MARTIN AJODE OBIERO
Gulf Central Co.
Riyadh,01
14
years of professional experience
To leverage my extensive procurement, supply chain, and strategic sourcing expertise in a Senior Procurement Manager position where I can contribute to organizational growth through cost optimization, supplier excellence, operational efficiency, and strategic procurement leadership.
Results-driven Senior Procurement Manager with over 13 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, demand planning, vendor relationship management, and business operations within Saudi Arabia's FMCG and bottled water industries. Proven ability to optimize procurement processes, negotiate high-value supplier contracts, reduce operational costs, improve supply chain efficiency, and support executive leadership in achieving business objectives. Strong analytical background with expertise in data analysis, forecasting, procurement strategy, inventory optimization, and cross-functional team leadership.
Work History
2 Years 9 Months
03.2023 - 12.2025
2 Years 9 Months
Personal Assistant to the CEO & Operations Monitoring
Gulf Central Co. | Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
03.2023 - 12.2025
- Supported the CEO in strategic planning and executive decision-making.
- Monitored company operations and business performance across departments.
- Coordinated procurement and operational activities to ensure efficiency.
- Prepared management reports and executive presentations.
- Liaised with suppliers, contractors, and key stakeholders.
- Improved operational workflows and business processes.
- Enhanced operational reporting for executive management.
- Improved coordination between departments, increasing operational efficiency.
- Supported successful execution of strategic business initiatives.
- Prepared detailed reports and presentations, enhancing communication with stakeholders and clients.
- Supervised administrative staff, mentoring team members to enhance productivity and performance.
2 Years 11 Months
07.2019 - 06.2022
2 Years 11 Months
Supply Chain Manager | Demand Planner | Vendor Relations
Gulf Diamond Company | Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Managed end-to-end supply chain operations.
- Developed demand forecasts and inventory replenishment plans.
- Built and maintained strategic supplier relationships.
- Negotiated procurement contracts and pricing agreements.
- Reduced procurement costs while maintaining product quality.
- Coordinated logistics and inventory management activities.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve supply chain performance.
- Improved inventory availability through effective demand planning.
- Strengthened supplier partnerships and procurement efficiency.
- Optimized supply chain processes to reduce operational costs.
4 Years 3 Months
03.2015 - 06.2019
4 Years 3 Months
Procurement Manager & Sales Intelligence
Berain Water Company | Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
03.2015 - 06.2019
- Led procurement operations for company-wide purchasing activities.
- Negotiated supplier contracts and managed vendor performance.
- Conducted market analysis and supplier evaluations.
- Developed procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Produced sales intelligence reports for executive decision-making.
- Controlled procurement budgets and monitored purchasing KPIs.
- Improved supplier performance through structured evaluations.
- Delivered cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing.
- Enhanced procurement planning and purchasing efficiency.
3 Years 1 Month
01.2012 - 02.2015
3 Years 1 Month
Procurement Head & Sales Data Analyst
Naba Almaa (Fayha Water Company) | Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
01.2012 - 02.2015
- Analyzed sales performance and market trends.
- Managed procurement planning and purchasing activities.
- Prepared sales forecasts and procurement reports.
- Coordinated supplier negotiations and inventory planning.
- Supported management with business intelligence reporting.
- Improved procurement planning using sales analytics.
- Increased reporting accuracy for management decision-making.
- Enhanced supplier coordination and purchasing efficiency.
- Led procurement strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality and reliability.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for strategic sourcing and negotiation.
- Implemented procurement policies that enhanced compliance and streamlined operations.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Statistics - Econometrics and Social Statistics
University of Nairobi | Nairobi Kenya | 02-2011
Skills
Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
Supplier Relationship Management
Contract Negotiation
Vendor Performance Management
Supply Chain Management
Demand Planning & Forecasting
Languages
English
Arabic
Swahili
Personal Information
Title: Senior Procurement Manager | Supply Chain & Strategic Sourcing Professional
Timeline
Personal Assistant to the CEO & Operations Monitoring
Gulf Central Co.
03.2023 - 12.2025Read more
Supply Chain Manager | Demand Planner | Vendor Relations
Gulf Diamond Company
07.2019 - 06.2022Read more
Procurement Manager & Sales Intelligence
Berain Water Company
03.2015 - 06.2019Read more
Procurement Head & Sales Data Analyst
Naba Almaa (Fayha Water Company)
01.2012 - 02.2015Read more
University of Nairobi - Bachelor of Applied Statistics, Econometrics and Social Statistics
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