SENIOR LOGISTICS AND PURCHASE OFFICER
(OPERATION DEPT.) AL GURG FOSROC
مجموع سنوات الخبرة :14 years, 10 أشهر
• Led and supervised a team of dedicated logistics and purchase representatives.
• Purchased for the region focused on the Bituminous systems- Liquid applied membrane, Torch applied membrane, Self-adhesive membrane, Spray applied membrane, Loose laid membranes applied membranes, water stops, Concrete repair injection systems, Polyvinyl chloride systems, Grouts, anchors, admixture raw materials.
• Drafted and negotiated contracts with vendors, resulting in a 15% cost reduction.
• Conducted thorough cost-benefit analyses for procurement decisions, saving for the company over Aed 1.3M+ annually. Part of my Responsibility was for maintaining inventory valued at AED14M.
• Monitored delivery performance metrics and implemented strategic sourcing plan to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times.
• Managed group accounts to streamline procurement processes and ensure consistency across departments.
• Developed and tracked key performance indicators to assess procurement performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Implemented performance monitoring systems (Vendor evaluation) to evaluate supplier performance and maintain high service standards.
• Managed the RFS process, including vendor selection and contract negotiation, to meet project requirements effectively.
• Ensured timely and cost-effective service delivery through effective vendor management and performance evaluation.
• Implemented inventory control measures, reducing excess stock levels by 15% and improving cash flow.
• Identifying and formulating plans for slow-moving Obsolete inventory reduction and liquidation.
• Inventory planning for over 500+ SKUs to achieve OTIF. Responsible for favorable Purchase price variance, source development, inventory strategy.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize warehouse layouts, resulting in a 30% increase in storage capacity.
(Lost job due to COVID situations)
• I got the opportunity to work with the Groupement Isarene partners and Sonatrach for the Logistics process project in Algeria of US$1 billion.
• Booked, Planned, and smooth delivery of Sea shipments for both AIN TSILA and TINR HERT PROJECTS.
• Lead a team of logistics professionals in streamlining supply chain processes, resulting in a 20% reduction in lead times.
• Developed strategic partnerships with key vendors (Freight forwarders -JAS, Agility, Fennec, Kerry, KGL, Hetco, Digital, Aramex, DNVGL), negotiating favourable contracts that saved the company 50, 000USD.
• Utilized data analytics to identify inefficiencies in transportation routes, leading to a 10% reduction in shipping costs.
• Implemented risk management protocols to mitigate supply chain disruptions and ensure continuity of operations during crises.
• Established performance metrics and KPIs to monitor logistics operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Managed international logistics operations, ensuring compliance with customs regulations, and minimizing delays.
• Achieved a 95% accuracy rate in invoice reconciliation, resulting in a reduction of billing discrepancies.
• Managed invoice reconciliation process for outbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and timely payment to vendors amounts $ 20 million.
(CONTRACT POSITION)
• Process Customer Purchase Orders using the ISCALA ERP system and provide information to Customers and the Sales Team while ensuring product prices are aligned with the ECOLAB (the global leader in water, hygiene, and energy technologies and services) Price List.
• Consistently processed an average of 50 customer orders per day with a 99% accuracy rate.
• Maintained price alignment for 500-600number of products, resulting in improved pricing accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborated with credit team to resolve 10-15 number of credit or delivery holds per week, reducing order processing time by 30%.
• Achieved on-time delivery for 94% of orders by closely coordinating with planners to meet requested delivery dates.
• Reviewed 10-20number of Letters of Credit monthly, ensuring 100% compliance with company procedures. Increased on-time delivery rate by 90% through implementation of improved logistics processes.
• Performed daily monitoring of 40-50 open purchase orders and 40-50open sales orders, proactively addressing any potential delays.
• Consistently met or exceeded customer service KPIs, achieving a satisfaction rating of 95%.
• Managed invoicing for 40-50 number of drop shipments monthly, ensuring timely processing and payment.
• Achieved a 100% on-time invoicing rate, leading to improved cash flow and customer satisfaction.
• Maintained 100% compliance with company policies and procedures, as verified through internal audits.
• Handled Sea freight shipments for polymers (Plastic Raw Material) and chemicals business out of
USA/MIDDLE EAST and EUROPE to INDIA sub-continent mainly BANGLADESH from suppliers mainly EXXON
MOBIL, ARAMCO, RELIANCE.
• Order Management (Using ERP GLOBAL TRADE - Oracle)
• Proactive management of the entire Letter of Credit process with banks and
• Customers - ensuring optimization of cash flow and decrease of financial risk for the entire order cycle.
• Managed cross-trade shipments of projects.
• Stock reserving for container shipments - Coordination with sales and operations ensuring timely stock
availability.
• Shipping documentation - Planning with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and transport companies for
necessary transport documents.
• Export L/C documentation - All documents as required in the L/C Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
• Supplier / Customer / Bank Liaison
• Well-versed in Inco terms 2010, UCP 600, and Export LC Documentation.
Project: DOW SADARA PROJECT
• Coordinated logistics for a major project, ensuring timely mobilization of materials and equipment.
• Prepared export clearing documents and managed shipping documentation.
Correspondence with local & overseas agents, price quotes, and follow-up shipments both inbound &
outbound (airfreight & sea freight).
• Perform market and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities and create new accounts through
indoor sales.
• Experience in making shipping documents for FCL, and LCL.
• Experience in product presales (E-mail campaigns, Presentations, Cold Calling)
• Coordinate with shipping/transportation contractor to arrange timely transportation of materials and timely
import/export/transit/dispatch of the material.
• Preparation of export bank documents which include Certification of Origin, PSIC, Form 9, insurance,
commercial invoice, Bill of leading, packing list, draft, and covering letter.
• To increase the shareholder value and maximize profit by improving the operational efficiencies and maximum utilization of the available resources.
• Supervised production processes and coordinated with sales to maximize operational efficiencies.
ON GOING/PURSUING
Engineering