Mohammed Sarwar Ahmed

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities in a highly regulated, publicly listed manufacturing environment,
ensuring compliance with corporate governance and internal control standards.
• Drive strategic sourcing and vendor management initiatives aligned with operational continuity, quality, and
cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate closely with supply chain, production, and finance teams to support inventory planning, material
availability, and uninterrupted plant operations.
• Support logistics and warehouse coordination to ensure timely receipt, storage, and issuance of materials in line
with operational requirements.
• Contribute to supply planning and demand alignment, ensuring procurement activities support production
schedules and business priorities.
• Participate in project-related procurement activities, supporting execution within approved timelines while
adhering to compliance and risk-management guidelines.
• Apply strong process discipline and documentation practices to maintain transparency, audit readiness, and
operational efficiency.

AL RABEA TEA May2019 to date. (Jeddah, Saudi Arabia) Working as a Factory Procurement Manager in the Supply Chain Dept, reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer & Operation Officer. Responsible for dealing with anything relating to the ordering of Raw & Packaging materials, Machines, Spare Parts, Services and General supplies for the company.

• Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing supplier relationships and negotiating favorable contracts, resulting in a 15% reduction in procurement costs while maintaining product quality standards.
• Led cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing lead times by 20%, ensuring timely delivery of materials to meet production schedules.
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• Spearheaded supplier performance evaluations and conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements, resulting in enhanced product quality and customer satisfaction ratings.
• Developed and executed a sustainable sourcing strategy, incorporating ethical and environmental considerations into supplier selection criteria, resulting in a 30% increase in the use of eco-friendly materials and aligning procurement practices with corporate social responsibility goals.

• Directed cross-department procurement operations, resulting in a 15% reduction in overall procurement expenses
within the first year.
• Managed key vendor relationships, negotiating contracts that reduced costs by 10% while ensuring the highest
standards of quality.
• Implemented technology-driven solutions to streamline procurement processes, improving on-time deliveries by
20%.
• Conducted extensive market research to identify emerging global suppliers, proactively addressing supply risks
and maintaining a competitive edge.
• Led the development of procurement strategies aligned with corporate sustainability goals, integrating
eco-friendly sourcing practices.

• Spearheaded procurement initiatives, achieving a 15% reduction in annual procurement expenditures
through strategic supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Led vendor selection and evaluation processes, ensuring the consistent supply of high-quality materials
while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
• Implemented performance tracking systems to evaluate supplier performance, resulting in improved
on-time delivery and enhanced supplier accountability.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement procurement policies that aligned with
industry best practices, improving operational efficiency.
• Played a key role in risk management by identifying supply chain vulnerabilities and developing strategies
to mitigate potential disruptions, enhancing overall supply chain resilience.

• Lead foreign procurement operations, managing international supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with
global sourcing standards, and driving cost-efficiency initiatives.
• Implemented a global procurement strategy that reduced procurement costs by 20%, while improving supplier
reliability and product quality.
• Negotiated long-term contracts with key international suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and minimizing supply
chain disruptions.
• Spearheaded the transition to sustainable procurement, leading to a 30% increase in eco-friendly material
sourcing, aligning with corporate social responsibility goals.
• Developed risk mitigation frameworks to minimize global supply chain risks, achieving a 25% reduction in
potential delays.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes, improving operational efficiency
by 15% across global supply chains.

• Achieved a 15% reduction in procurement costs through effective supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing
initiatives.
• Led procurement projects for high-volume materials, securing long-term contracts with key suppliers to stabilize
costs and ensure on-time delivery.
• Enhanced supplier performance by implementing a rigorous evaluation system, increasing supplier compliance
with quality standards by 20% .
• Developed and executed a global supply chain optimization project, reducing lead times by 25% and increasing
overall efficiency.
• Acted as a key advisor to senior management on procurement decisions, helping the organization meet corporate
objectives for cost efficiency and quality control.

• Coordinated procurement activities across multiple departments, optimizing vendor relationships and negotiating favorable terms, resulting in a 15% reduction in procurement costs within the first year.
• Implemented streamlined procurement processes, leveraging technology solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy, leading to a 20% increase in on-time delivery of essential supplies.
• Assisted in the development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals, driving sustainable cost savings while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conducted thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential suppliers, enabling proactive decision-making and strategic sourcing initiatives to maintain a competitive edge in the market.

• Successfully negotiated vendor contracts to achieve substantial cost reductions while maintaining quality standards and ensuring timely delivery.
• Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize supplier relationships and enhance procurement efficiency, resulting in significant annual savings.
• Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure procurement performance and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Led cross-functional teams in the implementation of a new procurement software system to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.

• Managed key vendor negotiations, securing long-term contracts that reduced procurement costs by 12% while
maintaining product quality standards.
• Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing supplier relationships and enhancing procurement
efficiency across multiple product categories.
• Developed key performance indicators (KPIs) to track procurement performance and drive continuous
improvement efforts, resulting in a 10% increase in procurement efficiency.
• Played a key role in implementing new procurement software systems, which improved data management,
reporting accuracy, and decision-making processes.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of essential materials, minimizing supply
chain disruptions and enhancing overall business performance.

Department. Reporting to Grp. Procurement Manager. Key Contributions: -
•Assisting the Group Procurement Manager.
•Developed and managed the organizations purchasing policies, procedures, standards, and strategies in order to ensure procurement process.
•Ensure all purchasing activities support and strengthen the strategic objectives of the overall organization.
•Strong negotiation saved ample money for the organization and developed major purchases.
•Improving supply performance.
•Streamlined department processes of international purchasing and procedures. Purchase requisition turnaround, and number of POs issued.
•L/C Preparation and coordinating with the banks to complete the whole process accomplished.
•Played key role in production to achieve the target of reduced the stoppages of machines.
•Discussing with the suppliers about the technical specifications and finalizing the prices to meet the budgeting and for the cost control department. Worked as a Jr. Procurement Manager in the Supply Chain Department. Reporting to Engineering Dept directors. Responsibilities:
•To perform and manage all activities involved in the purchase of materials from local/overseas sources as per the Company procedures and method. International Food & Consumable Goods Company Limited Factory for Producing Food Stuffs. (IFS) June2008 to Mar2015. (Jeddah, Saudi Arabia)