Experience

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  Gulf advanced lighting llc

  Jan 1996 - Feb 2002

  Purchase officer

  A lamp manufacturing company - CFL, GLS manufacturing Demand & supply planning of raw materials by reviewing stock positions, on orders &supply lead-times. Collecting sales projection/production plans & forecasting with historical demand, using JD Edwards. Handling PO/order management, delivery schedules, coordination & imports of shipments. Issuing long term PO for commonly used raw materials to secure price & adequate supply sources (Philips/Osram). Collaborate with production team & setting-up Safety Stock, Min/Max/ROL & ROQ/EOQ & develop final agreed raw materials demand & supply plan for 6 months & defining reasons for stock-outs. Incorporate WIP/finished goods BOM into forecasting system to ensure non-stop production of plant. Exploring new sources for better price, quality & alternative suppliers from GCC, European, North/South American & Asian / Far East Markets. Rewarded w/ incentives on cost savings. Achieved lowest possible cost for material, balanced against optimum quality. Preparing LC applications, coordinate with Finance & ensure prompt suppliers’ payments. Show less

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  Gulfparts distribution fzco

  Mar 2002 - Nov 2006

  Product executive (procurement)

  A newly established parts distribution house, dealing with agricultural machinery, diesel engines &heavy construction equipment; holding dealership of world class brands like John Deere, Massey Fergusson, Volvo Penta, major OEM parts manufacturers. Responsible for Inventory, Procurement, Orders, Sourcing OEM& new high quality automotive replacement parts (Mahle/Bosch) & 3PL warehouse operations (GAC).Planning regular orders for stock, for on-hand customer orders, initial stock orders for new machines sold by parent company to cater to the whole MENA region.Replenishment of stock periodically by reviewing sales turnover, by collecting details of machine population list, recommended parts list from sales/service/manufacturer and plan & consolidate orders & generate purchase orders in the system & obtain appropriate approvals. Order placement with supplier’s e-commerce portal, generating OA & back ordered parts reports. Issuance of purchase orders to suppliers located at different locations globally, correspondence for order acknowledgement & delivery times; coordinating with freight agents & expedition of shipments.Create new article masters, supplier masters with accurate data for relevant fields/variables in the system & maintenance. Pareto analysis (80/20): review of fast moving, slow moving & non-moving parts & ABC categorization.Managing & coordination of warehouse transactions, inbound & outbound shipments with 3rd party logistics provider (GAC). Negotiate & secure most competitive price & terms on long term agreements with suppliers & freight forwarders, appropriate mode of shipments, Incoterms (EXW/FOB/CFR/CIF/DDU..), payment terms & payment instruments for all import orders; ensure shipping documents as per JAFZ/Dubai customs requirements. Support sales team on using online parts catalogues and identifying OEM / aftermarket replacement parts & filters cross references to manufacturer part numbers.Assist in budgets & continual improvement strategy. Show less

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  Al-futtaim auto & machinery co. llc. (famco)

  Dec 2006 - Jun 2011

  Inventory controller

  One of the leading business houses in Dubai, engaged in the business of providing distribution and after sales parts & service support to diverse range of industries and commercial undertakings covering transportation, construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, warehousing & marine sectors; represents world brand leaders. Responsible for inventory control, stock replenishment, order mgmt., supplier’s relationship, price list assessment, costing, pricing & updates in SAP ERP System.Key Achievements:- Parts availability 95.1%- Stock Turn 4.56 - AIR:SEA Ratio 20:80Managed the parts inventory through sales forecasting, order planning, order placement, follow-up & chasing for regular & back ordered parts supplies from the suppliers & organising logistics from suppliers to warehouse. My duties includes:Demand planning, forecasting, inventory control & management of Multi-stores Automotive parts with high volumeReviewing stock levels, sales history, liaise with sales on seasonal/ erratic changes in demand implementing forecasting mechanism, roll out stock orders & ensure optimum stock availability. Communicating with sales & service team to understand their needs & ensure consumables & planned service parts are on the shelves & reports on back order statuses to all.Ensuring quality control, specification conformity, volume assessment. validating receipts & aligning deliveries with FinanceConducting periodic stock check, stock reconciliation, disposal of aged/dead stock, after exploring the possibilities of ‘Parts Return’, initiate plans to liquidate & scraping. Automate Daily Reports printing, set-up & change parameters/categories of SKUs, create demand planning queries in SYNCRON & SAP systemsPerformance Monitoring: Reports on Stock Turn, Availability, AIR/SEA ratio & cost of imports.Supervising annual physical inventory, compilation, discrepancy analysis & stock adjustments.Record keeping for ISO auditing (ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 14001:2004). Show less

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  Lamprell energy limited

  Dec 2012 - Jan 2014

  Procurement coordinator

  A leading provider of diversified engineering and contracting services to the onshore and offshore oil & gas and renewable energy industries. My duties includes: Preparing, maintain & update Procurement Plan according to project engineering requisitions & bulk MTOs in line with project schedules for timely achievement of various projects milestones. Ensuring all materials & services required are sourced & procured in a timely, safe & cost effective manner in accordance with appropriate policies, procedures & processes. Acquiring and evaluating supplier quotations; consolidating purchases for best negotiated price. Participating in the end-to-end tender/bid review and selection process, evaluate offers and quotations from potential suppliers, analysis of information/technical scope received & finalizing best choice in collaboration with Procurement Manager, Engineering & Construction teams. Establishing service level agreements (SLAs) with suppliers to guarantee the most advantageous balance of quality, cost & payment terms are achieved for all goods & service orders. Monitoring & tracking deliveries, ensuring ‘Required On Site’ dates are met, organizing weekly EPC materials procurement meeting with client (Leighton Offshore). Ensuring appropriate financial authority approval is strictly adhered to. Ensuring QHSSE/PPE safety regulations, practices and procedures are strictly followed. Show less

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  Jaidah motors & trading co

  Feb 2014 - Jun 2015

  Assistant manager - parts operation

  Jaidah Group, catering with up-to-date products, parts & service solutions covering transportation, construction machinery & materials handling equipment.Key Achievements:- Stock Turn: 2.06- Parts Availability: 87%- Sales Targets 14% above targetOverseeing parts department, retail/service sales counters & wholesale customers/sub-dealers with product portfolios of construction equipment, LCVs/HCVs, cranes & breakers Managing a team of inventory & logistics executives, warehouse operatives & sales consultantsTracking customer’s inquiries, follow-up quotes, streamlining order flows to system for quick delivery, review & analysis of ‘lost sales’, take appropriate actionsVisiting customers frequently, ensuring repeat orders, dealing with dissatisfied customers & complaints to achieve improved sales revenues, market share & increased CSI scoresWorking w/ workshop manager to ensure timely turnaround of parts needed for service jobsImplementing Forecasting System, Critical Parts Reporting & Daily VOR/EO OrdersManaging the inventory, establishing bi-weekly replenishment to maintain optimum stock to meet the business needs & improve financial performancesNegotiate freight quotes for various sectors, modes, price terms, LCL/FCL, selection & authorisation of forwarders with best freight ratesTraining & development of team with focused hands on leadership skills; developed the department from scratch to organised, systematic, time-bound & energetic work-force. Applied lean six sigma process improvement projects & continuous improvement strategies.Collaborating with internal/external stakeholders & building strong relationship.Assisting Parts Manager in new business proposals & initiating correspondence to expedite business plans, implementation of ad-hoc sales plans & business diversification.Assisting in annual budget preparation, managing the spend, tracking expenses & setting KPIs.Reporting weekly & monthly basis to communicate performance statuses. Show less

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  Raj & raj automobiles

  Jan 2016 - Dec 2017

  Parts manager

  Implementing sustainable guidelines, procedures and policies for this dealer company. My duties includes:Strategic Planning & Business Development; Planning & implementation of sales & operating procedures, policies & guidelines. Managing the operation (units & parts).Overseeing new deliveries, parts & service supports, coordination with principal manufacturer on order deliveries, claims & service warranties. Developing marketing plans, new sub-dealers for parts & accessories to maximise the sales revenues.Product development which includes services, complementary parts, consumables kits & discounts to promote brand and gain market share. Monitor manufacturer promotional activities, follow-through marketing strategies; distributing leaf-lets & brochures.Working with MD in preparing annual sales business plan, budget (manpower/finance), action strategies& controlling measures to effectively achieve the net sales/net profit margins. Show less

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  Fresa technologies

  Dec 2017 - now

  Regional sales manager
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  Ecospan construction company

  Jul 2019 - now

  General manager