Acting Supplier Relations and Contracts Manager
Zahid Group
Total years of experience :12 years, 5 Months
Designation Chronology:
January 2023 - September 2023: Acting Supplier Relations and Contracts Manager
October 2022 - December 2022: Procurement and Contracts Specialist, Zahid Tractor & Heavy Machinery Co. Ltd.
Accomplishments as Acting Supplier Relations and Contracts Manager (January 2023 - September 2023):
• Instrumental in establishing the action plan for the whole procurement and contracts department, optimizing every aspect of the contracting lifecycle process. Known for executing best-in-class, innovative, contract management and negotiation capabilities.
• Hand-selected to lead complex procurement and contracting projects and initiatives. And development of best practice contract management process.
• Authored best practices Contract Management Practices & guidelines.
• Functioning as Company Ambassador, for external stakeholders during Contractual correspondence.
• Established KPIs for the team, ensured achievement of procurement objectives and goals through effective leadership, setting up individual objectives for team members and managing their performance.
Responsibilities as Acting Supplier Relations and Contracts Manager (January 2023 - September 2023):
• Spearheading end-to-end contract management right from identifying preferred suppliers, negotiating favorable contract terms, finalizing deals/signing contracts to uploading contracts on SAP and monitoring for expiry /renewals.
• Negotiating and identifying innovative solutions that support procurement optimization, improved quality, delivery, pricing and lead times, in line with Corporate and departmental policies, procedures and quality standards.
• Nurturing good relationships and negotiating favorable deals, payment terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Identifying new suppliers and implementation, monitoring supplier performance and applying modifications.
• Establishing Procurement & Contracts Department (PCD) work instructions and policies according to the latest standards towards ISO20400 and highlighting relevant inputs following company policies and procedures.
Accomplishments as Procurement and Contracts Specialist, Zahid Tractor & Heavy Machinery Co. Ltd.: (October 2022 - December 2022):
• Provided leadership in establishing and implementing world-class procurement best practices against significant annual spending.
• Successfully developed Project Procurement Execution Plan, established standard processes for material sourcing, cost reduction planning and supplier management. As well as stated clearly the responsibilities of the vendor and contracts team, end user, procurement officer, GP DMT and PCD supplier accountant.
• Drafted the monthly vendor and contract reports to let the management know the monthly progress.
• Shared statistical supplier reviews and registration dashboard to all served Zahid internal companies.
Responsibilities as Procurement and Contracts Specialist, Zahid Tractor & Heavy Machinery Co. Ltd. (October 2022 - September 2023):
• Commanded the procurement & contracts activities to ensure materials were delivered as per the Project requirements within time, cost, and quality constraints.
• Delivered high-quality standards in PCD. Conducted contract reviews considering professional and legal points, and negotiations with suppliers, evaluated suppliers, and generated reports as requested by the Manager.
• Led negotiation meetings with suppliers on commercial/contractual clarifications and the Terms and conditions of the P.O/ Contract. Reviewed suppliers against contracted obligations/service levels and business expectations, feedback to them on performance, sought continuous improvement and developed new capabilities per business needs.
A seasoned engineering and management professional with 13+ years of rich experience in delivering superior results by establishing and implementing strategic procurement, sourcing, contracting, logistics, business development and relationship management programs that optimize the value from the supply chain for reputable organizations in Saudi Arabia.
Owning international credentials - MBA, PMP and CPCM.
Proven track record of significantly contributing to company cost optimization and improvement programs.
Extensive expertise in multiple business verticals including aviation, pharmaceuticals, hospitality, engineering and services in the domains of supply chain management, sourcing and procurement, warehousing and distribution, inventory management, vendor development and management.
Recognized as a strong and innovative leader and agent of change with significant accomplishments to credit, including robust saving, establishing policies, SOP, and KPIs for the Procurement and Contracts department.
Accomplishments:
• Identified, analyzed and resolved several problems/issues related to the SAP (WMS) ensuring quality across all stages.
• Enhanced efficiency and productivity of the warehouse by developing new business workflows and SOPs.
• Played a key role in the installation and configuration of the SAP WMS leading to improved workflow.
• Implemented processes based on FIFO/FEFO principles for efficient storage of pharmaceutical products and earned appreciation from the management.
• Chaired daily supply chain meetings to ensure warehouse operations contributed to the achievement of production goals and shipping dates.
Responsibilities:
• Managed day-to-day warehouse operations covering receipt, storage and distribution of pharmaceutical products.
• Enforced adherence to safety and security procedures and protocols to safeguard warehouse assets and personnel.
• Evaluated staff performance, identified training needs & provided training to improve efficiency/productivity.
• Administered stock control systems including conducting active cycle counts, stock adjustments and regular stock reviews to ensure inventory accuracy and integrity.
• Managed a secure area for storage of medical products with limited shelf life and deployed effective systems like FIFO/ FEFO to minimize stock obsolescence.
Responsibilities:
• Managed all aspects of supply chain, logistics, procurement and inventory control contributing to smooth operations of the coffee shop chain in KSA.
• Developed and implemented new business workflow to improve business efficiency and productivity.
• Implemented proactive strategies which reduced costs of maintenance and procurement departments by 40% compared to the previous year.
• Managed the installation and configuration of the company’s ERP system to improve overall workflow.
• Dealt with day-to-day management of the lab including business development and operations to deliver predefined goals and targets.
• Supervised testing of various categories of materials using manual and automated equipment adhering to standard operating procedures and quality control standards.
• Implemented business development plans which led to 15% growth in the lab’s revenue.
• Earned appreciation for diligence in quantifying and categorizing all receiving test samples for efficient operations.
• Dealt with business development and sales of the company’s pre-engineered building (PEB) products and solutions in the assigned territory.
• Managed all aspects of business planning, sales operations and customer service to achieve all sales and revenue targets set by the management.
Worked in building construction department preparing layout drawings for HVAC system, fire fighting system and plumbing systems
Worked in engineering department dealing with maintenance planning for mechanical, electrical and instrumentation of sugar refining plant, boilers and steam turbines