With a proven track record of over 22 years, I excel in formulating and executing procurement strategies for goods, services, and works, aligned with organizational goals. My expertise lies in identifying needs, conducting market research, and optimizing cost-effectiveness and quality through sourcing plans to optimize cost-effectiveness and quality. Demonstrated proficiency in implementing category management frameworks to streamline procurement processes and drive efficiency. Expertise in analyzing spend data, identifying savings opportunities, and developing category-specific strategies to achieve optimal outcomes. Managing the entire contract lifecycle, I ensure compliance and accountability through comprehensive SLAs and KPIs.
Well-rounded procurement experience with exposure to both developing and as well risk auditing policies, procedures, and practices as well as successful implementation and execution procurement strategies for various organizations across diverse sectors. Lean & Agile Driver and Digital Innovator removing redundant practices and digitalization of processes resulting in reduction of turn-around time and improved efficiency. Present a skill set that combines procurement experience with business risk and control understanding with drive to increasing handsfree transactions. Ambitiously interested in capitalizing on these experiences for delivering at a senior procurement strategic role in corporate environment.
• Implemented innovative procurement strategies resulting in significant cost savings and process improvements.
• Successfully negotiated multi-million-dollar contracts with key suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Led cross-functional teams in the implementation of procurement best practices, resulting in enhanced efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Developed and implemented category management programs, resulting in improved supplier performance and increased value realization.
Training & Certifications
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Certified Supply Chain Management (CSCP)
Public Procurement Regulatory Authority Procurement Rules
Project Management (LUMS), Total Quality Management & Procurement Management (LUMS)
Power BI/MS Office/SAP/Oracle Fusion/MS Dynamics/Great Plains/IBM Lotus
Publication
Publication Title: Emerging Technology and Future of Supply Chain (Procurement and Logistics Management) in Pakistan. Publication date Mar 19, 2020 publication description Asian Journal of Social Science and Management Technology, http://www.ajssmt.com/Papers/221014.pdf
• High achiever and best performing employee for the year 20-21 & 20-22 in the procurement department.
• Security Operation Centre (SOC) solution for SECP.
• Procurement of services of consulting Firm for Digitalization of Tax System for Federal Board of Revenue “FBR”
• Procurement of IT equipment for Nationwide Payment System ‘Raast’ for the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on a turnkey basis.
• Procurement of consultancy services for digital stack initiatives.
• Procurement of services for pilot Project on Implementation of Cashless Ecosystem Study
Karandaaz Pakistan promotes access to finance for micro, small and medium-sized businesses in Pakistan through a double bottom line investment platform and financial inclusion for individuals by employing technology enabled solutions.
• Overseeing PKR 2.5 billion in procurement.
• Strategic sourcing planning and cost reduction.
• Managing procurement for Digital Financial Services.
• Budget management and cost optimization.
• Collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Market analysis and supplier relationship management.
• E-procurement implementation and policy development/p/div
Local and foreign procurement leadership.
• Procurement and inventory planning.
• Vendor management and contract resolution.
• Comprehensive management reporting.
Achievements
• Best performing employee in procurement (20-21 & 20-22).
• Procurement of IT equipment for Nationwide Payment System ‘Raast’ under World Bank procurement guidelines for the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on a turnkey basis. Savings of USD 200,000 through negotiations.
• Procurement savings of USD 200,000 for Raast project.
• ERP implementation for Karandaaz Pakistan.
• Procurement of major projects for SECP./p/div
Development Alternatives Inc. (DAI) is a global development company that provides a range of services to governments, international organizations, and private sector clients. DAI\\'s services include technical assistance, program management, research and analysis, and monitoring and evaluation. The responsibilities include;
• Contract negotiation and management.
• Bid document preparation and procurement tracking.
• Field office contractual agreements.
• Inventory management and audit.
Engility is a global professional services company that provides a wide range of technical and engineering services to government and commercial customers, The responsibilities include;
• Local procurement leadership.
• Subcontract implementation.
• Market analysis and supply chain management.
• Inventory optimization and procurement strategy.
Leverage the purchasing power by consolidating the business volume of categories across Brands, Corporate Departments at the country level.
Review requisitions, analyze specifications, investigate, analyze supplier capabilities, negotiate and select suppliers.
Understand, track, and forecast the key cost drivers and market factors.
Attain year-on-year saving targets of different corporate initiatives, ensure local adherence to corporate savings methodology./p
Sourced, purchased, and expedited special requested items in the most cost-effective manner./p
Successfully developed project procurement & logistics manual.Successfully improve project operational process, developed supplies database, fleet management process transform through continuous improvement program.Develop, review, improve and implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure timely procurement of goods and services to support the implementation of project activities.Produced comprehensive reports on procurement activities and update all departments.Manages office fleet, man management, & record keeping.Responsible for property accountability, maintenance, utilization and warehouse management.Maintaining an accurate inventory by tagging barcodes and record keeping in SAP.
Oversee day-to-day operations in the project office(s) to support effective and efficient project implementation.
Develop and improve policies, procedures and forms to support office and staff administration.
Responsible for supervising the Contractor’s day-to-day field presence in the areas of operations including the project’s facilities such as office space, equipment and project vehicles, administration, logistics, procurement.
Ensure that all equipment’s are in good working conditions in all sites and at all times.