Procurement & Logistics Manager
Al - Oula Steel Manufacturing Co & Kuwait Ferro Alloys
Total years of experience :27 years, 7 Months
My works and involvement is wide range of various sectors and their industrial divisions such like Kuwait Ferro Alloys (KFA), Al Oula Rolling Mill, Adan Holding in Kuwait.
Typical work activities
The work activities carried out by me, being as procurement manager depend largely on the business functions, size and location of the employing organization. The level of responsibility held by me will also influence duties. Tasks typically involve:
• forecasting likely levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keeping a constant check on stock levels to maximize business efficiency;
• conducting research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality;
* liaising between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers;
• identifying potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships with them;
• negotiating and agreeing contracts and monitoring their progress - checking the quality of service provided;
• processing payments and invoices;
• keeping contract files and using them as reference for the future;
• forecasting price trends and their impact on future activities;
• giving presentations about market analysis and possible growth;
• developing an organization’s purchasing strategy;
• producing reports and statistics using computer software;
• evaluating bids and making recommendations based on commercial and technical factors;
• ensuring suppliers are aware of business objectives;
• attending meetings and trade conferences;
• training and supervising the work of other members of staff
o Being as procurement manager my work in a wide range of various sectors for many different organizations, Industrial units \{ASPEC, KUMEX\}, Alghanim and their internal departments (Commercial, Contracting, Construction and Port). My job is to buy in any product or service for the organization may need in order to carry out their business and operate as necessary.
o Being as procurement manager my duty to get more sources whatever the business requires or searches for better deals and more profitable suppliers possibly on a worldwide scale, within the cost effective while also dealing with other factors such as sustainability, risk management and ethical issues.
o I understand very well that Purchasing and supply management is an important role for any business or organization. More than two thirds of revenue can be spent on buying the company’s products or services meaning the purchase manager can make a real difference in cost saving and profit.
Typical work activities
The work activities carried out by me, being as procurement manager depend largely on the business functions, size and location of the employing organization. The level of responsibility held by me will also influence duties. Tasks typically involve:
• forecasting likely levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keeping a constant check on stock levels to maximize business efficiency;
• conducting research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality;
* liaising between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers;
• identifying potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships with them;
• negotiating and agreeing contracts and monitoring their progress - checking the quality of service provided;
• processing payments and invoices;
• keeping contract files and using them as reference for the future;
• forecasting price trends and their impact on future activities;
• giving presentations about market analysis and possible growth;
• developing an organization’s purchasing strategy;
• producing reports and statistics using computer software;
• evaluating bids and making recommendations based on commercial and technical factors;
• ensuring suppliers are aware of business objectives;
• attending meetings and trade conferences;
• training and supervising the work of other members of staff
Some of the main duties of a procurement Supervisor include preparing purchase orders, responding to customer and supplier inquiries, reviewing requisition orders to verify accuracy, specifications and terminology, and comparing prices, specifications and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers. A procurement manager must also prepare, maintain and review purchasing files. report price lists, track the status of requisitions, contracts and orders, locate suppliers, approve bills for payment, monitor contractor performance, calculate the cost of orders, charge or forward invoices to the appropriate accounts, and monitor in-house inventory transfer forms for bookkeeping records.
Plan, review and monitor Pre- shipment and Post- shipment activities, coordination with the inspection agencies, shipping agents, customs brokerages, Govt. bodies for guarantee of payment, Insurance companies for insurance coverage, production department for providing the indent and packing list etc. Identify, recommend and implement improvement plans to logistics operation and processes including recommendations of service providers so as to ensure continuous quality, efficient and cost effective service to the company
Coordinates customs clearance (on international jobs) of all types of material and equipment with traffic and logistic representatives or nominated Freight Forwarder/Customs Clearance Agent for smooth and fast clearance, Coordinates with Transporter who assigned to pick up the Materials from Port (Air/Sea) after completion of Customs Paper work. Coordinates with the Store In Charge to have a report after received the Materials from Transport. Coordinates with the Store In charge, QC personal to produce material reports in order to release the Vendor’s Payment on time based on PO Mile Stone.
Responsible for working closely with the selected supplier and managing the company’s procurement activities. Also providing leadership for the purchasing department and motivating staff to achieve maximum performance and efficiency. Making sure that the purchasing department works within all of the companies Operational Procedures.
Managing Procurement Activities & Implementing rule and procedures based on work demand, Strategy planning, Communicating with manager level people, Ensure that department problems and complaints are handled professionally, effectively, maintained at a minimum level and resolved up to the highest level of our company’s department satisfaction.
Managing a team of 5 professional buyers, Responsible for Order Placement Timing, Supply / Demand Alignment, Material Replenishment and Supplier Performance, Continuously monitoring, evaluating and improving supplier performance, Sourcing the most affordable materials for the company’s manufacturing process, Projecting stock levels, Reviewing tenders and bids, Controlling the purchasing budget, Monitoring delivery times to ensure they are on time, Ensuring the adequate supply of all required materials, components and equipment, Delivering cost savings for the company.
Managing the procurement supplier relationships for the company, Helping to source alternative items for buyers and customers, Developing sourcing strategies, Managing commodity cost initiatives, Preparing high quality tender documentation, Regularly contacting suppliers to renegotiate prices, Resolving disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers, Keeping all supplier programs current and accurate, Delegating projects and tasks to junior staff, Promoting best practice across the company, Working to create and promote a safe working environment. Arrange Third Party Inspection before the Delivery of the Materials based on the FAT test date or PO Term and Conditions.
To developed a full range of services to respond to all our customers' logistics and transportation, with the full mode of shipments for Inbound & Out Bound, brokerage and customer services, specialized logistics to warehousing and distribution. Liaising and maintain a good working relationship with customs, inspection agencies and other government persons ensuring conformance to their policies and guidelines as well as ensuring company’s welfare and interest.
Having Excellent knowledge to handle Import/export/re import/re-export, Temporary Export/Import and following up Middle East/GCC customs procedures for Raw Materials, Spare Parts, Equipments and Chemicals Middle East as well as, African, CIS countries
KREMENCO - Kuwait:
Duration: October 1996 till February 2001, Position: Designation: Supervisor Purchasing, Expediting and Customs Clearance.
Account assigned below :
o Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC) : Work as Buyer
o Petrochemical Industries Company (PIC) : Work as Buyer
Arabic Language
MBA in "Marketing Management" From L. N. Mishra Institute - Patna, under Magadh University, Bodhgaya, India.
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry