ABOOBAKAR SIDDIQ
RIYADH,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist with a B.Com degree and qualifications in Financial Accounting and Computer Applications. Expertise in procurement, supplier coordination, logistics, and inventory control. Skilled in managing vendor relations, import/export documentation, and commercial negotiations while ensuring cost and quality objectives are met. Experienced in thriving under pressure and handling multiple priorities effectively.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Officer
DERMA CLINIC COMPANY
06.2015 - 09.2026
- Manage end-to-end procurement activities including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, supplier quotations, price evaluation and order follow-up in accordance with company/hospital procurement policies.
- Coordinated with suppliers to obtain competitive quotations, evaluated commercial offers, and negotiated pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and return/restocking conditions to secure optimal procurement terms.
- Evaluated vendor price confirmations against applicable company/hospital contracts and agreed commercial terms.
- Tracked purchase orders and shipments from supplier dispatch through final delivery, following up on delays and coordinating corrective actions.
- Reviewed received quantities against supplier invoices and delivery documents; investigated shortages or discrepancies and lodged claims with suppliers when required.
- Maintained continuous communication with local and international vendors to ensure timely supply and address procurement-related issues, minimising disruptions to operations.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated replenishment to support uninterrupted availability of required supplies while avoiding unnecessary stock accumulation.
- Sourced alternative suppliers and suitable substitute products based on availability, specifications, quality and operational requirements.
- Prepared procurement reports, inter-departmental reports, and inventory shortfall documentation for management review, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Worked closely with purchasing, finance, accounts, stores and user departments to clarify requirements, resolve supply issues and achieve procurement objectives.
- Coordinated timely submission of invoices and supporting documents to the Accounts Department for accurate accounting and payment processing.
Purchasing Officer
SAN MARCO HOME APPLIANCES CO., LTD
Dubai
11.2009 - 12.2012
- Managed purchasing and logistics activities covering supplier sourcing, international procurement, import documentation, shipment coordination and final delivery.
- Negotiated pricing, discounts, payment terms, and delivery periods with vendors, preparing purchase orders and commercial agreements to ensure favourable terms.
- Coordinated purchasing with over 50 suppliers, maintaining effective communication and follow-up on orders to ensure timely delivery.
- Managed communication with international vendors from sourcing and purchase order placement through shipment and final delivery.
- Coordinated import operations including customs clearance, transportation and documentation to support timely receipt of goods.
- Coordinated with clearing agents and logistics partners to complete documentation, customs clearance and delivery within required timelines.
- Prepared and checked import/export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, Bills of Lading and Certificates of Origin.
- Tracked shipment movements from supplier origin to destination and coordinated shipping schedules and delivery follow-up.
- Coordinated with Material Control Manager on LC opening, providing suppliers and finance teams with necessary information for LC processing and verification.
- Prepared invoices for payment and supported supplier payment processing, including TT and LC-related coordination with the finance/accounts team.
- Raised supplier claims for quantity differences between received and invoiced goods and followed up for resolution.
- Coordinated freight quotations for upcoming requirements/projects and supported logistics planning.
- Ensured procurement and import activities complied with applicable country laws, safety requirements and company procedures.
- Coordinated goods receipting and supporting documentation and ensured invoices were submitted promptly for accounting.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) -
Mangalore University
IndiaSkills
- Procurement management
- Supplier negotiation
- Import/export documentation
- Customs clearance
- Price analysis
- Bank transfer coordination
- Shipment tracking
- Alternative sourcing
- Analytical problem-solving
- Cross-functional coordination
- Cost-conscious negotiation
- Documentation discipline
- Prioritisation skills
- Self-motivated team player
PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
- D.F.A – Diploma in Financial Accounting, India
- D.C.A – Diploma in Computer Application, India
- Tally, Peach Tree and Wings – Accounting / Business Applications
- Project work: Trading Project and Construction Project – Accounting Research Computer Institute, Mangalore, India
PERSONAL DETAILS
Married
Eqama Status: Transferable
Available Immediately
Timeline
Procurement Officer
DERMA CLINIC COMPANY
06.2015 - 09.2026
Purchasing Officer
SAN MARCO HOME APPLIANCES CO., LTD
11.2009 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) -
Mangalore University