Ala'a Eddin Esses
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Results-oriented Procurement Specialist-Over 8 years of professional experience in supply chain management, vendor negotiation, and procurement operations across a wide range of industries. Proven expertise in optimizing procurement processes, aligning supplier relationships with organizational goals, and implementing ERP systems to enhance efficiency. Skilled in the balance of cost, quality, and risk while ensuring customer satisfaction through strategic stakeholder collaboration. CPIM and PMP certified, with extensive background in project management, data analysis, and SAP. Fluency in both Arabic and English, plus intermediate skills in German, bring a global view to all procurement and supply chain operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement specialist
Al Fanar Electrical Company
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
09.2022 - Current
- Streamlined procurement processes by identifying and eliminating inefficiencies.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for improved terms and conditions.
- Optimized supplier relationships through effective communication strategies.
- Enhanced supply chain transparency by implementing robust tracking systems.
- Achieved 8% cost savings through strategic sourcing and volume purchasing.
- Mitigated risk in supply chain with thorough due diligence on prospective suppliers.
- Developed procurement policies, ensuring compliance across all departments.
- Oversaw tendering process, securing best value for money.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining procurement cycle.
- Led cross-functional teams, driving significant improvements in procurement performance.
- Co-ordinated with finance department to ensure accurate budget tracking.
- Evaluated procurement processes and used results to improve workflows and procedures.
- Coordinated with inventory control to determine purchasing needs with high degree of accuracy.
- Analyzed and developed procurement plans with cost-effective solutions and increased purchase power.
- Facilitated project delivery by procuring raw materials and supplies.
- Delivered tactical cost savings by negotiating advantageous terms and conditions for new contracts.
- Monitored supply chain activities to validate quality of goods procured.
- Negotiated contract terms and awarded supplier contracts to achieve optimum business profits by 5%.
Procurement officer
IBSF
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
02.2020 - 07.2022
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency.
- Managed 50 suppliers for metal to enhance strategic alliances.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and achieved 10 % cost savings.
- Ensured compliance with company policies by conducting regular audits.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure alignment of procurement activities.
- Streamlined communication between department and suppliers for smoother transactions.
- Negotiated with vendors and service providers to control corporate expenditures.
- Coordinated with inventory control to determine purchasing needs with high degree of accuracy.
- Reviewed proposals and submitted reports to procurement heads for selection.
- Identified cost reduction opportunities by conducting market research.
- Established delivery schedules to keep stores fully stocked.
- Assessed and resolved logistic challenges to meet delivery deadlines.
Procurement officer
We Love Reading
Amman, Jordan
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Implemented innovative solutions for efficient inventory management.
- Worked closely with finance team to manage budgets effectively.
- Coordinated with inventory control to determine purchasing needs with high degree of accuracy.
- Analyzed and developed procurement plans with cost-effective solutions and increased purchase power.
- Evaluated procurement processes and used results to improve workflows and procedures.
- Facilitated project delivery by procuring raw materials and supplies.
- Maintained strong working relationships with suppliers and vendors to obtain contract terms.
Allocation and Product Flow Analyst
Jordan
Amman, Jordan
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Enhanced decision-making by analyzing complex data sets.
- Conducted thorough market research for better competitive understanding.
- Capturing trendy items worldwide which increased sales by 20%.
- Developed predictive models, increasing future business insights.
- Achieved more effective forecasting with advanced statistical techniques.
- Created comprehensive reports, aiding in strategic planning.
- Assimilated technical and non-technical information swiftly, enhancing problem-solving capabilities.
- Analyzed complex data sets and studied impacts on business growth and operational efficiency.
- Monitored KPIs and tracked continuous progress to evaluate efficacy of business solutions.
- Encouraged development of clear objectives and action plans.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management Sceince
German Jordanian University
Jordan 10.2011 - 06.2016
Skills
- Operational risk management
- Supplier negotiations
- Procure-to-pay (P2P) systems
- Strategic sourcing
- Sourcing and supplier management
- Excel proficiency
- Contracts development
- High-value project management
Certification
· PMP
· CPIM
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
German
Beginner
Timeline
Procurement specialist
Al Fanar Electrical Company
09.2022 - Current
Procurement officer
IBSF
02.2020 - 07.2022
Procurement officer
We Love Reading
01.2019 - 08.2019
Allocation and Product Flow Analyst
Jordan
08.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management Sceince
German Jordanian University
10.2011 - 06.2016
· PMP
· CPIM
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