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Manea AL Yami, Founding Team Member

Manea AL Yami

Founding Team Member·AI Keys

Saudi Arabia

Bachelor's degree, Economics

Work experience

Total years of experience: 21 years, 6 months

Founding Team Member

April 2025 - April 2026

AI Keys

Khobar, Saudi Arabia •Hybrid

April 2025 - April 2026

Participated in the establishment of a fintech startup focused on AI and digital financial solutions.
Contributed to business planning and early-stage startup activities.
Supported concept development and workflow planning during the pre-launch phase.
Collaborated with the founding team on startup development initiatives.
Company industry:
Financial Services
Job role:
Information Technology

Specialist Buyer

June 2021 - March 2025

SABIC

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

June 2021 - March 2025

Handled masterbatch procurement across affiliates, crafted sourcing blueprints, and executed negotiations while cultivating strong supplier
partnerships. Aligned stakeholders behind category strategies to ensure seamless execution. Collaborated with R&D teams to drive supplier
qualifications and enhance innovation readiness. Embedded cost-saving initiatives into procurement processes to strengthen financial efficiency.
Elevated overall sourcing effectiveness through structured governance and strategic supplier management.
Achievements
 Engineered cost-efficiency gains by introducing sourcing models that reduced procurement expenses across affiliates while sustaining supply
reliability.
 Elevated supplier performance through a structured relationship management framework, achieving measurable improvement in delivery
adherence and quality consistency.
 Advanced supplier qualification processes in collaboration with R&D, accelerating innovation pipelines, and enhancing compliance with technical
standards.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Specialist Buyer – Masterbatch

June 2021 - March 2025

SABIC

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

June 2021 - March 2025

Handled masterbatch procurement across affiliates, crafted sourcing blueprints, and executed negotiations while cultivating strong supplier
partnerships. Aligned stakeholders behind category strategies to ensure seamless execution. Collaborated with R&D teams to drive supplier
qualifications and enhance innovation readiness. Embedded cost-saving initiatives into procurement processes to strengthen financial efficiency.
Elevated overall sourcing effectiveness through structured governance and strategic supplier management.
Achievements
 Engineered cost-efficiency gains by introducing sourcing models that reduced procurement expenses across affiliates while sustaining supply
reliability.
 Elevated supplier performance through a structured relationship management framework, achieving measurable improvement in delivery
adherence and quality consistency.
 Advanced supplier qualification processes in collaboration with R&D, accelerating innovation pipelines, and enhancing compliance with technical
standards.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture

Specialist Buyer

January 2020 - January 2021

SABIC

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

January 2020 - January 2021

Directed procurement of adsorbents and peroxide within the catalyst category, shaping sourcing strategies and executing contracts with precision.
Fostered supplier collaborations that elevated product quality and reinforced operational standards. Embedded cost-optimization measures that
strengthened financial efficiency and value delivery. Sustained long-term vendor relationships while safeguarding supply chain resilience. Drove
seamless synchronization across internal stakeholders and technical teams to ensure strategic alignment and execution excellence.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Data Quality Team Lead

March 2018 - May 2020

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation - Sabic

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

March 2018 - May 2020

Led a team in preparing data for a robotic process automation (RPA) sourcing system.
Responsibilities included gathering and cleansing data, setting criteria for materials and
suppliers, linking material and vendor masters, and improving sourcing logic. Reviewed and
enhanced processes related to the RPA system and collaborated with stakeholders to ensure
data readiness for system implementation.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture

Data Quality Team Lead

March 2018 - April 2020

SABIC

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

March 2018 - April 2020

Led a dedicated team in preparing procurement data for robotic process automation systems, ensuring accuracy through data cleansing, classification,
and logical alignment. Built strong material and vendor master linkages that reinforced data integrity and improved overall sourcing logic. Strengthened
automation outcomes by refining procurement structures and enhancing system accuracy. Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration to streamline
processes and drive digital readiness. Positioned the organization for a smooth and efficient transition into automation-driven procurement.
Achievements
 Enhanced sourcing logic integrity by streamlining master data structures, resulting in higher RPA accuracy and efficiency.
 Reduced manual intervention through improved data governance, accelerating automation adoption timelines.
 Championed process refinement initiatives that uplifted overall procurement system readiness and organizational digital transformation.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Purchasing Supervisor

August 2016 - March 2018

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation - Sabic

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

August 2016 - March 2018

Managed procurement of general maintenance materials for SABIC affiliates with a team of six
buyers. Achievements included reducing costs by shifting from traders to manufacturers,
improving local supplier engagement and enhancing customer satisfaction. Oversaw weekly,
monthly and annual reporting, monitored inventory reorder levels and maintained compliance
with company procedures.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture

Purchasing Supervisor – General Maintenance

August 2016 - March 2018

SABIC

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

August 2016 - March 2018

Managed a procurement team in sourcing general maintenance materials for affiliates, ensuring compliance with established procedures and reporting
cycles. Directed supplier engagement initiatives that enhanced satisfaction and strengthened partnerships. Achieved cost-efficiency by transitioning
sourcing from traders to direct manufacturers. Oversaw inventory levels with precision to maintain uninterrupted operations. Delivered consistent
procurement governance that supported both performance and organizational objectives.
Achievements
 Realized significant cost savings by transitioning sourcing from intermediaries to direct manufacturers.
 Strengthened local supplier engagement, boosting competitiveness and enhancing affiliate satisfaction.
 Improved reporting governance with streamlined weekly, monthly, and annual procurement performance dashboards.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture

Senior Buyer

July 2012 - July 2016

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation - Sabic

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

July 2012 - July 2016

Converted material requisitions into purchase orders, negotiated pricing and managed supplier
relationships. Developed commercial recommendations, leveraged preferred vendor contracts,
coordinated with finance for accurate posting, and led purchasing groups on multiple
occasions. Initiated a shipping tool that improved efficiency and reduced costs, and represented
the MRO section in a supplier relationship management (SRM) project.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture

Senior Buyer – MRO

July 2012 - July 2016

SABIC

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

July 2012 - July 2016

Handled material requisitions and executed purchase orders while driving supplier negotiations with strong emphasis on cost control and relationship
management. Developed commercial recommendations and maximized the use of preferred vendor contracts to strengthen procurement efficiency.
Aligned purchasing operations with finance to ensure accuracy and compliance. Led purchasing groups to streamline workflows and enhance
collaboration across stakeholders. Introduced efficiency tools and represented the MRO division in supplier relationship programs to elevate
performance standards.
Achievements
 Pioneered a shipping tool that increased logistics efficiency while curbing costs.
 Strengthened supplier collaboration as part of the SRM initiative, securing enhanced service levels.
 Achieved procurement accuracy by aligning processes with finance, reducing invoice discrepancies.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Buyer

July 2008 - June 2012

Petro Rabigh Petrochemical

Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

July 2008 - June 2012

Handled spare part procurement. Responsibilities included transforming requisitions into
purchase orders, sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, collaborating with finance,
addressing vendor performance issues and managing long-term agreements. Worked on
material standardisation, created and revised item descriptions in the system, prepared
weekly/monthly reports and resolved delivery-related problems.
Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture

Buyer – Spare

July 2008 - June 2012

Petro Rabigh

Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

July 2008 - June 2012

Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Purchasing Specialist

September 2006 - July 2008

Rsal

Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

September 2006 - July 2008

Sourced suppliers and coordinated between users and suppliers for the Petro Rabigh UOU and
YPL projects. Issued purchase orders, followed up on deliveries and later joined the Material
Supply Department of Petro Rabigh.
Company industry:
Business Support Services

Purchasing Specialist – UOU & YPL Projects

September 2006 - July 2008

RSAL (Petro Rabigh Project)

Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

September 2006 - July 2008

Company industry:
Human Resources Outsourcing

Warehouse Team Leader

July 2004 - September 2006

Baker Hughes - Saudi Arabia

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

July 2004 - September 2006

Managed warehouse operations including inventory control, resource utilisation, safety
programmes and staff supervision. Prepared reports, analysed consumption patterns, optimised
delivery schedules and maintained accurate records. Implemented safety and security
programmes to ensure compliance and employee safety.
Company industry:
Oil & Gas

Warehouse Team Leader

July 2004 - September 2006

Baker Hughes (Christensen Saudi Arabia)

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

July 2004 - September 2006

Company industry:
Oil & Gas
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

Education

King Faisal University

March 2002

March 2002

Bachelor's degree, Economics

Saudi Arabia

Skills

PROCUREMENT
Expert
PROCUREMENT
Expert
LOGISTICS
Intermediate
LOGISTICS
Intermediate
COST REDUCTION
Expert
COST REDUCTION
Expert
TEAM LEADERSHIP
Expert
TEAM LEADERSHIP
Expert
PURCHASING
Expert
PURCHASING
Expert
BUSINESS NEGOTIATION
Expert
BUSINESS NEGOTIATION
Expert
STRATEGIC SOURCING
Expert
STRATEGIC SOURCING
Expert
DATA QUALITY
Expert
DATA QUALITY
Expert
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
BUSINESS EXPANSION
Intermediate
BUSINESS EXPANSION
Intermediate
COORDINATING
Intermediate
COORDINATING
Intermediate
COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS
Intermediate
COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS
Intermediate
COST STRUCTURES
Intermediate
COST STRUCTURES
Intermediate
STRATEGIC THINKING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC THINKING
Intermediate
SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
AUTOMATION
Intermediate
AUTOMATION
Intermediate
Administration
Expert
Administration
Expert
Microsoft Office
Expert
Microsoft Office
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
SAP
Expert
SAP
Expert
Management
Expert
Management
Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Turning Stress into High Productivity
Planning Skills
High-Performance Teamwork
Supply Chain Professional (CSCP – APICS) Training
Affective Buyer Course
Material Specialist –
Leadership Foundations
Effective Category Management
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Chartered Project Management Consultant
Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP)
Supply Chain Professional (CSCP – APICS) Training
Affective Buyer Course
Material Specialist
Leadership
Effective Category Management
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Chartered Project Management Consultant
Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP)