Muhammad Saeed Awan

• Managed an IT Procurement portfolio exceeding USD 100M, identifying sourcing opportunities, optimizing supplier contracts, and delivering cost savings through strategic procurement initiatives.
• Led and developed a team of four procurement professionals, implementing KPI-driven performance management that improved operational efficiency by 25% within six months.
• Strengthened supplier relationship management (SRM) and supply planning processes, reducing lead times by up to 6 days while maintaining quality, service, and contractual compliance.
• Implemented a digital vendor onboarding and procurement workflow platform, improving
governance, compliance, audit readiness, and procurement cycle efficiency.
• Handled regulatory and import compliance requirements including SABER, OEM, CITC, PCOC,
NRRC, and MOI, reducing approval lead times by 30% and ensuring compliance with Saudi regulations.
• Coordinated OEM approvals and SABER registrations for imported products, supporting seamless customs clearance, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery across the Kingdom.

• Controlled the Biscuits & Cakes indirect sourcing portfolio valued at USD 25M+, delivering cost reductions of USD 0.5M while ensuring full compliance with corporate governance and purchasing policies.
• Developed a centralized Point-of-Sale materials catalog, increasing product visibility by 40% across three business units and streamlining ordering activities.
• Mentored and launched a team of three buyers, enhanced spend visibility through dashboard
improvements and supporting effective oversight of a USD 25M+ budget.
• Evaluated supplier performance and risk exposure, collaborating with legal and compliance stakeholders to ensure alignment with local regulations and international standards.

• Governed the Skin Care packaging category with an annual spend of USD 29.6M, ensuring supply continuity and on-time delivery through strategic supplier partnerships and stakeholder collaboration.
• Generated category savings of USD 0.8M by conducting cost-model analysis, identifying pricing discrepancies, and renegotiating commercial agreements with key suppliers.
• Delivered cost reductions of USD 0.07M and shortened lead times by 30 days through localization of paper and board sourcing while maintaining product quality and service levels.
• Assessed supplier capabilities, evaluated tender submissions, and established a preferred supplier framework to strengthen sourcing effectiveness and procurement governance.

• Processed purchase orders averaging USD 200K per week through SAP, supporting uninterrupted production schedules and material availability across manufacturing operations.
• Streamlined Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) activities through commercial negotiations and process improvements, shortening cycle times by 25% and improving operational responsiveness.
• Partnered with engineering and supplier teams to review technical drawings and specifications, ensuring accurate product execution and successful qualification.
• Built a reliable supply base aligned with Responsible Sourcing Practices (RSP), maintaining adherence to corporate policies, regulatory obligations, and global quality requirements.