MOHAMED MAHER
Mobile: +20.1005164344, Daytime No.: +20.1005833340, Evening No.: +20.222758155
SENIOR LEVEL ASSIGNMENTS
~ Purchasing and Global Sourcing ~ Supply Chain Management ~
Head Sourcing / Procurement / SCM function as a Profit Centre and improve profitability of an organization.
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CAREER SUMMATION
? Progressive and performance driven Global Purchasing and Supply Chain professional with over 21 years of international expertise in developing and executing successful strategic sourcing initiatives and achieving consistent cost reduction. Skills in:
- Supply Chain Management - Strategic Sourcing - Purchase & Procurement
- Budgeting / Costing - Vendor Development - Inventory Control
- Project Management - Export / Import Protocols - Foreign Supplies
- Techno- Commercial Proposals - Negotiations / Costing - Supplier Selection / Development
- Global Sourcing - Contract Logistics - Resource Optimisation
- Process Improvement - Supplier Quality Management - Operational Excellence
- Statutory/ Regulatory Compliance - Team Management
? Exemplary & accelerated career growth with a proven track record in continuous cost reduction, establishing start-up operations and large scale project / capital equipment / domestic & Imports purchases.
? Deftness in managing the entire gamut of Materials Management activities including budgeting, cost control, monitoring inventory levels, stock management, liaison with vendors (domestic and foreign) for timely procurement of material from cost-effective sources.
? Significant experience in Supply Chain Management including Materials Procurement, Contracts, Global Sourcing, Commercial, Logistics, Inventory Control, Vendor Development & Evaluation.
? Focussed on cohesive procurement strategy for aggressive material cost reduction, supplier base optimisation and improved supplier performance.
? A keen planner, strategist & implementer with demonstrated abilities in developing and establishing a cost effective supply base for timely procurement of material.
? Abilities in harmoniously managing Global Procurement Operations involving Supplier Identification, Evaluation & Selection, Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Development and Procurement.
? Adroit in strategically negotiating with vendors for ordered items, improving service delivery and seamless distribution, thereby achieving cost savings for the organisation.
? supervising & controlling overall logistics processes & services at vendors end & providing valuable suggestions for efficiency enhancement.
? Adept in maintaining a strong communication chain between the different divisions in order to receive inquiries about status of materials, requisition, dispatch information and delivery status.
? An enterprising leader with dexterity in leading personnel towards accomplishment of common goals.
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CORE COMPETENCIES
Purchase / Inventory Management
? Formulating procurement plans and budgets, developing globally spread supply source for timely procurement of both indigenous and imported items as per the requirement.
? Formulating procurement plans and budgets for timely procurement of materials, capital equipment and services to ensure smooth execution of projects.
? Managing purchase activities; conducting joint study with various end users for technical evaluation of various suppliers and developing various negotiation strategies for discussion with suppliers.
Contract Management
? Handling Pre RFQ functions, understanding RFQ terms & conditions (Single/Multi/Rate Contract), drawing & material understanding, supplier negotiation and preparation of quotation & negotiation with customers.
? Participating in all techno-commercial discussions with contractor’s purchasing personnel in negotiations and bid discussions concerning procurement matters.
Vendor Development, Evaluation & Management
? Identifying & developing partnership with vendor / supplier base (Domestic & E-sourcing) for cost effective of best products at required time.
? Consistently evaluating & assessing performance of vendors based on various criterions such as quality improvement rate, delivery time, percentage of rejections, acceptance of terms & conditions of purchase/contract, etc.
? Consistently evaluating vendor performance to ensure adherence to predefined specifications and supply of quality material / execution of job works.
? Developing local vendors for import substitution thereby achieving substantial savings in cost.
Logistics Operations
? Coordinating for shipment of imported items with various agencies viz. Freight forwarder & Shipping Agents.
? Finalizing freight rates with road transportation contracts as well as freight forwarding contracts for bulk & charter parties consignments also for inbound-outbound freight finalization locally.
People Management
? Directing, leading and motivating workforce; imparting continuous on job training for accomplishing greater operational effectiveness/ efficiency.
? Resolving interpersonal issues & working towards a harmonious work environment.
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CAREER SCAN
Since Dec’ 07- till Now: Ideal Standard International MENA, ( Egypt & UAE) Group Procurement Manager
Role:
? Fore fronted complete array of supply chain operations for the entire group; provided active support to all functional areas like Local Supplies Division, Foreign Supplies Division and Import Relations Department; in sync with best practices and legislative framework.
? Devising purchasing strategy at Global level for short & long term efficiency and strategize solutions in terms of International Procurement, SOB and negotiations at Global Scale & defining localization priority
? Liaising with business units across the group to chalk out resource requirements.
? Developing long / short term plans like localization, multiple / single source and undertaking strategic initiatives to achieve business objectives.
? Scrutinizing bids and selecting suppliers/ vendors that offer favorable pricing and best in class quality; awarding contracts while determining SLA’s that are in the best interest of the Group.
? Maintaining a continuous flow of resources for all plant operations; demanding economies of scale to minimize costs with no impact on quality.
? Integrating local and global procurement strategies to ensure uniformity.
? Reviewing and modifying prevalent policies/ procedures to respond to ever changing business requirements.
? Renewing contracts based on suppliers/ vendors past performances.
? Escalating issues pertaining to non-compliance of contracts while resolving any vendor/ supplier query or issues instantly in line with organizational policies and objectives.
? Approving payments to vendors/ suppliers after detailed verifications of payment requests received.
? Supplementing with requisite documents and approvals in line with payment policies & authority matrix.
? Identifying strategies aimed at enhancement of purchasing process and procurement procedures, including SLAs and maintenance contracts to meet operational requirements.
Attainments:
? Significantly contributed in cost reduction through strategic Negotiations and Value Engineering
Aug’ 04 – Dec’ 07: Universal Group, Cairo, Egypt
Central Foreign Purchasing Manager
Role:
? Managed complete supply chain functions encompassing procurement & vendor development, sourcing & inventory management and logistics activities.
? Formulated procurement plans based on emerging procurement best practices and developed globally spread supply source for timely procurement of products.
? Identified requirements, resolved issues like purchase order, drafts errors/ discrepancies & coordinated timely issuing of the POs based on forecasted requirements.
? Formulated and reviewed contractual agreements with the suppliers for efficient prices, timely delivery of goods, favourable credit and purchase/ supply terms.
? Liaised with international logistics to ensure proper scheduling and shipping practices.
? Evaluated purchase documents for accuracy, completeness and conformance to all organizational standards, resolved all issues jointly with accounts payable and suppliers.
o Renewed/ terminated contracts of suppliers in view of past performance.
? Evaluated procurement of materials, equipment and spare parts supplied by vendors; identified damaged goods and claimed losses.
? Submitted data on performance parameters along with proposals to eliminate bottlenecks to upper management.
? Handled import activities like banking, forwarding and custom clearance while ensuring strict conformance to all import protocols levied by the government at all times.
Jan’ 03 – Aug’ 04: United Industries, Cairo, Egypt
Deputy Foreign Purchasing Manager
Role:
? Spearheaded entire gamut of purchase operations in the company.
? Devised, implemented and reviewed procurement strategies; associated policies and procedures in advance of production schedules to maintain uninterrupted flow of resources.
? Researched and identified local & international markets for acquiring goods.
? Build a database of suppliers in support of procurement strategies including supplier qualification strategies/ structures in addition to procurement processes, material plans to support the needs of the organization.
? Explored indigenous sources and closely monitored all import related activities like banking, forwarding, custom clearing and transportation.
? Performed regular supplier audit to check process, quality systems & safety compliance as per corporate and regulatory policy including ISO 9001 and QS.
? Managed routine business activities like outlining technical specifications for equipment/ materials, bid evaluation while addressing all vendor/ contractor grievances and claims.
Feb’ 99 – Dec’ 02: Engineering Company for Exhaust Systems, Cairo, Egypt
Foreign Purchasing Head
Role:
? Headed complete foreign purchasing operations in the company.
? Forecasted requirements for equipment, goods & services and conducted research to ascertain best products & suppliers in terms of value, delivery schedules and quality in line with company standards.
? Formulated competitive bids for tendering, developed commercial quotations to balance business acquisition and profit maximization; generated key matrices as well as consolidated tender analysis reports for top management review.
? Moderated export procedures, liaised with international logistics and shipping agents for packing, booking of shipments; formulated shipment contracts/ documents in line with shipping practices.
Attainments:
? Deftly managed wide spectrum of functions like participating in exhibitions, leveraging knowledge with network partners in lieu of sub-supplier activities, negotiating pricing with local/ foreign customers while striving to implement ISO 9001 and QS management systems.
? Investigated and resolved issues regarding vendor disputes, delivery problems, contractual obligations, and complaints to improve supplier relationships and promote cooperation.
Nov’ 96 – Feb’ 99: Misr Gulf Oil Processing Company, Egypt as Foreign Purchasing Specialist
Role:
? Administered complete purchase and procurement functions in the company.
? Chalked out resource requirements and developed material plan as per production targets.
? Analyzed market and delivery systems to assess availability.
? Negotiated on terms, price and delivery for procurement of annual needs of raw materials and accessories.
? Maintained and updated requisite, files/ folders/ documents, exercised cost and budgetary controls to augment operational efficiency.
? Communicated effectively with foreign agents, bankers, custom officials and suppliers to ensure smooth execution of business activities.
? Entered into negotiations with vendors and finalised PO; regularly followed-up for timely procurement.
Notable Attainments:
? Streamlined procurement process for import and coordinated with finance departments to smoothly execute banking transactions like LCs, insurance claim settlement, and customs.
? Established a rigorous follow-up with forwarders and transporters to receive consignment on time.
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PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Jun’ 94 – Nov’ 96: El Sayyad International Trading, Egypt as Import - Export Executive
Oct’ 93 – Jun’ 94: Masreya, Egypt as Marketing & Sales Executive
Jun’ 89 – Nov’ 89: Nile Hilton, Egypt as Receptionist
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EDUCATION
1993 Bachelors in Italian & English Languages from Alsun Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt. Secured 80%
2006 Certification Diploma in International Buyer from AUC, Cairo, Egypt
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PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth : 8th September 1971
Nationality : Egypt
Marital Status : Married
No. Of Dependants : 2
Driving License : Issued from Egypt
Visa Status : Citizen
Languages Known : Italian and English
Address : 10, Hassan El Sherif – Nasir City, 8th Zone