liju samual

Developed strategies for group packaging and centralized procurement for all business units. Managed packaging budget of AED 450M. Led initiatives to reduce cost of goods sold, maintain supplier continuity, analyze spending and procurement data to reduce working capital. Managed quotations, benchmarks, pricing, commercial requirements, supplier approvals, agreements, and contracts. Performed ongoing analysis of business practices, negotiation tactics, price lists, and documentation procedures.
•Designed category based process for packaging group structure; trained team and defined key performance indicators.
•Drive centralized category strategy from UAE for each country level

Led Vendor Management program, researched and qualified vendors for best value and service. Created standards negotiated long-term contracts. Developed key alliances with vendors and suppliers. Reported vendor performance to stakeholders.
•Created centralized vendor list across business units, and monitored via process controls.
•Performed quarterly vendor and suppler performance reviews. Instituted supplier certifications.
•Accountable and Ensure overall quality and service trend from Approved Vendor base meets Agthia Standards and continually improve.

Researched and analyzed market trends and technologies to increase business opportunities. Developed purchase order plan, set MRP vs. MPS based on sales forecast. Drove cost-saving initiatives to meet profit targets. Planned sourcing and procurement of material, parts, supplies, and equipment to meet demand and delivery requirements. Defined KPIs. Reviewed quotations and purchase requisitions; submitted for approval. Ensured supplier compliance with safety protocols. Coordinated payment of invoices. Managed business plans for copacking and NPD.
•Led procurement, MRP setting vs. sales forecast and MPS alignment for Brand Al Ain Water, Alpine, Capri Sun, Al Ain Frozen Vegetable & Al Ain Fresh Juice Beverages , Yoplait, Grand Bakers .
•Accountable for Procurement Annual budget establishment and maintain through continuous identifying & implement cost savings opportunities and best practices.
•Maintained procurement dashboard showing hits, misses, and project status.
•Updated Raw and Pack spec and category classification; improved inventory control.
•Drove Squeeze and X-trim initiatives, saving approximately AED 5M in 2011 and increasing to 18M in 2015.
•Created packing business plan and achieved on time launch of packaging products for coffee, tea, milk powder, tissue, tomato paste, and olive oil.
Planning and Procurement Lead

Developed purchase order plan; set MRRP vs. MPS based on sales forecast. Set up order, contract, and tenders for international and local suppliers. Prepared annual procurement budget. Led NPD, yearly promotional sales, and marketing forecast activity. Led marketing artwork. Created standard operational procedures for purchasing process. Managed inventory.
•Developed and maintained supply management PVT labels for Emirate Project, Atlantis, Dubai Public Sectors Abu Dhabi Public Sectors, Hilton, and US Army.
•Eliminated OOS situations to 95%.