Mohamed Shaji Shajahan
Al Khobar
Summary
Highly skilled Procurement Leader with significant experience in strategic sourcing and vendor management. Strong ability to streamline procurement processes, resulting in cost savings and efficiency improvements. Known for forging strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional internal teams. Previous roles have demonstrated track record in significantly reducing procurement costs while maintaining quality of goods and services.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Procurement Lead
Lantern Software and Security Systems Co. Ltd
Al Khobar
12.2017 - Current
- Assessed vendors based on cost factors, quality metrics, service performance levels, stock availability status, reliability records, and payment agreements.
- Conducted technical analysis of requirements to identify target suppliers
- Stayed abreast of market trends and anticipated consumer needs and purchasing habits
- Prepared daily, weekly and monthly procurement reports for supervisor review
- Spearheaded projects to enhance organizational capabilities and grow storage capacities
- Identified, developed, evaluated and managed vendors providing products and services
- Collaborated with finance department for timely payment processing to vendors and sub-contractors
- Streamlined the management of existing and new vendors successfully
- Conducted supplier visits to assess performance, compliance, and capability
- Assisted in developing budgets by researching current product prices from various suppliers
- Evaluated existing contracts on an ongoing basis to identify areas for improvement or renegotiation
- Sourced new vendors and suppliers to boost product offerings and increase profit margins at each store location
- Developed product purchasing strategies according to company budgets
- Researched and compared vendor and supplier prices to make informed financial decisions
- Delegated tasks to procurement teams to expedite work processes
- Performed cost analysis on products and services offered by different vendors in order to make informed decisions when selecting suppliers
- Resolved disputes between suppliers and stakeholders in a timely manner
- Developed procurement budgets to reduce unnecessary expenditures
- Reviewed supplier invoices for accuracy prior to payment processing
Procurement Engineer
Lantern Software and Security Systems Co. Ltd
Al Khobar
10.2012 - 12.2017
- Evaluated RFPs, price quotes, proposed contracts and other types of agreements
- Collaborated with other departments to understand their needs and develop effective procurement solutions
- Coordinated shipment of purchased items ensuring timely delivery according to schedule
- Facilitated collaboration with SABER consultants and vendors for shipment document preparation
- Produced comparative spreadsheets detailing prices, payment terms and delivery schedules
- Developed purchasing or sourcing strategies based on portfolio analysis and supplier preference studies
- Developed strategic partnerships with key suppliers in order to maximize value for money spent
- Reviewed and evaluated vendor quotes to ensure they met the required specifications
- Reviewed purchase orders to check for completeness and accuracy
- Maintained accurate records of all purchases and invoices in accordance with company policy
- Managed the procurement process from start to finish including issuing purchase orders, receiving goods and resolving any discrepancies
- Negotiated with vendors on price, delivery, quality and other contractual terms
- Managed suppliers to meet objectives related to cost, delivery performance, schedule and quality
- Conducted regular market research to identify potential new suppliers
Technical Associate
Lantern Software and Security Systems Co. Ltd
Al Khobar
11.2011 - 10.2012
- Implemented a Biometric Attendance System in King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals for more than 2500 staffs with 120 devices connected to a centralized attendance Server and to generate various reports of staffs using web based application
- Implemented continuous emission software (LiMeDAS) in Saudi Electricity Company to monitor the emission of gases
- Providing Technical support to customers on technical issues
- Handling pre-sales enquiries
System Administrator
SNN IT ACADAMY
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Installing and Maintaining the LAN Network in the organization
- Installing and Maintaining the Microsoft Client operating system in the organization
- Troubleshooting any reported problems
System Administrator
Nascent Technologies
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Installing and configuring new hardware and software
- Installing and Maintaining the LAN Network in the organization
- Installing and Maintaining the Microsoft Client operating system in the organization
- Adding, removing, or updating user account information, resetting passwords, etc
- Performing routine audits of systems and software
- Performing backup of the system and the data
- Troubleshooting any reported problems
- Applying operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes
- Ensuring that the network infrastructure is up and running
Education
M.B.A - Procurement & Logistics Management
ISBM
Bangalore, India01-2023
B.E - Computer Science and Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, India01-2008
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Global sourcing
- Price negotiation
Certification
Professional Diploma in Supply Chain Management
Accomplishments
Recognition Award for exceptional dedication to a prestigious project in the Oil and Gas industry.
Languages
- English
- Tamil
- Malayalam
- Hindi
Personal Information
- Passport Number: S3856320
- Date of Birth: 10/25/86
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Sr. Procurement Lead
Lantern Software and Security Systems Co. Ltd
12.2017 - Current
Procurement Engineer
Lantern Software and Security Systems Co. Ltd
10.2012 - 12.2017
Technical Associate
Lantern Software and Security Systems Co. Ltd
11.2011 - 10.2012
System Administrator
SNN IT ACADAMY
01.2010 - 01.2011
System Administrator
Nascent Technologies
01.2009 - 01.2010
Professional Diploma in Supply Chain Management
M.B.A - Procurement & Logistics Management
ISBM
B.E - Computer Science and Engineering
Anna University
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