Slim Loghmari

Actively involved in operations to ensure delivery of clients project
deadlines and expectations. Projects value ranging from $1 M to $50M. I
support both new initiatives and established businesses, and help facilitate
contracts as early as the Bankable Feasibility Study (BFS) phase. The
main focus is to reduce maverick spending and streamline procurement
processes, covering everything from supplier identification and contract
negotiation to placing orders and ensuring timely delivery-enabling clients
to concentrate on their core activities while we handle the supply chain
activities.
Have successfully accomplished onboarding of major clients and securing of
key long term contracts (exceeding $1 ml), a success achieved through the
continuous support and hard work of the team.

• Promote core products of hydraulics, lubrication, hoses and fittings and
fire suppression as well as building an international procurement arm of
HGS
• Managed, coordinated, and developed the sales offices and technicians in
Mali, Burkina Faso, Ghana, and Ivory Coast
• Based on the ground in Africa to liaise more closely with engineers and
end users on our Asset Protection Services which include on- site 24/7
workshops, maintenance and repair contracts relating to their fixed and
mobile plants across industries of mining, oil and gas and infrastructure
• Experience in leadership within local and international sourcing to
driving mines to cut down on costs and managing their spend according
to Opex and Capex budgets
• Negotiating best pricing and lead times with our suppliers to respond within
time sensitive procurement involving relationships with local buyers on
site to help identify areas of improvement and productivity.

• Mining sales have increased from £250, 000 per year to £8.4 million which
has led to the creation of the mining division as a separate entity, split
from Oil and Gas
• Led a team of 10 and responsible for all human resource functions
within my department, sales, procurement, and supply chain
• Built a strong client portfolio over the years which have enabled me to tap
into opportunities within the international arena
• Traveled to site to visit clients including Centamin in Egypt, NordGold in
Guinea and Burkina Faso, Endeavour in Mali and Ghana, Sheritt in
Madagascar, Tizir and Terranga Gold in Senegal and First Quantum and
Kinros in Mauritania
• Negotiated best rates coupled with the introduction of streamlined
processes has resulted in the acquisition of numerous large tenders
some of which include power plant spares worth £2million, PPE
contract valued at £750K and Steel piping amounting to £6million
Ensured that procurement contributes to the profitability and EBITDA
(Earnings before Interest, Tax, Depreciation) objectives by reducing
clients stock & improving consignment.

• Rainbo has established a strong presence in the Oil and Gas industry, but it
has encountered challenges in expanding its reach into the mining sector
• Entrusted with the mission of cultivating this aspect of the business,
drawing upon my wealth of experience
• Primary objectives revolved around augmenting sales volumes,
nurturing new client relationships, and securing long-term contracts by
conducting comprehensive research and networking endeavors, both
domestically and internationally
• Identified fresh leads and stay informed about emerging markets
• Leveraged customer-centered approach to maintain prosperous
relationships with our existing client base, which includes esteemed
companies such as BP, ENI, Aramco, Anadarko, Shell, Sasol, and
Halliburton
• Transfered knowledge and expertise into the Oil and Gas industry,
expanding my network, skills, and overall proficiencies
• As a Business Development professional, my collaboration with the
procurement team emerged as the driving force behind timely project
deliveries, guiding the buyers to the most suitable sources of supply.

• headed a team of expeditors, my responsibilities revolved around
managing the back-end operations of our business
• Established communication channels with global suppliers, freight
forwarders, and HMRC to facilitate seamless order transactions within
our system
• Supervised the invoicing process and guaranteeing the achievement of
monthly target figures
• Delivering weekly reports to clients
• Liaised with warehouse on stock orders movement
• Prepared pre-alerts & advising clients of the readiness of their goods
• Created delivery notes, invoices, collection sheet, products packing slip
and pictures for export purposes
• Initiated and executed performance reviews for warehouse and logistics staff
• Month-end reporting on supply functions.

• Accountable for the procurement function by developing and implementing
sourcing strategies, negotiating payment terms on high-value tenders,
oversee warehouse inventory and stock movement, streamline supplier
channels as well as contract / account management
• Procured products from OEMs and global distributors, shortlist best offers
and then engage with the supplier to mitigate risks and agree terms of
purchasing
• Our procurement process allowed mining operations to reduce spend on
numerous product categories
• Supported the purchasing team to provide the best cost solution to the
procurement Manager and ultimately the best lead time so the end-user
can execute their projects on time.

• The primary duties encompassed acknowledging RFQs, inputting requests
into the system, distributing requests for quotes to numerous OEMs and
suppliers, generating quotes & proposals, and submitting them when the
optimal price and lead time are achieved.
• My role requires strong attention to details and the ability to identify a
variety of products. Its also imperative to respond to the customers
queries in a timely manner for products clarification and delivery schedule.