Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Procurement Professional with 11+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, negotiation, across defense/armoring manufacturing, OEM, and IT sectors. Ensuring timely material availability while optimizing cost, quality, and compliance. Strong in global and OEM sourcing, SAP MM & S4/HANA ERP systems, and value-driven supplier negotiations. CORE COMPETENCIES / SKILLS SAP MM Modules | Global Sourcing | RFQ | RFP | LPO | Logistics Coordination |Procure- to-Pay | Project Delivery | Inventory | Budgeting | Regulatory Compliance | Equipment & Spare Parts Procurement | Vendor Management | Contract Negotiation | Cost Reduction | International Trade & Incoterms | Budgeting & Cost Control | Inventory & Warehouse Management. Certification & Certified 5'S, Kiezen SAP/S4 HANA ISO 9001:2015 IATF16949:2016
Procurement of mechanical & electrical equipment, gaining valuable experience in the sourcing process. Collaborated with technical managers to forecast material requirements and minimize downtime. Managed the end-to-end procurement cycle in SAP S/4HANA, including PR to PO, vendor selection, GRN, and invoice verification. Ensured timely delivery of critical spares through strong coordination with logistics and freight forwarding partners. Conducted supplier evaluations to ensure adherence to quality benchmarks. Lead procurement of equipment for marine/Armored vehicle, Chassi, Engine, waterjet & spare Parts, electrical & mechanical,deck stores, and safety equipment for fleet vessels. Negotiated long-term agreements with suppliers across Europe and Asia. Maintained master data and vendor records in SAP. Supported warehouse inventory checks. Responsible for preparing procurement reports (PO tracker). Collaborated with finance and logistics departments to reconcile invoices and resolve discrepancies. Coordinate with engineering and production teams to ensure timely delivery of materials, minimizing project delay. Dealing with both local and international vendors. Responsible for making for POs for budget form (Repair and service/maintenance) approved by management. Takes immediate action upon receiving complaints from Production & section Manager regarding quality and deliveries schedule. Coordinate with finance department on the due payment to all supplier. Leading the procurement cycle by preparing purchase requests, obtaining a minimum of three quotes from suppliers and engaging in negotiations to secure favorable rates. Responsible for MCR creation request for the new material Inventory check of Distribution Centre and request for PO-STO. Demonstrating meticulous attention to detail in the preparation of bid analyses or Quotation comparison sheet (QCS), obtaining approvals from department heads and issuing LPOs to vendors.
• Created quotations, issued LPOs, and generated/released POs for food-grade blister packaging materials as per production plans. • Prepared monthly procurement and inventory reports while monitoring stock levels and supporting store operations for packaging items. • Coordinated supplier payments with Finance and ensured timely delivery of compliant, food-grade materials through proactive follow-ups. • Updated project managers on order status, resolving concerns and mitigating risks affecting packaging supply timelines. • Maintained consistent availability of blister packaging by managing inventory, securing competitive quotes, and strengthening supplier relationships.
• Identified, evaluated, and onboarded suppliers for automotive components such as sheet-metal parts, machined parts, fasteners, rubber components, and plastic injection-molded parts. • Conducted supplier audits covering quality systems, production capability, process control, and compliance with automotive standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001). • Negotiated pricing, delivery terms, and long-term agreements to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality and reliability. • Developed and maintained supplier performance metrics (OTD, PPM, cost variance, NCR trends). • Reviewed engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications to ensure accurate procurement of auto components. • Performed cost breakdown analysis for raw materials, machining, tooling, and surface treatments (e.g., anodizing, powder coating, plating). • Implemented cost-reduction initiatives through, alternate materials, and optimized supplier selection. • Managed RFQs, technical clarifications, comparative statements, and final purchase order issuance. • Analysed market trends for steel, aluminium, polymers, and automotive-grade materials to forecast procurement budgets • Ensured timely delivery of materials by monitoring production schedules, logistics, and supplier commitments. • Addressed supplier non-conformities through root-cause analysis and corrective action implementation. • Ensured compliance with automotive standards, safety norms, and customer-specific requirements. • Conducted should-cost analysis to benchmark supplier quotations and identify negotiation levers.