Dr Suhail Mohammad Ansari

Commercial / Procurement Manager handling end-to-end strategic sourcing and supply chain operations for Aluminium & Copper Scrap, UBC Cans, Copper Wires, Cables and Steel products for clients across KSA and GCC markets.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead procurement and sourcing for industrial clients in KSA, UAE & Oman with focus on cost optimization and timely delivery
- Built and manage a network of 50+ vendors across India and Middle East, achieving 12% reduction in procurement costs
- Handle import-export documentation, Letter of Credit (LC), contracts and customs clearance for metal consignments from China to GCC
- Implement Lean Six Sigma AI Yellow Belt methodologies to optimize procurement cycle time and eliminate process waste
- Coordinate with logistics, finance and quality teams to ensure compliance with international trade standards
- Use SAP ERP for purchase orders, spend analysis and vendor performance tracking

Achievements:
- Reduced procurement costs by 12% through strategic vendor negotiations
- Improved operational efficiency by 15% using process improvement and AI tools
- Successfully executed import of metal consignments from China to UAE & Oman for GCC buyers

Managed end-to-end procurement and supply chain operations for Potato Flakes manufacturing unit, covering both domestic and export markets.
- Handled raw material sourcing, inventory management and vendor negotiations for local and international suppliers
- Managed export documentation, logistics and compliance for international shipments of finished goods
- Implemented cost control measures resulting in 8% reduction in production costs
- Coordinated with production, QC and logistics teams for timely material availability and on-time dispatch
- Oversaw local distribution network and ensured smooth supply to pan-India clients

Managed commercial operations and procurement activities for an export-oriented leather manufacturing company.
- Handled end-to-end sourcing of raw materials and vendor coordination for leather goods production
- Processed export documentation, packing lists and shipping coordination for international buyers
- Coordinated with production, logistics and finance teams to ensure timely order fulfillment and client satisfaction
- Supported quality control and compliance for export consignments to Middle East and European markets
- Managed inventory control and reduced material wastage by 7% through process improvements

Completed summer internship project on "Working Capital Management" at Mercedes-Benz Dealership.
- Analyzed procurement, inventory and cash flow processes to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Gained exposure to global automotive manufacturing standards, quality control, and commercial operations
- Supported finance and operations teams in data analysis and reporting using ERP systems
- Recognized for analytical approach, punctuality, and quick learning during the internship