciliation and address discrepancies across warehouses, stores, and vans.
• Evaluate and resolve stock variances through quarterly, semi-annual, and annual stock audits.
• Plan and manage employee work shifts, assign locations, and arrange necessary transportation.
• Develop and implement operational guidelines to ensure alignment with established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct showroom and shop audits to ensure compliance with company quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) policies, as well as adequate stock levels.
• Oversee dispatch operations, monitor delivery timelines, control delivery costs, and manage vehicle maintenance, employee transportation, and work environment conditions.
• Track vehicle maintenance, fuel expenses, temperature control, and movement through vehicle tracking systems.
• Prepare and present management reports on stock issues, purchases, inventory reconciliation, direct sales, inventory aging, fuel and maintenance costs, and employee performance evaluations.
• Hire, train, and develop staff to ensure systematic vehicle and inventory management, adherence to ethical standards, compliance, and quality control.
• Collaborate with sales teams, drivers, and store personnel to streamline workflow and address any operational challenges.
• Coordinate with suppliers and clients to manage orders, deliveries, and resolve any operational complications.
• Assist in annual financial closing, audits, costing, purchasing, hiring, and budgeting processes.

Achievements
o Ensured flawless order fulfillment, achieving zero delays across processing, dispatch, and delivery.
o Cut stock variance to under 1% while reducing delivery costs by 40% through process optimization and tighter inventory controls.
o Launched a new assembly and distribution center, boosting dispatch speed, accuracy, and operational efficiency.
o Designed and implemented a robust logistics plan, incorporating streamlined processes and backup resources to maintain uninterrupted operations.
o Standardized inventory handling procedures for samples, free stock, waste, and damaged goods, enhancing accuracy, control, and accountability.

• International Procurement Management: Directed procurement from Germany, USA, Italy, and UAE, ensuring smooth international transactions and compliance with import regulations.
• Local Purchasing Oversight: Managed domestic sourcing to maintain optimal inventory levels and align with operational demand.
• Demand Forecasting & Inventory Planning: Monitored purchase costs, analyzed sales trends, and forecasted demand to optimize stock and minimize overstock.
• Supply Chain & Order Cycle Optimization: Coordinated end-to-end purchasing and supply order processes to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Customs & Logistics Management: Oversaw customs clearance, freight forwarding, and 3PL operations, optimizing costs and delivery efficiency.
• Expenditure & Budget Control: Monitored budgets for salaries, vehicle maintenance, and asset management, ensuring financial discipline.
• Contract & Vendor Management: Managed contracts and tenders with ministries, banks, multinational clients, and key suppliers.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepared comprehensive reports on purchasing, logistics, inventory, sales, and aging stock for senior management.
• Negotiation & Vendor Relations: Negotiated procurement, rebate, and sales terms with suppliers, government entities, retailers, and end customers.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensured QA/QC standards across operations while tracking delivery performance and cost efficiency.
• Warehouse & Inventory Strategy: Optimized warehouse stocking, streamlined order processing, and categorized inventory for operational efficiency.
• Logistics Planning & Coordination: Managed the movement of goods to and from warehouses and ports, planning freight, customs, and distribution logistics.
• Issue Resolution & Stakeholder Coordination: Liaised with suppliers and customers to resolve operational challenges promptly.
• Team Leadership: Supervised, coached, and trained warehouse and logistics staff to enhance productivity and accuracy.
Achievements
o Reduced annual FTL, freight, and shipping costs by 50% through strategic logistics planning and supplier negotiations.
o Successfully implemented FOCUS ERP, standardizing purchasing, inventory, and logistics processes.
o Systematized warehouse receiving and dispatch operations, improving efficiency and order accuracy.
o Optimized rebate and credit note management with international suppliers, ensuring financial control and operational alignment.

• Planned and executed quarterly, semi-annual, and annual stock counts, ensuring accurate inventory records and minimizing discrepancies.
• Provided monthly inventory and sales reports to support management decisions and operational planning.
• Monitored current stock levels and identified replenishment needs to maintain optimal inventory availability.
• Verified receiving and dispatch operations, reconciling physical inventory with system records to ensure data accuracy.
• Prepared detailed analyses of aging, reserved, and damaged stock, tracking inflow versus outflow to optimize warehouse efficiency.
• Ensured that all goods received matched purchase orders and were organized systematically for easy access and retrieval.
• Oversaw delivery operations and staff activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and operational best practices.
• Trained and supervised warehouse and store personnel on inventory management, accurate system entry, and warehouse protocols.
• Supported the purchasing team with customs clearance, logistics coordination, and labor management to ensure smooth shipment handling.
• Collaborated with Accounting and Finance for year-end stock reconciliation, variance resolution, and accurate expense recording.

• Maintain records, document, invoice, bills and all necessary documents.
• Assist superiors with demand, supply chart, and keep track of inventory.
• Keep updated record of daily, weekly and monthly supply to various retail outlets.
• Evaluate and Analyze inventory to documents to verify accuracy of shipment.
• Ensure adequate availability of products in various outlets and keep track of sales.
• Make regular visits to various outlets to assure availability and sales trend.
• Ensure decent relationship with suppliers, customers and store managers.