AHMED ALSHAMMARI
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in high-volume distribution operations and workflow coordination. Demonstrates proficiency in cross-functional operational alignment and temperature-controlled environment handling. Skilled in inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and stock reconciliation, with a strong focus on variance investigation. Adept at inbound and outbound coordination, returns management, and stock movement control. Experienced in strategic sourcing, supplier evaluation, purchase requisition, and PO processing. Committed to optimising supply chain efficiency and enhancing operational performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Distribution Center Controller
NADEC Foods
2025.12 - 2026.06
- Lead inventory control activities within a high-volume, temperature-controlled FMCG distribution center.
- Manage inbound and outbound finished goods operations including receiving, storage, allocation, and dispatch.
- Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliations, and variance investigations.
- Execute SAP EWM stock transactions, transfers, returns processing, and system validations.
- Monitor KPIs including stock availability, service levels, and delivery performance.
- Coordinate with logistics and transportation teams to maintain operational continuity.
- Support workflow optimization and manpower coordination during managerial absence.
- Contributed to QR system integration with SAP EWM, improving traceability and stock visibility.
Supply chainer – NEOM Projects
MDD
2025.06 - 2025.12
- Led end-to-end procurement operations supporting major NEOM developments including THE LINE, OXAGON, TROJENA, and ENOWA under strict compliance and delivery standards.
- Managed sourcing, supplier evaluation, quotation analysis, and contract coordination using SAP, Oracle, and GEP systems.
- Executed purchase requisitions and purchase orders while ensuring accuracy, documentation control, and system compliance.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and detailed cost comparison analysis.
- Coordinated procurement schedules with project teams to ensure timely material availability aligned with operational milestones.
- Monitored inventory levels, managed goods receiving, and resolved discrepancies to maintain supply continuity.
- Analyzed supplier performance and procurement data to support planning accuracy and continuous process improvement initiatives.
Visual Merchandiser
Alshaya Group
2023.09 - 2025.02
- Managed inventory reconciliation and stock transfers during store transitions.
- Controlled stock variance tracking through ARES system.
- Developed Excel-based reporting dashboards to monitor operational targets.
- Trained staff on system compliance and inventory handling procedures.
Founder & authorized distributor
self- employed
2022.12 - 2025.01
- Business Launch & Strategy: Founded an e-commerce venture, securing authorized Saudi distribution rights for U.S. performance supplement brand GR1NDS.
- International Logistics & Compliance: Managed end-to-end import operations, customs clearance, and regulatory compliance (FDA, GRAS, NSF) for Saudi market entry.
- Commercial Growth: Scaled operations from direct online sales to B2B distribution networks across gyms, sports clubs, and athletic partnerships.
Founder & Operations Lead – Cricky (Acquired)
Self-Employed
2017.01 - 2022.01
- Founder / Operations Lead: Built, scaled, and successfully exited a digital marketplace via acquisition in 2022.
- Global Supply Chain & Tech: Optimized cross-border sourcing and integrated crypto-payment solutions to reduce transaction costs and improve margins.
- Operations & Finance: Oversaw pricing strategy, financial controls, and automated inventory systems for real-time fulfillment.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Supply Chain Management
Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU)
RiyadhSkills
- High-volume distribution operations
- Workflow coordination & execution
- Cross-functional operational alignment
- Temperature-controlled environment handling
- Inventory accuracy & cycle counting
- Stock reconciliation & variance investigation
- Inbound & outbound coordination
- Returns management & stock movement control
- Strategic sourcing & supplier evaluation
- Purchase requisition & PO processing
Certification
- Manufacturing and Service Operations Professional Certificate - CSCMP - Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
- Warehousing Operations Professional Certificate - CSCMP - Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
- Certified International Supply Chain Manager (CISCM) - IPSCMI, The International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute
- Certified International Supply Chain Professional (CISCP) - IPSCMI, The International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute
- SAP ERP Essential Training - LinkedIn
- Project Procurement Management Certification - HRDF
- Supply Chain Management Certification - HRDF
- Logistics & Operational Services Certification - HRDF
- Entrepreneurship & Business Development Bootcamp - MonshaatSA
- Career Essentials Program - Misk Skills
Timeline
Distribution Center Controller
NADEC Foods
2025.12 - 2026.06
Supply chainer – NEOM Projects
MDD
2025.06 - 2025.12
Visual Merchandiser
Alshaya Group
2023.09 - 2025.02
Founder & authorized distributor
self- employed
2022.12 - 2025.01
Founder & Operations Lead – Cricky (Acquired)
Self-Employed
2017.01 - 2022.01
Bachelor's degree - Supply Chain Management
Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU)