Supply Chain & Procurement Leader (23+ Years)
Resume:
JALAL ABDUL-NOUR
Doha, Qatar +974-******** ********@*******.***
Dear Mr./Ms.,
I am a seasoned Supply Chain and Procurement professional with over 23 years of experience across: Cement manufacturing (full-process plants),
EPC projects,
Water treatment and desalination,
Marine, offshore, onshore,
Shipbuilding sectors.
I have successfully led operations in Qatar, KSA, GCC, and Canada, managing complex, high-value projects in diverse industrial environments.
My core expertise spans the full procurement and supply chain lifecycle—including purchasing, contracting, logistics, warehousing, and expediting. I’ve developed and executed procurement strategies that deliver cost savings, improve efficiency, and ensure timely project delivery without compromising quality. I bring a strong record of building supplier networks, optimizing operations, and leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. With a strategic mindset and hands-on leadership, I aim to drive continuous improvement and contribute to your organization’s success. Please find my CV attached. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my background aligns with your needs.
Sincerely,
Jalal Abdul-Nour
JALAL ABDUL-NOUR
Doha, Qatar +974-******** ********@*******.*** An accomplished engineer and strategist with the remarkable success of 20+ years in support of streamlining supply chain activities, improving overall business, and deploying robust procurement strategies, with emphasis on growth, efficiency improvement & cost saving. Proficient in managing the whole spectrum of Supply Chain operations including procurement, warehousing operations, vendor relations and sourcing. Supply Chain Champion: Handling end-to-end supply chain management, overseeing everything from strategic planning, operational excellence, warehouse management, inventory replenishment, associated logistics as well as the achievement of key supply chain KPIs.
Wealth of experience entails - Proven track record in business transformation, process re-engineering, expert contract negotiations & delivering significant improvements in supply chain management reliability, demand/supply planning process and related systems, etc.
Effective communicator, aggressive negotiator; hard-working and loyal employee and judicious decision-maker. My goal is to begin a new career with an aggressive growth company to contribute accrued skills towards achievement of unparalleled and sustainable business growth.
Known for leadership in the management of purchasing activities, budgets and risks, supply chain, projects, strategic planning, contract management and the resolution of complex issues, relations with vendors and other stakeholders.
• Procurement Strategies, Supplier/Vendor Management, Negotiations Expert, Material Management.
• Budget Development, Competitive Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Cost Optimization.
• Customer Relations, Inventory Control/Planning, Price Negotiations, Procurement Strategies, Planning & Forecasting.
• Quality Management, Strategic Buying, Supplier Consolidation, Supply Chain Management, Vendor Management.
• RFP / RFQ / RFI, Competitive Bidding, Replenishment Ordering, Expediting, Purchase Orders, Delegation.
• P&L Management, Team Management/ Leadership, Communication & Interpersonal Skills. Head of Purchasing, Warehouse & Logistics Sept 2022 - Present Qatar Shipyard Technology solutions (Ras Lafan - Qatar) Ship Repair, Conversion and Construction of Offshore & Onshore Structures Highlights
This role encompasses the operational leadership and management of all staff responsible for Purchasing, Warehouse, Logistics, Expediting within the Procurement & Supply Chain. It is a key leadership role which recognizes the importance of this key function to Qatar Shipyard Technology solutions on time delivery of goods and materials by road, sea, and air, and is responsible for all day-to-day operational management, policy compliance & improvement and professional management of the Purchasing, Logistics & the Expediting Team. The incumbent is the Qatar Shipyard Technology solutions point of contact responsible to co-ordinate with Nakilat for the delivery standard of centralized Logistics services. The role demands high level communication skills to influence internal stakeholders across all projects as well as key external parties including vendors, freight, and logistics providers. The success of this role will be measured in goods and materials delivery performance across all relevant projects. The role is a key link between the Purchasing function, expediting function, the Warehouse and Project teams and is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with key suppliers, Freight
& Logistics providers on a global, regional, and local scale for tendering, negotiations, contracting, legal consideration, closure, management of risk, as well as management of critical success factors such as security of supply and delivery performance.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
SKILLS
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and mentor the Purchasing, Warehouse, Expediting & Logistics personnel within Procurement & Supply Chain.
• Provide high level support and assistance to all bids and proposals for relevant new build, repair and refurbishment / retrofit projects.
• Manage and oversee all Freight and Logistics providers required for all the relevant projects and their associated activities on time and budget.
• Report progress on all Freight & Logistics pertaining to EPC projects to the Manager Procurement and to the Project team.
• Manage and operate the current SAP system relevant to the whole Logistics function.
• Manage Strategic purchasing and Tenders as per Qatar Shipyard Technology solutions Policy and Procedure.
• Conduct negotiations with suppliers across the whole spectrum of local, regional, and global providers, to deliver most economically sound outcomes with lowest risk and highest return for the organization.
• Manage the analysis of all offers and commercial arrangements and recommend the most appropriate outcomes.
• Provide advice and facilitation for the timely delivery of goods from suppliers (e.g. steel mills) to the Project. Procurement Engineers within the Procurement & Supply Chain team.
• Follow all compliance and auditing requirements for the conduct of ethical and transparent operations including compliance to all Qatar Shipyard Technology solutions Policies and guidelines.
• Manage and monitor the Expediting of all orders from time of order placement to delivery on site according to Required- on-Site dates embodied within the Project Schedule.
• Develops the procedures related to Strategic Purchasing and Logistics functions. Key Result Areas
• Purchasing activities associated with Corporate and Business functions are conducted in a fair and transparent manner for all parties involved and in full compliance with the policies and procedures of the organization.
• Improving the way the purchases and inventories are managed in terms of value which accrues to the Organization.
• Minimizes the commercial risks during the contract management process and procurement phase. Supply Chain Manager (Procurement, Logistics & Warehouse) 2017 - 2022 Al Khalij Cement Company (Doha - Qatar)
Cement Factory (Qatari Investors Group)- 12000 T of Clinker Production per day (2 FLS production Lines: 6000 Tons each Highlights
• Handpicked to conclude several key procurement activities and effectively leading the entire gamut of activities related to procurement and Warehouse departments including procurement, logistics, warehouse, shipping & clearance, contracts, tenders and all activities.
• Served as a key member of the Supply Chain, Tenders & Disposal Committees.
• Resourceful Procurement Professional achieved proven track results by developing and implementing strategic procurement, tender and contract administration initiatives and continuously improving business processes of Procurement and Warehouse departments.
• Effectively & efficiently managed the entire logistics functions through comprehensive studies on existing supply- chains and logistics and re-engineered logistics to substantially reduce overhead costs.
• Promoted the use of effective methodologies for optimization of warehouse floor area in view of various operational criteria and stock accuracy level
• Successful track record delivering significant savings through Procurement transformation.
• Owned the vision is to establish a globally and professionally aligned Procurement function and set up systems that ensure optimal utilization of resources (manpower). Key Responsibilities
• Developing and implementing procurement processes and negotiating terms for Raw Material contracts (Bauxite, Laterite, Gypsum, Washed Sand, Shale, GBFS, GGBFS, Fly Ash, Micro Silica, Iron Ore, Clinker, etc).
• Efficiently sourcing/selecting local & international suppliers/vendors based on cost competitiveness, quality, on- time delivery, past performance, and service/responsiveness.
• Building a robust supplier network; making tactical negotiations while demanding economies to minimize costs for required contracts, while ensuring all organizational standards are followed.
• Ensuring the day-to-day operations of the business runs smoothly by ascertaining all products, materials & services are sourced at the right price from the right source at the right specification and in the right quantity.
• Supervising the operational activities of warehouse operations, storage area allocation, control & reconciliation.
• Streamlining procurement processes, performing technical & commercial evaluations, supervising contract administration activities and awarding meritocratic contracts from the solicitation of quality-driven bids and proposals.
• Contributing to massive price reductions through effective negotiations in finalizing prices, delivery dates, terms of payments, etc.
• Automating processes and maintaining fully computerized control & record System for the process of the department operations and activities.
• Maintaining effective communication and correspondence with the suppliers for prices negotiations, order processing and all logistics-related issues.
• Led transformation of the organization to a strategic procurement model by establishing formalized processes and tools to drive diligent sourcing and supplier management decisions and create and transact easily and efficiently against the contracts.
Procurement Manager 2014 - 2017
Suido Kiko Middle East (Jeddah - Saudi Arabia)
Water & Waste Water Treatment Specialists Company RO & STP (engineering, procurement, and construction - EPC). Highlights
• Provided leadership, direction and oversight for procurement, logistics, warehouse, contracts, and tenders. Key Responsibilities
• Introduced best practice sourcing methods, policies and processes for procuring construction material and electromechanical equipment from local and foreign suppliers whilst ensuring all items are expedited as per agreed schedules with best price and superior quality.
• Assessed the most profitable vendor/supplier (local & international) & secured the most advantageous terms of the contract with the most competitive market prices, delivery times and desired quality through comparative analysis.
• Offered functional and operational management support, lead vendor negotiations till final deal closure in favor of the company and submitted periodic reports to the management for review.
• . Establish strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best value for the common products & services and manage the centralized sourcing activities.
• Tailored the contractual instruments for various types of centralized procurement (service contracts, long-term contracts, bulk order contracts, etc.) consistent with company business objectives & provision of materials on site.
• Estimated and forecasted required for each project and evaluated suppliers based on cost competitiveness, quality, on-time delivery, and service/responsiveness to mobilize productive material on time to all worksites in the branch or at the project site.
• Ascertained appropriate stock levels, maintained accurate procurement records for centralized purchases including pricing, specifications, quality, and other important data.
• Analyzed critical scenarios and established standardized processes for efficient troubleshooting while striking a yield-oriented balance for the organization and the suppliers.
• Enabled seamless customs clearance of items purchased from foreign markets. Proficiently attained all possible supply chain synergies, propelled achievement of financial goals with cost benefits. Other Professional Experiences
• 2012 – 2014: Procurement Planning Specialist, Yanbu cement company, (Yanbu – Saudi Arabia)
• 2007 - 2012: Procurement Specialist, Yanbu cement company (Yanbu - Saudi Arabia)
• 2003 - 2007: Electronic Engineer, Yanbu cement company (Yanbu - Saudi Arabia)
• 2001 – 2003: Product Engineer, Primax Technologies in., (Montreal - Canada)
• 1999 – 2001: Technical Support, Nortel Networks, Montreal (Quebec - Canada)
• 1998 – 1999: Telecom Engineer, Mitec telecom inc., (Pointe Claire - Canada) BSc Electrical Engineering UQTR University (Canada) 1993 - 1998 Courses in Industrial Engineering UQTR University (Canada) 1997 - 1998 TS Electronics, Beirut (Lebanon) 1989 – 1992
Professional Development
• CSCP: Supply chain Management
• CCCM: Commercial contracts Management
• FM: Facility Management,
• PMP: Project Management Professional
• IMS: Integrated Management System
• OHSAS 18001: 2007
• ISO 14001:2015
• ISO 9001; 2015
• ISO Internal Auditor
• IMS Internal Auditor
• API for Class G Cement
Professional Development
• SAP system
• Oracle system
• ERP system
• GP system
• Wings system
• Microsoft Office,
• Excel,
• Word,
• Access,
• PowerPoint
• Nationality: Lebanese, Canadian
• Marital Status: Married
• Driving License: Qatar, Lebanon
• Languages: English, Arabic & French
• Hobbies: Walking, Swimming, And Cycling
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