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Mohammad Waleed Ghauri, Foreign Purchase Supervisor

Mohammad Waleed Ghauri

Foreign Purchase Supervisor·NAFFCO

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Supply Chain Management

Work experience

Total years of experience: 9 years, 11 months

Foreign Purchase Supervisor

March 2025 - Present

NAFFCO

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

March 2025 - Present

- Managed international procurement operations for indirect materials and project-specific requirements across Jeddah
factory ensuring timely sourcing from global suppliers across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
- Maintained accurate procurement tracking logs for 900+ international POs annually, enabling real-time visibility for project and factory team
- Managed supplier communications across time zones, ensuring proactive follow-ups and expediting material readiness based
on project urgency.
- Developed and maintained an approved international vendor list, enhancing supplier reliability and reducing sourcing time for repeat items.
- Supported financial planning by sharing forecasted procurement schedules with the finance department for advance payment planning and LC issuance.
- Contributed to ERP data integrity by ensuring timely GRN coordination, PO closure, and document matching within procurement modules.

Company industry:
Security & Fire Systems
Job role:
Manufacturing

Foreign Purchase Supervisor

January 2025 - Present

National Fire Fighting Company (NAFFCO)

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 2025 - Present

Managed international procurement operations for indirect materials and project-specific requirements, sourcing from suppliers across Asia,
Europe, and the Middle East.
Issued RFQs to global vendors, evaluated techno-commercial proposals, and secured agreements that balanced cost competitiveness with
quality and lead-time requirements.
Negotiated supplier terms covering pricing, payment, delivery schedules, and Incoterms, achieving measurable cost savings and stronger
supply reliability.
Processed and tracked 900+ annual purchase orders in ERP, ensuring timely GRN postings, PO closures, and compliance with
procurement KPIs.
Conducted supplier performance reviews using delivery and quality metrics, enhancing vendor accountability and reducing delays.
Partnered with project, engineering, and finance teams to resolve shortages, align procurement schedules with budgets, and maintain
uninterrupted material availability.
Coordinated push-in/pull-out of orders and optimized shipment planning, lowering logistics costs while meeting urgent site requirements.

Company industry:
Security & Fire Systems

Procurement Specialist–Indirect Procurement

March 2022 - October 2025

National Foods Limited,

Karachi, Pakistan

March 2022 - October 2025

Managed local and international procurement for indirect purchases and capital expenditures worth PKR 1.2 billion annually across SITE and
Port Qasim plants, ensuring efficient sourcing and cost control.
Maintained a PR / PO conversion rate exceeding 90% with delivery timelines averaging 10 days at the Port Qasim plant.
Improved PR/PO conversions by 300 purchase orders and reduced lead times by 4 days at the SITE plant through process optimization.
Decreased annual procurement costs by PKR 15 million by implementing a three-month buying model and renegotiating supplier contracts.
Collaborated with 20+ stakeholders to capture business requirements, resolving supply, service, and quality issues effectively.
Reduced material shortages by 500+ units annually by extending the procurement model to 6 months, with consistent inventory availability.
Streamlined compliance processes during the S/4 HANA transformation, overseeing 50+ system configurations as a designated Power User.

Company industry:
FMCG

Senior Procurement Executive

May 2019 - October 2025

Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Limited,

Karachi, Pakistan

May 2019 - October 2025

Company industry:
Textile & Apparel Production
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Procurement Executive

June 2017 - October 2025

Jaffer Brothers Pvt Ltd,

Karachi, Pakistan

June 2017 - October 2025

Managed imports for four key business units (JASPL, HHD, Fertilizer, and HEIS), ensuring optimal inventory levels and reducing stock outs by
100 instances annually based on sales forecasts.
Prepared and executed import documentation, landed costing, and customs clearance for over 200 shipments, ensuring 100% regulatory
compliance and enabling on-time deliveries for all shipments.
Negotiated with freight vendors to secure best rates for 120+ international shipments, achieving significant annual cost savings.
Sourced local packaging materials, including bottles, labels, cartons, and shrink sleeves, reducing procurement costs by 500, 000 annually.
Collaborated with marketing teams with procurement aligned with promotional cycles, optimizing stock levels and reducing overstock by 15%.
Conducted quarterly reviews of 15+ suppliers, identifying opportunities and improving lead times, strengthening vendor relationships.

Company industry:
IT Services
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Technical Support Executive

July 2016 - October 2025

Ibex Global,

Karachi, Pakistan

July 2016 - October 2025

Handled over 80 customer calls daily, resolving inquiries and complaints while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
Provided tailored solutions by leveraging product knowledge, contributing to an increase in cross-selling and upselling opportunities.
Resolved technical issues, achieving first-call resolution and reducing escalations to senior support by 30 cases per month.
Recommended service enhancements to over 500 customers during the tenure, improving customer retention and satisfaction.
Maintained consistent call handling times under 5 minutes on average, balancing efficiency with personalized customer service.
Documented over 1, 000 customer interactions in the CRM system with precise details, enabling follow-ups and improving team collaboration.

Company industry:
Call Centers & Customer Care Outsourcing
Job role:
Support Services

Procurement Specialist

March 2022 - January 2025

National Foods Limited

Karachi, Pakistan

March 2022 - January 2025

- Managed local and international procurement for indirect purchases and capital expenditures worth PKR 1.2 billion annually across SITE and Port Qasim plants, ensuring efficient sourcing and cost control.
- Maintained a PR/PO conversion rate exceeding 90% with delivery timelines averaging 10 days at the Port Qasim plant.
- Improved PR/PO conversions by 300 purchase orders and reduced lead times by 4 days at the SITE plant through process optimization.
- Decreased annual procurement costs by PKR 15 million by implementing a three-month buying model and renegotiating supplier contracts.
- Collaborated with 20+ stakeholders to capture business requirements, resolving supply, service, and quality issues effectively.
- Reduced material shortages by 500+ units annually by extending the procurement model to 6 months, with consistent inventory availability.
- Streamlined compliance processes during the S/4HANA transformation, overseeing 50+ system configurations as a designated Power User.

Company industry:
FMCG
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Visiting Faculty

January 2018 - January 2025

3D Educators

Karachi, Pakistan

January 2018 - January 2025

Designed training programs on International Trade (Imports/Exports), focusing on procedures, documentation, and compliance.
Conducted multiple training batches, mentoring professionals and aspiring learners to improve their expertise in international trade.
Developed customized course materials and case studies, ensuring participants understood the real-world application of trade policies, shipping
documentation, and customs regulations.
Delivered hands-on training on critical topics like letter of credit processing, Incoterms, shipping documentation, and trade financing to help
participants manage complex trade transactions.
Assessed participant progress through discussions, assignments, and feedback, achieving an 80%+ satisfaction rate across all batches.
Collaborated with industry experts to integrate the latest global trade trends, regulatory changes, and best practices into the curriculum.

Company industry:
Training & Education Center

Assistant Procurement Officer

February 2020 - March 2022

Engro Fertilizers Limited

Karachi, Pakistan

February 2020 - March 2022

Managed procurement operations for Electrical & Instrumentation, IT, and Laboratory items, handling an annual budget of PKR 900 million
across 1200+ purchase orders.
Oversaw procurement activities with a network of 100+ suppliers, ensuring timely delivery and maintaining operational continuity.
Optimized the PR to PO cycle time, achieving an average of 17 days against a 30-day benchmark, enhancing procurement efficiency.
Maintained a consistent turnaround time of 86 out of 100 requests annually, meeting project and operational timelines.
Negotiated contracts and executed cost-saving strategies, achieving significant savings on high-value purchases exceeding PKR 50 million.
Prepared procurement reports, analyzing data for 12 monthly audits to enhance inventory planning and optimize resource allocation.

Company industry:
Manufacturing
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Senior Procurement Executive

May 2019 - January 2020

Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Limited

Karachi, Pakistan

May 2019 - January 2020

- Procured mechanical, fabrication, and stitching items annually through local vendors, with uninterrupted supply to meet production demands.
- Evaluated and managed a vendor base of 50+ suppliers, strengthening partnerships and improving delivery timelines for critical materials.
- Negotiated procurement contracts, achieving a 6% reduction in procurement costs annually while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
- Oversaw inventory, optimizing stock levels and reducing carrying costs through improved inventory management practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams across five production units to accurately forecast material needs, reducing stock out incidents to zero.
- Ensured compliance with procurement policies, successfully passing internal and external audits during the tenure.

Company industry:
Textile & Apparel Production
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Procurement Executive

June 2017 - May 2019

Jaffer Brothers Pvt Ltd

Karachi, Pakistan

June 2017 - May 2019

- Managed imports for four key business units (JASPL, HHD, Fertilizer, and HEIS), ensuring optimal inventory levels and reducing stock outs by 100 instances annually based on sales forecasts.
- Prepared and executed import documentation, landed costing, and customs clearance for over 200 shipments, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance and enabling on-time deliveries for all shipments.
- Negotiated with freight vendors to secure best rates for 120+ international shipments, achieving significant annual cost savings.
- Sourced local packaging materials, including bottles, labels, cartons, and shrink sleeves, reducing procurement costs by 500, 000 annually.
- Collaborated with marketing teams with procurement aligned with promotional cycles, optimizing stock levels and reducing overstock by 15%.
- Conducted quarterly reviews of 15+ suppliers, identifying opportunities and improving lead times, strengthening vendor relationships.

Company industry:
Agriculture & Crop Production
Job role:
Purchasing and Procurement

Technical Support Executive

July 2016 - February 2017

Ibex Global

Karachi, Pakistan

July 2016 - February 2017

- Handled over 80 customer calls daily, resolving inquiries and complaints while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
- Provided tailored solutions by leveraging product knowledge, contributing to an increase in cross-selling and upselling opportunities.
- Resolved technical issues, achieving first-call resolution and reducing escalations to senior support by 30 cases per month.
- Recommended service enhancements to over 500 customers during the tenure, improving customer retention and satisfaction.
- Maintained consistent call handling times under 5 minutes on average, balancing efficiency with personalized customer service.
- Documented over 1, 000 customer interactions in the CRM system with precise details, enabling follow-ups and improving team collaboration.

Company industry:
Call Centers & Customer Care Outsourcing
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Education

Iqra University

January 2021

January 2021

Master's degree, Supply Chain Management

Pakistan

GPA (point): 2.7 out of 4

GPA (point): 2.7 out of 4

Specialized in procurement, logistics, and supply chain optimization, with a focus on strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and inventory management. Gained expertise in supply chain analytics, cost reduction strategies, and operational efficiency through industry-relevant case studies and projects.
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Iqra University

December 2016

December 2016

Bachelor's degree, General Business

Pakistan

GPA (point): 2.86 out of 4

GPA (point): 2.86 out of 4

Developed a strong foundation in core business functions, including finance, marketing, operations, and management. Gained analytical and problem-solving skills, along with an understanding of business strategy, organizational behavior, and market dynamics.
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Iqra University

January 2016

January 2016

Bachelor's degree, Administration And Business Administration

Pakistan

Skills

Stakeholder Management
Expert
Stakeholder Management
Expert
Contract Management
Expert
Contract Management
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
Strategic Sourcing
Expert
Strategic Sourcing
Expert
Procurement Management
Expert
Procurement Management
Expert
ORACLE
Expert
ORACLE
Expert
SAP-MM
Expert
SAP-MM
Expert
Microsoft Office 365
Expert
Microsoft Office 365
Expert
Procurement Management
Expert
Procurement Management
Expert
Vendor Management
Expert
Vendor Management
Expert
Contract Management
Expert
Contract Management
Expert
Data Analysis
Expert
Data Analysis
Expert
Sourcing
Expert
Sourcing
Expert
Problem-Solving
Expert
Problem-Solving
Expert
Mentorship
Expert
Mentorship
Expert
Adaptability
Expert
Adaptability
Expert
Conflict Resolution
Expert
Conflict Resolution
Expert
Teamwork
Expert
Teamwork
Expert
ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING
Intermediate
ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING
Intermediate
INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Intermediate
INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Intermediate
PROCUREMENT
Intermediate
PROCUREMENT
Intermediate
PURCHASING
Intermediate
PURCHASING
Intermediate
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION RFQ
Intermediate
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION RFQ
Intermediate
SAP ARIBA
Intermediate
SAP ARIBA
Intermediate
SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION
Intermediate
SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION
Intermediate
STRATEGIC SOURCING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC SOURCING
Intermediate
SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Intermediate

Languages

English

Expert

Urdu

Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Dashboard Reporting
International Trade
Certificate in Procurement & Contract Management
Certificate in Procurement & Contract Management

Hobbies and interests

Continuous Learning

Taking online courses on procurement, logistics, or contract management (e.g., LinkedIn Learning, Coursera)