AAZAM PIPRAWALA Cert. SCM (ITC)
** ** ***** ******, *****, MIAMI FL 33169 U.S.A.
PHONE: 1-347-***-****/1-845-***-****/1-631-***-****~ EMAIL: ************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE: Seeking a challenging and responsible position within Supply Chain Management while I pursue APICS Certification in the field which will allow me to bring further value to your organization. I bring with me experience within Finance, Procurement, Logistics and Warehouse Management.
RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Pride Products Corporation- Buyer-Domestic(May 2017-Present)
Ministry of Local Government : Penal/Debe Regional Corporation-Alderman (Nov2013-Oct2016) Subordinates-350
The Cepep Company Limited (Pulic Sector)-Purchasing Coordinator (Sep 2012-Sep 2016) Subordinates-5/20/25
Ministry Of Community Development: Community Development Fund - Board Member (Dec 2010– Mar 2016)
(Portfolio was held whilst otherwise employed) Subordinates-12
Chief Brand Products - Purchasing / Logistics supervisor, Vehicle fleet manager & Maintenance garage manager
(Dec 2010- Mar 2011) Subordinates-7
S.M. Jaleel & Company Ltd (Multinational) - Purchasing Officer (Raw Mat.)(Apr 2007-Dec 2008)
SKILLS DEVELOPED:
Supply Chain Management/Procurement/Purchasing/Logistics
Monitoring new, existing and upcoming products, Closeout opportunities and general market activity.
Track record of 18-25% savings in annual expenditure as a result of prudent SCM
Strategic research on material/unit composition, market price/ value and supplier market share before negotiation
Superior time management skills, able to do Data entry, multi-task and give attention to detail
Analyzes purchase and all available history to set and maintain Optimum Stock Levels.
Prepare on Excel Spreadsheets-Purchasing projections/ Product forecasting /Assist in planning production schedules (local and foreign)
Research and Monitor for closeout opportunities with manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers.
Negotiation, Procurement and Contract management of all business support goods and services in accordance with company policy.
Issuing RFP/RFQ
Complete Supplier/ Tender evaluation process
Updating internal monitoring systems via daily stock reconciliation and Excel Spreadsheets
Issuing of purchase orders
Creating (CARICOM)Invoices
Shipment tracking & Weather monitoring (Online, TT Met Office, Office of Disaster Preparedness)
Reconciling prices on invoices
Conducting test runs/quality assurance on new raw materials
Work with IT team in developing specs and procurement of IT equipment
Scheduling and dispatching of company drivers/ vehicles
Ensure export containers are prepared on a timely manner
Managing the provision of general office support functions
Health and safety - procure in compliance with the OSH Act and safety policies as guided by internal OSH/Safety dept.
Maintain, build and monitor contact base of suppliers
Maintaining a record of all contracts currently engaged in (supplier, cost, expiry, payment completion, etc.)
Manage Logistics for company deliveries and B.O. Director’s travels
Timely delivery of monthly activity reports from dept. heads in respect of all company activities (health and safety, security, head office compliance, annual audit compliance checklist etc.) to Corp. Secretary to be presented to B.O.D.
Briefing notes for Managing Director, General Manager and Finance Manager prior to meeting with stakeholders
Provide support to the H.R. manager in reconciling staffing matters under my remit e.g. maintenance of employee files, leave days, overtime worked
Can work well in any organization (MATRIX etc.)
Finance
Managing the budget related to business support activities including CAPEX, information technology, lease arrangements, etc
Assist F.M. in preparing the annual budgets and forecasting company expenditure.
Preparing monthly purchasing reports and finance allocation needed for upcoming three month period and reporting on significant discrepancies
Ensuring all Invoices pass through proper approval protocols before being paid
Managing Petty Cash and Cheques issued for clients, payment of bills etc.
Verification and updating the office Fixed Asset Register, including notification to F.M. of acquisitions and disposals of assets, and appropriate numbering of such assets
General accounting functions: A/c payables and a/c receivables
Auditing internal and external transactions
Services of a credit officer
Extraction of monthly receipt and payment control
ERP /Computer Proficiency
Microsoft Office 2000, 2003, 2007 & 2010
EPOS (Electronic Point Of Sale)
CUMME (Credit Union Manager Millennium Edition)
MACOLA
Microsoft Dynamics AX & GP
SAGE 100
EDUCATION:
University of the West Indies - Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business Apr- Dec 2016
International Certificate in Supply Chain Management done in collaboration with The International Trade Centre (ITC) of Geneva, Switzerland, a joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations w/ emphasis on.
Understanding the Corporate Environments
Specifying Requirement s and Planning Supply
Analyzing Supply Markets
Developing Supply Strategies
Analyzing and short Listing Suppliers
Obtaining and Selecting Offers
University of the West Indies - The Diplomatic Academy of the Caribbean Jan 2015
Certificate of Training - The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Business, Politics & Culture in partnership with
The Trinidad Saudi Chamber Of Commerce.
Omardeens School Of Accounting 2005-2006
Certified Accounting Technician: PAPER 2 - Information for Management Control
Darul Uloom Boys Institute of Trinidad And Tobago Ltd– CXC- O’ Levels (High School Diploma) May 1997- Jul 2004
Mathematics
English A
Social Studies
Principles of Business
Principles of Accounts
Islamic Theology
REFERENCES:
Mr. Abdel Mohammed-Purchasing Manager, Caribbean Bottlers (Trinidad & Tobago) Limited
Churchill Roosevelt Hwy Tunapuna Trinidad and Tobago Cell: 1-868-***-**** Other: 1-868-***-****
Email: *********@*****.***
Mr. Rajesh Rajkumarsingh -Director /Company Secretary, Agostini’s Limited 18 Victoria Avenue, P.O. Box 191, Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies Cell: 1-868-***-**** Other: 1-868-***-**** Email: **************@****************.***
Mr. Shakeer Baig-Chief Meteorologist – Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service.
Rawinsonde Building, South Terminal, Piarco International Airport, Piarco, Trinidad. Cell: 1-868-***-****
Other: 1-868-***-****/3964 Email: ********@*******.***
Additional references can be provided upon request