Ehab Al-Ashqar

Achieved-focused professional with over a decade of experience in the pharmaceutical field. Demonstrates a solid commitment to work, adaptability, and a positive mindset, with a professional demeanor and confidence.
• As a Supply Chain Manager, I am responsible for overseeing department staff, maintaining accurate records and files, developing a supplier database, and monitoring supplier performance. Additionally, I supervise three section heads and ensure that all personnel actions are initiated or recommended in accordance with company policies. With my attention to detail and ability to resolve issues efficiently, I am confident in my ability to make valuable contributions to any team.
• As an experienced professional in the pharmaceutical area, I have a proven track record of success in managing a pharmacy and working with the Directorates of Health in the Anbar, Nineveh, and Salah Aldin governates. My extensive knowledge and experience in the field have also led me to develop expertise in the humanitarian area, working in various positions such as a Pharmacist in DoH, Commercial Pharmacy Manager, Medical Representative, Team Leader, and Supervisor. I have also worked as a Supervisor for marketing Himalaya herbal healthcare products in different regions in Iraq. My role involved coordinating the marketing efforts of pharmaceutical products in Iraq, working closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement marketing strategies, and achieving results within specific time frames. I have experience managing the entire product life cycle, from market research and product development to launch and post-launch analysis. My ability to understand market trends and consumer needs and strong communication and leadership skills have enabled me to promote and market pharmaceutical products in Iraq successfully.
• In the International Medical Corps, I held positions such as a Pharmacist, Pharmacist Officer, Senior Pharmacist Officer, Emergency Response Roster (Global), and Medical Commodities Manager. Managed medical warehouses and served as a technical advisor for assessing medical suppliers and manufacturers in Iraq. Directly supervised eight supervisor employees and was a technical supervisor for 40 employees.
• I am an experienced and highly skilled professional in pharmaceutical supply chain management. I have a proven track record of success in managing the procurement, storage, and distribution of medical commodities and overseeing the operations of medical warehouses. I have worked in various positions, including Medical Commodities Manager and Pharmaceutical Officer, and I have a strong understanding of international guidelines and standards for medical warehouse management. With my strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to think strategically, I can identify and address any issues that may arise in the supply chain and develop and implement effective solutions. I am an effective leader with experience managing supervisors and technical staff teams. I am also highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. With my excellent communication and client-facing skills, I can establish and

maintain strong relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and other partners. My positive attitude and resilience enable me to work effectively in fast-paced and high-pressure environments, such as emergency response situations.

Under the Line Management of the Country Medical Director, I am responsible for the medical commodities supply chain management and leading the pharmaceutical team (20-30 employees), commensurate with the knowledge and experience, following International Medical Corps policies and procedures. My summarized main tasks were as below:
• Review project proposal materials and develop a detailed implementation and monitoring plan for required commodities.
• Provide medical/health teams inputs regarding existing MOH/DOH policies related to medical commodities, including pharmaceuticals, medical consumables, and Equipment.
• Work with the team to prepare procurement plans based on current inventory, needs assessments, and updated consumption data for the timely delivery of required commodities.
• In close coordination with the country logistics department, ensure proper procurement, logistics, and information management systems and control mechanisms are in place and adhered to in line with the International Medical Corps' global and in-country finance and logistics policies.
• Review and ensure timely submission of stock and other Logistics reports from the operational sites as required.
• Train the pharmacy officers to use new tools developed by G.P.S.U. (Global Pharmaceutical service unit-IMC- DC-Washington) to plan, forecast, and monitor drug utilization.
• Responsible for technical supervision of the pharmacist officers across the IMC-Iraq mission.
• Provide technical supervision/ guidance for the Medical commodities officer/assistance across the Iraq mission.
• Support the Country Asset Officer to prepare/get G.I.K. documents approval for any pharmaceutical donation across the IMC-Iraq mission.
• Participate in the committee to assess medical vendors for qualification across the IMC-Iraq mission.
• Supervise the movement of medical stock inside Iraq, including local and international shipments.
• Schedule regular site visits for monitoring and supervision to ensure the quality of commodities and accurate tracking information
• Assist Logistics Coordinator and Medical Director in preparation of Standard lists for Blanket Purchase Agreements (B.P.A.s) and prequalification of vendors.
• Provide direct support and supervision to the field site's medical commodities officers and pharmacy officers to ensure proper H.R. procedures are adhered to in recruiting field pharmacists and pharmacy assistants in coordination with the health coordinator and program manager.
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• Ensure that all pharmacy staff undergoes H.R. mandatory training courses and technical and program orientation.
• Build capacity of national counterparts
• Work closely with medical coordinators or their delegates to assist the medical director in identifying appropriate medical commodities according to quantity and quality.
• Represent International Medical Corps with local government authorities (primarily the DoH/MoH), non-state actors, U.N. agencies, N.G.O.s, and donors at the field site level.
• Meet with the teams regularly to update the project-monitoring plan and discuss challenges/solutions
• Ensure pharmacy staff in the field site know and understand the international medical corps' local security regulations; document and address policy and disciplinary issues breaches in coordination with the Program Coordinator and Security Manager.