Hi, I’m
Karim Darwish
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Supportive Supply Chain Supervisor proficient in designing supply chains that support business objectives and cost reduction strategies. Talented in managing inventory levels and performing periodic site audits of key suppliers. Offering years of excellence in manufacturing industry. Decisive Supply Chain Supervisor skilled in managing productivity and overall performance of team members while meeting business and customer service objectives. Proficient in supplier negotiation and conflict resolution strategies. Strong leadership and organizational talents.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Unified Hospitality CompanyRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
Supply Chain Supervisor
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- UHC is one of the leading companies in the hospitality industry in Riyadh, KSA, a sister company to
- Mcdonalds, UHC currently owns 6 ongoing fine dining restaurants (WAFI Gourmet, Mohalla, Angelina
- Dasha, Namu Korean BBQ and coming soon Akira Back & AB Steak)
- Responsibilities:
- Oversees team and coordination with procurement, production, inventory control, distribution, transportation, and other functions to optimize the supply chain
- Being a Supply Chain Supervisor responds to escalations of bottlenecks or problem areas and proposes solutions
- Monitor logistics to make sure they run smoothly
- Maintain supply chain inventory and records
- Train and guide employees
- Find cost-effective solutions for supply chain processes
- Resolve issues that come up (e.g, delays in delivery, accidents)
- Collaborate with other departments to create coordinated plans for business growth
- Develop and implement safetyguidelines in all aspects of the supply chain
- Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards
- Communicate and negotiate with suppliers and vendors to land more profitable deals
- Source & Supply restaurants trade inventory & non-trade needed items
- Coordinate with suppliers to keep delivering the same approved quality of items
- Optimize the cost of all items on a regular basis to increase profit margins
- Monitoring & mentoring the purchasing team orders with suppliers
- Making sure to meet deadlines in delivery placed my upper management.
- Contributed to on-set productivity by responding to requests quickly.
Papabubble LebanonBeirut, Lebanon
Brand / Franchise Manager
01.2015 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Papabubble is an international Spanish franchise for producing handmade customized natural candies
- Www.papabubble.com
- Responsibilities:
- Business and sales development from retail, corporate, and custom orders
- Managed and operated the brand in Lebanon
- Joined various events in Lebanon (street food events, Beirut cultural festivals, and private events making live candy shows
- Visited wedding planners, companies, hotels for corporate orders
- Connected with international branches and coordinated international orders
- Developed new ideas and new items to suit specific market demands and added to the list of products sold
- Minimized cost of production by sourcing better suppliers and negotiated material costs and maintained quality of products
- Managed a team of 25 people that worked in 2 branches in Lebanon
- Trained and accompanied the sales team during their visits to prospective clients
- Handled the brand's liabilities from A to Z.
- Evaluated products to select mix meeting current customer demand.
- Managed stock within set minimum and maximum levels to serve customers without over-extending finances.
- Negotiated buying conditions and sales contracts to secure lucrative deals.
Kabbani & PartnersJeddah, Saudi Arabia
Treasury and Finance Supervisor
01.2014 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Managed cash flow for monthly disbursements by priority Handled payroll of employees on monthly basis for +1500 employees Prepared financial reports to finance manager as per request
- Prepared detailed models, reports and charts highlighting complex financial information.
- Generated invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
E.A. Juffali & BrothersJeddah, Saudi Arabia
Sales Executive
01.2012 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Sales and promotion of Juffali's building material products line with large accounts such as Bin
- LadenGroup across Western region
- Listed products and specifications for Juffali products with major, private and sub contractors forgovernment and private projects
- Collection of receivables for confirmed sales and delivered orders.
- Generated new leads and opportunities to maximise revenue.
- Maintained contact with customers throughout sales and pre-delivery process.
- Achieved and exceeded sales targets in line with client growth across all products and services.
Education
LEBANESE AMERICAN UNIVERSITYBeirut/Lebanon
Bachelor of Business Administration from Banking & Finance
02.2008 - 02.2012
Skills
- Proficient in MS Office & Business Dynamics 365 System
- Oral and written communication
- Issue resolution
- Excel spreadsheets
- Business writing
- Inventory purchasing
- Excel proficiency
- Supply ordering
- Managing purchasing activities
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Native
Timeline
Supply Chain Supervisor
Unified Hospitality Company
01.2022 - Current
Brand / Franchise Manager
Papabubble Lebanon
01.2015 - 12.2022
Treasury and Finance Supervisor
Kabbani & Partners
01.2014 - 01.2015
Sales Executive
E.A. Juffali & Brothers
01.2012 - 01.2014
LEBANESE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Business Administration from Banking & Finance
02.2008 - 02.2012
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