MOHAMMAD IMROZ RAHI
Yanbu,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Procurement professional with 10+ years of comprehensive experience in local and international procurement, strategic sourcing, contracts, and project procurement. Expertise across MRO, raw materials, packing materials, chemicals, industrial supplies, and project requirements. Strong capabilities in supplier development, sourcing strategy, competitive bidding, negotiations, cost reduction, contract management, expediting, and supply chain coordination. CIPP and CIPM certified, with a proven track record of supporting operational and project requirements through effective supplier management and cost-efficient procurement strategies.
Overview
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3
Languages
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1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Procurement Specialist
United mining industries Part of Knauf Group.
Yanbu, Saudi Arabia
2020.11 - Current
- Develop and implement strategic procurement strategies for MRO, raw materials, packing materials, chemicals, services, contracts, and project requirements.
- Manage end-to-end local and international procurement, from sourcing and RFQ evaluation through negotiation, PO placement, expediting, and delivery.
- Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, reliability, and timely delivery.
- Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable payment, delivery, and contractual terms.
- Manage contracts and commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with company policies, specifications, and contractual requirements.
- Coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Projects, Finance, Warehouse, and other stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted material availability.
- Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities, alternative suppliers, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, delivery performance, quality, pricing, and responsiveness, taking corrective actions when required.
- Manage procurement risks by developing alternative sourcing strategies and reliable supplier networks.
- Utilize ERP systems and procurement data to monitor purchasing activities, analyze spending, and prepare management reports.
- Support inventory optimization by coordinating material requirements, stock levels, lead times, and procurement planning.
- Handle urgent and critical procurement requirements while ensuring business continuity and on-time project/production support.
Procurement Officer
United Mining Industries
Yanbu, Saudi Arabia
2016.11 - 2020.10
- Managed procurement activities for MRO, production materials, consumables, packing materials, and operational requirements.
- Conducted supplier sourcing, RFQs, quotation analysis, negotiations, and supplier selection.
- Negotiated pricing and commercial terms to achieve cost savings and competitive procurement outcomes.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
- Monitored purchase orders, delivery schedules, material availability, and supplier performance.
- Coordinated with internal departments to forecast requirements and prevent stock-outs and production delays.
- Supported contract administration and ensured compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
- Resolved supplier delivery, quality, and commercial issues effectively.
- Maintained accurate procurement records, POs, quotations, delivery documentation, and invoices.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives to improve procurement efficiency, cost control, and supply continuity.
Warehouse Manager
AL HAIBAH CO, Manf Paint & Putty.
Jeddah
2016.01 - 2016.11
- Managed daily warehouse operations, leading a team of 20+ staff to achieve operational goals.
- Implemented inventory control systems for accurate tracking of stock levels, orders, and deliveries, enhancing inventory management.
- Coordinated with procurement for timely restocking and ensuring inventory accuracy, supporting seamless warehouse operations.
- Optimized warehouse layout for efficient space utilization and workflow improvement.
- Utilized warehouse management software for real-time data analysis and reporting.
- Collaborated with sales and customer service teams to ensure order fulfillment accuracy.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations and provided training to enhance staff skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
HyderabadPostgraduate Certificate Program - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Manipal, India 2025.09 - 2026.09
Skills
- Supply chain management
- Vendor evaluation
- Supplier management
- Negotiation skills
- Contract oversight
- Purchase order creation
- Analytical thinking
- Project oversight
- ISO compliance
- Software proficiency
- Supervisory experience
- Team building
- Leadership
- Leadership
Certification
- CIPM – Certified International Procurement Manager | IPSCMI | Certification ID: CIPM22605039823
- CIPP – Certified International Procurement Professional | IPSCMI | Certification ID: CIPP22605032752
- Sourcing Analytics | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey | July 2026
- Supply Chain Analytics Essentials | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey | July 2026
LANGUAGES
English
Fluent
Arabic
Upper intermediate
Hindi
Fluent
Affiliations
- Reading industry & business articles
- Learning about supply chain & procurement trends
- Traveling & exploring new places
- Networking & professional development
- Fitness & outdoor activities
LINK
- Https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohammad-imrozrahi-373
Timeline
Postgraduate Certificate Program - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
2025.09 - 2026.09
Senior Procurement Specialist
United mining industries Part of Knauf Group.
2020.11 - Current
Procurement Officer
United Mining Industries
2016.11 - 2020.10
Warehouse Manager
AL HAIBAH CO, Manf Paint & Putty.
2016.01 - 2016.11
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University