Mohammad Shahid Ali

Procurement officer l STRIET GROUP

Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

About

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

Experience

  • Procurement Officer at STREIT Group- Armored Vehicles Manufacturer Since 1992
    Nov 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 9 mos

    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.

  • Purshase officer at Sunchit interprises
    Sep 2018 - Oct 2021 · 3 yrs 2 mos

    • 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.

  • Purchaser at VEEGEE INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISES PVT LTD - India
    Jun 2014 - Aug 2018 · 4 yrs 3 mos

    • 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.