PERSONAL SUMMARY

A hardworking, pro-active procurement and logistics officer with an upbeat and positive attitude, who is looking for an opportunity to make a big difference in a business that is moving forward. Possessing a track record of achievements and a proven ability to manage the vendor / supplier base to reduce lead time and cost where ever possible. Results driven and able to use initiative to develop effective solutions to supply chain problems, whilst having an active and dynamic approach to work and getting things done efficiently.

OBJECTIVE

Looking for a challenging and rewarding position as a procurement and

logistics officer with an exciting and ambitious company that offers genuine room for progression.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

ØNegotiating

ØProject management

ØTechnical understanding

ØSupplier relationship management

ØContract management

ØSupply chain

ØMaterial Supply solutions

ØEstimating

ØVendor identification

ØEnd to end logistic planning

SUMMARY OF ACHIEVEMENTS

Eleven years of experience as a procurement and logistics officer in automobiles/construction and ground engineering

(a) Automobiles OEM, aftermarket parts and accessories of ATV, UTV, Motorhomes (RV’s)

(b) Heavy Commercial Vehicles

(c) Spare parts of Piling and construction Equipment, oil, diesel, steel, concrete, electrical, project consumables, HSE requirements etc.

Expertise in local market sourcing by developing credit vendors according to the requirements

Two years in interior, exterior designing, fabrication of exhibition stands, furnitures, and MEP works

Versatile and specialized in importing products at best prices according to the budget from USA, UK, Taiwan, Thailand, China and other overseas markets requiring strong supplier relationships.

Four years of experience in customs clearance {e -clearance Mirsal II}, End to end logistics planning and coordination

Increased sales whilst managing all aspects of building retail / merchandising, sales administration etc.

Familiar with all aspects of the consumer electronics market with particular emphasis on buying, marketing and e-commerce.

Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and negotiate concisely and articulately at all levels.

Adept in developing and implementing excellent customer services, long term growth and cost reduction strategies while focusing on improvements that maximize pay-off and bottom-line results.

WORK EXPERIENCE

PURCHASE AND LOGISTICS IN CHARGE

AL DHAFRA PILING & CONTRACTING CO. - ABU DHABI, U.A.E

January 2016 to March 2018

Duties:

Process purchase requisitions / orders within purchasing authority.

Invite, assess, and recommend supplier tenders, bids, quotations, and proposals.

Establish and negotiate contract terms and conditions, and maintain supplier relationships.

Assist in the development of specifications for equipment, materials, and services to be purchased.

Forecasted manpower requirements based on daily workload and company targets.

Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations.

Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports and price lists.

Work with internal and external stakeholders to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements.

Administer contract performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages and insurance.

Reconcile or resolve value discrepancies.

Comply with and maintain knowledge of applicable rules, legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices.

Address staffing resource needs and supervise purchasing clerks.

Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and management.

PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS OFFICER

DIRT BIKES CENTER L.L.C - DUBAI, U.A.E

September 2013 to September 2015

Duties:

Negotiation, controlling purchase orders and supplies for all production materials.

Benchmarking performance of the Supply Chain.

Establishing terms, budgeting, pricing, quality requirements, delivery, and contracts.

Administering the online purchasing systems.

Reviewing all contracts/agreements to achieve ‘best price/best quality’ purchase.

Preparing & processing requisitions, purchase orders & invoices for purchases.

Researched and updated all required materials needed for firm and partners.

Guiding senior management on all purchasing issues to aid business planning & development.

Maintaining records of supplier contracts, agreements, goods ordered received.

Managing vendor relationships and building effective supply chain partnerships.

Supervised the activities of buyers warehousing environment.

Maintained accurate stock records and schedules.

Controlled stock, minimized losses, damages and incomplete orders.

Supervised material flow, storage and global order fulfillment.

Enforced the on-time shipment of products to create exceptional customer experiences.

Redirected shipments en route in response to customer requests.

Day-to-day management of the trading outlet, general problem solving, profitability.

Supported Chief Operating Officer with daily operational functions.

Accountable for Key Accounts and actively involved in maintaining and coordinating a high level of customer care.

PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS OFFICER

PATSON MIDDLE EAST FZ L.L.C - DUBAI, U.A.E

January 2012 to September 2013

Duties:

Responsible for organizing and maintaining a central facility for the purchase of all goods with end to end logistics planning, services and contracts on a best price / best quality basis.

Ensuring the smooth supply of material, consumables and equipment to the company.

Helping clients design their living space, consulting with interior designers, working with clients and suppliers in selecting all interior and exterior decors including flooring, electrical, hardware, wood, ceiling material, glass partitions etc.

Developing media ad campaigns, participating with team in developing design ideas, and performing client sales and service.

Responsible for direct client sales, organizing promotional events and merchandizing.

Conducted staff training and evaluation.

Ensure that deadlines, budgets and objectives are achieved.

Saved the company’s money by negotiating better deals with suppliers.

Negotiated pricing of annual purchases.

Maintaining supplier contracts, agreements, goods quality assessment.

PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS OFFICER

DIRT BIKES CENTER L.L.C - Dubai, U.A.E

August 2006 to November 2011

Duties:

ØOverseeing the supply chain & logistics management and managing the complete end to end procurement processes.

ØAccountable for ensuring 100% on time in full delivery from suppliers.

ØMonitoring suppliers' efficiency to achieve best possible delivery performance.

ØSupporting company operations with an uninterrupted flow of materials and to help keep a minimum inventory.

ØDrive business development by processing inventory purchases as well as managing customer accounts.

ØProviding multiple access points to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) networks, resulting in a greater security of supply and a reduction in cost of ownership for clients.

ØCoordinating work of the Shipping Agents and Customs Brokers to guarantee on-time delivery.

ØManaging and updating documents including stock, material control, logistic and accounting documentation, and supply reports to maintain operations within budget.

EDUCATION

B.COM

University of Madras - Chennai, Tamil Nadu

OTHER SKILLS

ØCredentials also include hand on skill knowledge on the latest windows applications including MS office

Word/Excel/PowerPoint

ØQuickBooks accounting Edition

ØE-Promis ERP Solutions

ØERP Tally, Peachtree and Internet Access Outlook.

ØBilingual in English, Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam and Bengali languages.

ØFluent in spoken Arabic.

ØSpecialized in customs clearance.Mirsal II.

ØEnd to end logistics solution

ØValid UAE Driving License.

References

Available upon request

I hereby certify that above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and abilities.

Your’s sincerely,

Syed Ahmed

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