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Fahhad Shaddad AlQahtani, Procurement Director

Fahhad Shaddad AlQahtani

Procurement Director·Mbc Group

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Administration And Business Administration

Work experience

Total years of experience: 27 years, 11 months

Procurement Director

July 2023 - Present

Mbc Group

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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July 2023 - Present

• Strategy and Leadership:
o • Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with the
o company's overall goals and objectives.
o • Provide strategic guidance and direction to the procurement team, ensuring alignment
o with organizational priorities and fostering a culture of excellence.
o • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, optimize
o supply chains, and deliver tangible value to the organization.
o • Lead and inspire a high-performing team, providing coaching, mentoring, and professional
o development opportunities to maximize individual and collective potential.
• Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management:
o • Identify, evaluate, and select strategic suppliers capable of delivering quality products,
o services, and innovation in line with the company's needs.
o • Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, terms, and conditions to achieve favorable
o pricing, quality, and service levels.
o • Develop and nurture strong supplier relationships, fostering collaboration, driving supplier
o performance, and promoting long-term partnerships.
o • Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies to
o anticipate and capitalize on procurement opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Operational Excellence:
o • Streamline procurement processes, leveraging automation, digital tools, and data
o analytics to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and visibility.
o • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure procurement
o performance and identify areas for improvement.
o • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and
o proactively identify opportunities to optimize procurement outcomes.
o • Develop and implement supplier diversity initiatives, promoting inclusion and supporting
o the company's corporate social responsibility objectives.

• Risk Management and Compliance:
o • Monitor and mitigate risks within the procurement function, including supply chain
o disruptions, supplier financial stability, and compliance with legal and regulatory
o requirements.
o • Implement robust contract management processes, ensuring compliance with terms and
o conditions, and mitigating potential contractual risks.
o • Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to
o procurement activities and ensure adherence across the organization.
• Reporting and Financial Analysis:
o • Prepare and present comprehensive reports to senior management, highlighting
o procurement performance, cost savings, supplier performance, and other key metrics.
o • Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support strategic decision-making
o related to procurement, budgeting, and forecasting

Company industry:
Broadcast Media Production
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Senior Consultant

December 2020 - July 2023

Tatra Procurement Co

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

December 2020 - July 2023

• Study the client need from writing the policies and procedures for Supply Chain, Procurement, Purchasing, logistics and Warehousing functions.
• Implement the policies and procedures.
• Support the client to select the suitable ERP along with the customization.
• Hire the right talent for our clients.

Company industry:
Business Consultancy Services
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Supply Chain Executive

January 2012 - March 2020

Boeing Saudi Arabia Ltd

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 2012 - March 2020

• Lead all BSA procurement, import and export operations to meet agreed Program Service Level Agreements and cost requirements.
• Managing procurement & logistics teams ensuring that business objectives are defined and implemented across the business.
• Lead the negotiation for all new Procurement and Logistics activity across the group and identified opportunities to synergize costs
• Lead the review of Procurement policies, practices, structures and spend to produce a prioritizing plan for change.
• Taking ownership of the e-sourcing strategy with involvement in Technology Procurement and Offshoring and Outsourcing.
• Achieving buy in from senior internal stakeholders as well as managing critical and strategic suppliers.
• Coordinating with legal department to identify and improve contract terms for new and existing agreements.
• Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with customer project methodologies as required.
• Establishing and managing key supplier relationships to deliver outstanding performance in cost, service and quality
• Producing regular reports on performance, provide management information and in-depth analysis when requested.
• Import & export all items for Local & international clients following the international logistics roles & regulations, Global Trade Control & ITAR.
• Providing an analysis of current market situation following comprehensive market intelligence and market surveys.
• Perform as the Program leader interface to the Functional Teams to ensure all Programs are supported to agreed requirements.
• Manage the Department & Programs General /Administrative budget, working with Finance and the Functions, to meet the saving target.
• Provide oversight, working with Program Leaders, Finance, and BSA/Boeing Functions, of BSA Forward Pricing Rates and proposals.
Notable Achievements:
• 4 billion USD - Successfully managed Procurement expenditure across the company footprint resulting in business cost savings for 1.20% = 54M USD
• Successfully managed the import & export more than more than ONE Million pieces during last 7 years with notable cost & lead time saving.
• Created and executed the category strategy resulting in improvements in efficiency and value.

Company industry:
Aerospace
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Project Supply Manager / Systems Division Procurement.

January 2010 - December 2011

Bombardier Transportation

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 2010 - December 2011

• Monitoring and reviewing supplier performance ensuring that contracts and agreements are in line with the organizations legal and operational requirements.
• Providing Procurement support and representing Procurement in product introduction reviews.
• Undertaking monthly and annual appraisals with staff and addressing any issues in performance through following required performance management procedures.
Notable Achievements:
• 250M USD - RFP for delivering, installation and commissioning Monorail vehicles from US and Canda to KSA
• Created a Procurement strategy and schedule before implementing spend category management strategies.
• Reviewed of existing policies, practices, structures and spend and implemented a prioritized plan for change.
• Defined and managed key supplier relationships and delivered outstanding performance in cost, service and quality.

Company industry:
Motor Vehicle Passenger Transport
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Procurement and Business Support Manager

January 2008 - December 2009

Alfaisal University

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 2008 - December 2009

• Producing regular reports on Procurement performance and providing management information and in-depth analysis when requested.
• Assessing suppliers to ensure capability and quality of service.
• Monitoring and evaluating supplier performance ensuring contracts and agreements are in line with the organisations legal and operational requirements.

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Asst. Commercial Officer

November 1994 - December 2004

BAE SYSTEMS

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

November 1994 - December 2004

Contracts & Procurement Role.

Company industry:
Military & Defense
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Education

American University In Dubai

September 2006

September 2006

Master's degree, Administration And Business Administration

United Kingdom

GPA (point): 4 out of 5

GPA (point): 4 out of 5

American University In Dubai

September 2004

September 2004

Bachelor's degree, Administration And Business Administration

United Kingdom

GPA (point): 3.50 out of 5

GPA (point): 3.50 out of 5

Institute of Public Administration

February 1992

February 1992

Higher diploma, Accounting

Saudi Arabia

Skills

Supply Chain Management
Expert
Supply Chain Management
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Communications skills
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Communications skills
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Top Management
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Top Management
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Leadership
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Leadership
Expert
Procurement Management
Expert
Procurement Management
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General Management
Expert
General Management
Expert
Microsoft Office applications
Expert
Microsoft Office applications
Expert
Dynamic and self motivated.
Expert
Dynamic and self motivated.
Expert
Leadership
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Leadership
Expert
• Excellent communication & presentation skills both internally & at senior client level
Expert
• Excellent communication & presentation skills both internally & at senior client level
Expert
Operations Management
Expert
Operations Management
Expert
planning
Expert
planning
Expert
Procurement
Expert
Procurement
Expert
logistics
Expert
logistics
Expert
negotiation
Expert
negotiation
Expert
problem solving
Expert
problem solving
Expert
materials
Expert
materials
Expert
supply chain management
Expert
supply chain management
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marketing
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marketing
Expert
operation
Expert
operation
Expert
people management
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people management
Expert
Supply Chain Management
Expert
Supply Chain Management
Expert
Global Sourcing
Expert
Global Sourcing
Expert
Development Of Policies
Expert
Development Of Policies
Expert
Analytical Skills
Expert
Analytical Skills
Expert
General Business Administration
Expert
General Business Administration
Expert

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Certificate of Purchasing & Supply
Sep 2001