Salman
Supply Chain & Procurement Professional with 10+ Years of experience.
Dubai
Summary of Career
1. Developed and executed operational strategies that aligned with corporate objectives, contributing to 20% increase in revenues. Implemented Supply chain optimization strategies that resulted in 15% reduction in operational & holding costs.
2. Establish strategic partnerships with key suppliers, resulting in improved delivery times reduced costs. Managed international logistics operations, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and optimizing freight costs.
3. Negotiated favorable terms with vendors & suppliers, achieving 3+ Mn Pkr savings annually. Led the implementation of updated ERP Modules. Improved the supply chain operational efficiency.
4. Implemented warehouse inventory management system (WIMS) that reduced errors. Ensuring adequate stock levels despite Shipments delays due to Covid
5. Mentored supply chain team members, resulting in improved performance and morale. Built a collaborative supply chain team that successfully executed strategic initiatives.
6. Spearheaded the Supply chain functions of the Company. Responsible for Strategic sourcing, Material Management planning, Inventory controls, warehouse operations, logistic operation management.
7. Responsible for managing and overseeing day to day operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives to execute strategic operational plans to enhance efficiency and profitability. Responsible to initiate process improvement strategies to streamline operations and reduce costs.
8. Established and maintained relationship with key suppliers, negotiated contracts, and managed supplier performance to ensure high quality and timely deliveries. Oversaw the drafting, negotiations and management of procurement contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
9. Monitored supplier performance and ensure compliance with company standards and requirements. Responsible to process purchase orders and preparing weekly supply chain department reports. • Coordinated with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and ensure timely processing of PO’s.
10. Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and asses their portfolio. Prepare purchase orders & verify indents for material, supplies and equipment received from other dpts. Analyzed procurement data and reports to identify cost-savings opportunities and improve efficiency. Collaborated with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and provide necessary support.
Experience as Sr. Manager Business Operations
TradeFlix Inc
01 July 2020
30 June 2024
Reporting to Director Operations, I am tasked with responsibility for managing and optimizing company-wide operational functions to drive efficiency, streamline processes, and strategic objectives.
• Responsible for managing and overseeing day to day operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and
objectives to execute strategic operational plans to enhance efficiency and profitability.
• Responsible to initiate process improvement strategies to streamline operations and reduce costs.
• Supervision of supply chain management, logistics and inventory control.
• Lead and mentor a diverse team of 15 staff members, fostering a high-performance culture.
Experience as Head Of Supply Chain & Procurement
FAST Cables ltd.
01 May 2019
15 June 2020
Reporting to CFO, I was Responsible for supply chain department and managing company procurement process exceeding 300+ Mn Pkr.
Managing 04 Departments with more than 20 Staff
• Developed and implemented comprehensive supply chain strategies to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations.
• Spearheaded the Supply chain functions of the Company. Responsible for Strategic sourcing, Material Management
planning, Inventory controls, warehouse operations, logistic operation management.
• Responsible for all Negotiations with suppliers & Vendors. Established indispensable relationship with suppliers.
• Managed a team of 20 Procurement/warehouse/ logistic Executives, directly reporting to me.
• Involved in installation of new projects. Played a vital role in Successful installation of PVC Plant, CCV Line and erection
of 48,000 sq.ft PEB structure for new production facility.
• Involved in finance department. Responsible for ensuring on time payments to suppliers & Potential vendors.
Experience as Manager Procurement
FAST Cables ltd.
05 September 2017
30 April 2019
Reporting to Head of Supply chain, I was responsible for Centralized procurement of different departments (Production, Marketing, Admin & HR)
• Established and maintained relationship with key suppliers, negotiated contracts, and managed supplier performance
to ensure high quality and timely deliveries.
• Oversaw the drafting, negotiations and management of procurement contracts, ensuring compliance with company
policies and regulations.
• Achieved 15 % reduction in procurement costs through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Improved supplier on time delivery performance from 70% to 85% by implementing rigorous supplier management
practices.
Experience as Deputy Manager Supply Chain & Procurement
Daewoo Pakistan Express Bus Service
01 February 2011
15 August 2017
Reporting to the Manager SCM & Procurement, I was responsible for procurement of (100+ Mn Pkr), Managing all direct & Indirect procurement.
• Monitored supplier performance and ensure compliance with company standards and requirements.
• Responsible to process purchase orders and preparing weekly supply chain department reports.
• Coordinated with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and ensure timely processing PO’s.
• Developed a strong liaison between purchase, warehouse & logistics teams for smooth operations.
• Assisted in development and implementation of procurement strategies to ensure cost effective purchasing.
• Monitored and managed inventory level with warehouse staff to ensure optimal stock level and avoid stockouts.
• Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and asses their portfolio.
• Prepare purchase orders & verify indents for material, supplies and equipment received from other dpts.
• Analyzed procurement data and reports to identify cost-savings opportunities and improve efficiency.
• Collaborated with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and provide necessary support.
Matric 31 May 2007
CommerceMaster 30 October 2010
MBA (CGPA-3.19)Certified Supply Chain Manager