Khaled Al Khelewi

Lead and manage all procurement processes,
Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E) to ensure the company's needs are met efficiently and timely
Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to secure the best prices and terms
Conduct comprehensive assessments of potential risks associated with FF&E purchases, developing effective strategies to mitigate these risks
Analyze market factors to ensure informed purchasing decisions
Perform detailed analysis of cash flow and inventory reports, including monitoring employee activities, to identify any fraudulent or unusual
behavior that may affect procurement processes
Utilize financial data to support strategic decision-making related to purchasing
Develop and implement comprehensive policies and procedures aimed
at identifying and addressing risks related to procurement across various departments
Ensure compliance with local and international procurement standards and regulations

Managed the procurement process for consultants, contractors, and specialist suppliers,
encompassing the preparation of long lists, short lists, prequalification, tendering, mid-tender
meetings, contract placement reports, and contract awards.
• Compiled RFPs and tender documents, ensuring the management of relevant outputs from various
stakeholders, including design information, scope of works, and contract forms.
• Developed client briefs and procurement strategies, leading initiatives to cultivate relationships with
both new and established supply chain partners.
• Conducted assessments and prequalification’s to effectively shortlist potential suppliers and
vendors, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Maintained strong relationships and regular communication with major suppliers and vendors,
fostering collaboration and support.
• Supported the Bid Evaluation Committee, coordinating efforts with various business units to
facilitate effective decision-making.
• Managed domestic and international shipments, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with
procurement standards.
• Monitored inventory and stock levels using the Oracle System, tracking the issue and dispatch of
materials to user departments efficiently.
• Oversaw the procurement and furnishing of the group’s hotels (FF&E) across multiple countries,
ensuring adherence to design specifications, monitoring purchase orders, and verifying delivery
timelines, material quality, and pricing

Free Lancer establishing procurement department policies and procedures

Directly reporting to the CEO, responsible for overseeing the entire process of supply chain
management. Major responsibilities include:
• Establishing contracts with yearly rebate percentage with major dealers
• Managed new insurance contract (Medical, Vehicle)
• Executive member in Theeb IPO committee (Theeb successfully listed in the Saudi market)
• Reviewing technical specifications for the fleet and spare parts
• Determining the delivery schedule and timeframes
• Forecasting upcoming requirements
Major achievements:
• Established the entire purchasing process.
• Integrated the purchasing process in the ERP.
• Established and implemented purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices.

Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies

Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness

Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms

Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation

Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power

Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking

Assess, manage and mitigate risks

Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers

Determine quantity and timing of deliveries

Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand

Evaluate bids and make recommendations, based on commercial and technical factors.
Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives.
Attend meetings and trade conferences
Train and supervise the work of other members of staff.
Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities

use IT systems to manage stock levels, delivery times and transport costs;
use associated information systems to coordinate and control the order cycle;
use data from IT systems to evaluate performance and quality and to plan improvements;
allocate and manage staff resources according to changing needs;
manage staff;
liaise and negotiate with customers and suppliers;
develop business by gaining new contracts, analysing logistical problems and producing new solutions;
understand, work with and possibly help to develop e-commerce;
continually try to improve and develop business performance within the constraints of legislation, fuel costs and rising environmental pressures.

implement health and safety procedures;
manage staff training issues;
motivate other members of the team;
project manage;
set objectives;
plan projects;
work on new supply strategies;
plan vehicle routes;
use specialist knowledge, such as mechanical-handling systems, to provide consultancy services.

Assisting the manager in organizing, planning and implementing strategy

Coordinating operations

Ensuring schedules and objectives are met

Supervised and managed the building of a new residential compound in Riyadh
Successfully orchestrated and implemented the launch of 3 new branches of KUDU restaurants within one year
Evaluating all external forces affecting food demand including competitors activities, economic indicators, and general industry trends and reported to the management on regular basis
Directly reporting to senior management about company’s performance against benchmarked KPI’s.