OBAID KHOKHAR
House No.* Street No * Chak No **3/s.b, District Sargodha
Cell: 031********, Email:-************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To pursue a professional career in a progressive organization that gives
scopes to
Update my Knowledge and skills. To be a part of team that dynamically works
towards the growth of the organization. I have enthusiasm and dedication
that drive me to attain
Challenging position to meet my career objective.
PERSONAL SUMMARY
A proactive, well organized and successful Buyer who has extensive
experience of all aspects of the procurement process. Obaid has broad
buying skills across multiple categories and experience of buying goods
from around the world. In his present role he is responsible for the
selection, purchase and delivery of merchandise from numerous suppliers. He
is able to work at speed, making calculated, on the spot decisions, and in
the past has worked in the Building and Constructions, Food, FMCG and
Retail sectors. Possessing knowledge of buying initiatives, prices, He can
develop & enhance any procurement process and ultimately maximize profits.
Right now he would like to work for a company that is looking for a
talented buyer to compliment their existing team.
Responsible for enhancing company profits by acquiring suitable goods at a
competitive price through sensible planning and careful purchasing.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name : Obaid Khokhar
Father Name : Javed Khokhar
Date of Birth : 04-Mar-1977
Martial Status : Marred
Nationality : Pakistani
Religion : Christian
N.I.C No. : 904060-169316-5
Driving License : ITP- 00214248
WORK EXPERIENCEORK
Working with B.L.Harbert International.L.L.C. In Islamabad Pakistan
Building of new US Embassy Compound as a Purchaser since 13-july-2009 till
dec-2013.
Duties & Responsibilities:
. Visits the area of responsibility in the local markets on daily basis.
. Maintains high level of integrity, fairness and confidentiality in
dealing with the suppliers/vendors so as not to be lured into
collusion, malpractices and unfair deals leading to dishonesty.
. Explores new suppliers and vendors to ensure that BLHI gets the best
value for money at competitive prices and best available quality.
. Assists Manager Procurement in supplier/vendor's evaluation and keep a
track.
. Response, performance and adherence to the delivery schedule.
. Implements and ensures good business relations with suppliers/vendors
to secure favorable business terms for BLHI.
. Have a close Interfaces with relevant departments in BLHI and arranges
for the timely supply of required materials.
. Liaises effectively with vendors/suppliers/clearing agents/ Warehouse
/ Logistics' Sections for timely execution of deliveries.
. Alerts and/or reports any inaccuracies, deviations, delays or serious
concerns to Manager Procurement, immediately on occurrence.
. Follows up the delivery of goods and material till such time these are
delivered to the Warehouse.
. During the time available from the market update Local Requisition
Log.
. Keeps the End-user informed on shipment/delivery of the desired goods/
material/services
. Submits a daily, weekly and a monthly Purchase Report to Manager
Procurement.
. Performs any other duty/task as assigned by the higher
authorities/superiors
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Professional
Developing value added supplier relationships and practices.
. Strong negotiating skills.
. Able to cope with the demands of a fast paced and changing business.
. Ability to identify trends.
. Promoting professional behavior in all staff.
. Confident in managing junior staff.
. Good practical knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages including
Excel, Work and Power Point.
Personal
. Willing to take personal responsibility for making things happen.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Increasing Margins
Stock Control
Managing Suppliers
Tenders
Product Development
Work with Al Taamir Contractor and General Order Suppliers as a Purchaser
from 08/05/2007 to 16/11/2008.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsible for enhancing company profits by acquiring suitable goods at a
competitive price through sensible planning and careful purchasing.
Duties;
. Sourcing from foreign markets, such as China, India & Europe.
. Testing product samples.
. Developing the procurement strategy.
. Negotiating commercial contract arrangements with suppliers.
. Negotiating prices, quantities and delivery time-scales.
. Sourcing suppliers by various means.
. Selecting a range of products to sell in retail outlets.
. Writing reports about predicted future sales.
. Ensuring that products are delivered on time.
. Calculating the impact of any purchases on company sales and gross
margin.
. Searching the market for opportunistic purchases.
. Taking into account customer demand, price, quality and availability
before making a decision.
. Buying from designers and brand owners all over the world.
. Looking out for price fluctuations in the market place.
. Creating, viewing and analyzing statistical data.
. Analyzing consumer buying patterns and predicting future trends.
. Writing up accurate buying reports.
. Reacting to any changes in customer demand.
. Developing effective working relationships with our suppliers.
. Developing new supplier relationships.
. Travelling to meeting with suppliers.
. Reviewing pricing and promotional strategies.
Work with Munich used cars and spare parts LLC, as a Workshop Supervisor
from 03/10/2003 till 30/11/2006.
Work with Al Shahoof Rent a Car in Dubai UAE as a Rental Agent and
Transport In-charge from 25/09/2001 to 16/08/2003.
Work with Al Madina Painting works in Dubai UAE as a Labor Supervisor and
Transport In-charge from 07/07/1998 to 06/07/2001.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
* B.A Punjab University Lahore
* F.A BISE Rawalpindi
* Matric BISE Rawalpindi
LANGUAGES
English
Urdu
Punjabi