Supply Chain Procurement Specialist
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I am a dynamic Procurement Specialist with over 5 years of extensive experience in
supply chain management and procurement operations, currently seeking a role as a Purchasing Assistant. My background includes initiating and managing purchase orders, ensuring punctual delivery, and fostering strong supplier relationships to mitigate risks. I possess a strong understanding of supplier development and evaluation, and I am proficient in MS Office and ERP systems. Known for my reliability and ability to work effectively in a team, I leverage analytical thinking and attention to detail to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency. I am committed to driving cost savings and optimizing procurement strategies through effective negotiation and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Employment History
• Managed procurement activities for direct and indirect materials, including the initiation and management of purchase orders
• Ensured timely material availability by proactively addressing potential out-of-stock risks
• Communicated effectively with suppliers to secure materials and maintained accurate order data in ERP systems
• Actively involved in supplier evaluation and development to enhance supplier relationships
Purchasing Planner / Operational Buyer Logistics, Hays Professional Solutions GmbH For BMW Group
S E P T EMBER 2 0 2 3 — J ULY 2 0 2 4
• Created delivery schedules and ensured all-time parts availability while controlling parts consumption to minimize obsolete costs
• Maintained master data in SAP and negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers to increase procurement savings
• Coordinated with vendors and customers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods, demonstrating reliability and strong organizational skills Category Operations Specialist, Deutsche Bank AG
OCTOBER 2 0 2 2 — MARCH 2 0 2 3
• Served as the central point of contact for Category Management in Operations, ensuring that category strategies were effectively translated into operations
• Assisted in operational activities related to strategic procurement, including contract enablement and selecting appropriate purchasing channels
• Leveraged analytical thinking and attention to detail to enhance operational efficiency
Office Operations Manager, ABB E-mobility GmbH (Formerly PANION) J UNE 2 0 2 2 — S E P T EMBER 2 0 2 2
• Oversaw full-scope office management duties, including procurement support and invoicing
• Developed and implemented office policies that improved productivity and streamlined operations
Details
Romy-Schneider-Straße 11a
13599, Berlin
Germany
********@*******.***
DATE / P L ACE OF B I RTH
1985-10-03
Karachi, Pakistan
Skills
Sociability
Reliability
MS Office
Supplier Evaluation
Supplier Development
Languages
English
German
Hindi / Urdu
Links
Akber Ali Sayani
PROCUREMENT S P ECIALIST
Procurement Specialist, Robert Half
OCTOBER 2 0 2 4 — F E BRUARY 2 0 2 5
• Coordinated events and managed HR support during onboarding processes, showcasing strong interpersonal communication skills Office Manager & Project Management Assistant, Zertificon Solutions GmbH
OCTOBER 2 0 2 1 — JANUARY 2 0 2 2
• Handled purchasing and invoice management while supporting financial accounting
• Maintained and structured both digital and physical filing systems, contributing to continuous improvement of work processes
• Acted as the central contact person for inquiries, demonstrating strong relationship-building skills
Education
Bachelors of Commerce, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan JANUARY 2 0 0 5 — DECEMBER 2 0 0 7
Post Graduate Diploma in Banking & Finance, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan
JANUARY 2 0 0 9 — JANUARY 2 0 1 0
MBA in Finance, Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari Institute of Technology, Karachi, Pakistan
J UNE 2 0 1 0 — MAY 2 0 1 3
MSc (Core Modules) Global Business, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, United Kingdom
S E P T EMBER 2 0 1 3 — F E BRUARY 2 0 1 6
IMBA in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, University of Applied Sciences Bremen, Bremen, Germany
F E BRUARY 2 0 1 4 — APRIL 2 0 1 7
Courses
Project101x: Introduction to Project Management, AdelaideX, University of Adelaide through edX
Further Training in Integrated Business Processes with SAP ERP & S/4 HANA, actifyX GmbH
APRIL 2 0 2 3 — AUGUST 2 0 2 3
Internships
Intern, The Hong Kong & Shanghai Banking Corporation, Karachi, Pakistan J ULY 2 0 0 7 — S E P T EMBER 2 0 0 7
KPMG Taseer Hadi & Co., Karachi, Pakistan
JANUARY 2 0 0 6 — MARCH 2 0 0 6
Extra-curricular activities
Ambassador and Participant, Leap Summit, Zagreb, Croatia 2 0 1 6 — 2 0 1 8
• Selected as an ambassador for "LEAP Summit 2018" a 3-day conference, which gathers more than 2,000 change makers from more than 30 countries who are leaders in their respective communities.
• Awarded an event ticket and accommodation by ‘Heysuccess.com’ to attend
“Leap Summit 2016” held in Zagreb, Croatia from the 5th to 8th of May 2016 and also attended “Leap Summit 2017” from 11th to 13th of May, 2017 in Zagreb. LEAP Summit brings people worldwide to one place to learn together and to solve the most pressing challenges of our time.
Volunteer and delegate, Brain Bar Budapest, Budapest, Hungary J UNE 2 0 1 7 — J UNE 2 0 1 7
• Volunteered and took part as a delegate at “Brain Bar Budapest” the biggest European festival on the future held on 1st to 3rd June 2017 in Budapest, Hungary.
Participant at 19th World Business Dialogue 2016, OFW, Cologne, Germany
2 0 1 6 — 2 0 1 6
• Selected as a participant to attend the “19th World Business Dialogue 2016” in Cologne organized by “OFW” from a selective pool of over 800 international applicants as one of 300 international Delegates.
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