Procurement Specialist

CV - Tony Yaghi

TONY YAGHI

Doha, Qatar +974-****-**** ****.******@*****.***

A result-oriented Senior Executive with strong global leadership skills and proven track record of innovation, process excellence, best practices and cost savings. Leader in the development and implementation of global organizational design, sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, policies and practices. Experienced in both domestic and international markets related to procurement and construction projects. Extensive emerging market supply chain knowledge and fabricator capabilities. Broad negotiation experience with keen ability to close deals, compel action and/or settle disputes. Core Competencies

• Critical Thinking

• Negotiation

• Procurement

• Talent Management

• Global & Emerging Market Sourcing &

Contracting

• Project Management

• Compliance Process Optimization

• Budgeting & Scheduling

• Strategy Development & Execution

• Legal and Regulatory Compliance

CORE ACHIEVEMENTS

Delivered Successfully executed contracts related to construction and procurement of materials for the US Air Force and Army bases in Qatar, Kuwait and Kyrgyzstan and FMM “Facilities Management and Maintenance” Ferrovial/HIA Qatar.

Achieved and maintained a yearly turnover of over 10 million USD at GLS during the last 16 years.

CAREER HISTORY

Procurement Manager

Global Logistics and Services (GLS), Doha Qatar March 2003 - February 2020 Drove increases in revenue and margin while delivering on quality, price, process and efficiency. Managed company's procurement and strategic sourcing with over $40 million in spend. Negotiated with suppliers, built and led teams and ensured consolidation and leverage of purchases throughout the company.

• Helped merchandising team lower costs by introducing new international suppliers, eliminating third party involvement and lowering cost by more than 35%.

• Maintain strong vendor relationships, achieved cost savings, and negotiated contracts.

• Identified and quickly resolved logistical complications and supply chain shortages.

• Mediated between vendors, markets, and the accounts payable manager to quickly resolve incorrect invoicing.

• Negotiated various supply and service agreements, delivering balanced commercial terms & conditions and favorable payment terms.

• Coordinated shipment of key account orders ensuring full compliance with vendor requirements and timely delivery to such customers as US Air Force Contracting Office ( AUAB ), FMM ( Facilities Management And Maintenance ) Hamad International Airport.

• Cradle to grave supply chain for the purchase of materials, equipment and services for Commercial and Government programs in accordance with prime contracts. Knowledge of FAR/DFAR Regulations.

• Works with business partners to ensure purchasing and procurement optimization by generating cost savings and anticipating issues.

CV - Tony Yaghi

Division Procurement Manager

Venture Gulf Group, Doha-Qatar Feb 2002 – Feb 2003 Managing all US Air Force and Army request for quotation on day-to day basis, sourcing potential manufacturers and suppliers available in the local and international markets, perform quotations comparison sheets focusing on price-quality-delivery time. Established a strong name on the market through excellent performance by delivering and executing contracts that were mission-critical requirements.

• Successfully delivered and executed supplies contracts for over 10 USD million in 1 year.

• Delivered excellent customer service by establishing strong relationships with the US Air Force and Army regional contracting office to achieve business objectives. Ready Mix Concrete Plant Manager

Marco Trading and Contracting, Doha-Qatar June 2000 – Jan 2002 Supervise the operation of the plant to meet the demands of the diverse market in the country and perform business development activities to increase the clients’ portfolio and maximize revenue generation.

Sales Manager

WaterTech S.A.L., Beirut-Lebanon Feb 1995 – May 2000 Sales Executive

Watermaster, Beirut-Lebanon May 1992 – Jan 1995

LANGUAGES

Arabic - Mother Tongue

English - Fluent

French- Fluent

EDUCATION

1973 - 1988 College Des Peres Antonins – Baabda Lebanon. High School Diploma

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