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Mohammed Abdulhameed Al-Jaal

Mohammed Abdulhameed Al-Jaal

Doha

Summary

Procurement and category management professional with over 20 years of experience at Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO), combining strong petrochemical operations background with senior procurement, sourcing, tendering, supplier management, and contract follow-up expertise.

Skilled in developing sourcing strategies, analysing supply markets, supporting tender evaluation, negotiating commercial terms, preparing purchase orders, coordinating with end users and suppliers, and ensuring compliance with procurement procedures, QHSE requirements, and departmental standards.

Holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering - Automation and Control Systems Engineering and a Diploma in Process Automation Engineering Technology.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Category Officer - Procurement Department

Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO)
Doha
09.2016 - Current
  • Perform procurement activities related to sourcing suppliers, vendors and service contractors; negotiate terms and conditions; assist in tender/quotation evaluation; prepare purchase orders; and follow up contracts through delivery and issue resolution.
  • Analyse historical procurement strategies. purchasing data. corporate plans. end-user requirements and category information to develop annual procurement and sourcing plans while identifying strategic sourcing opportunities.
  • Research and draft supply analysis reports by reviewing global and local supply markets, identifying potential suppliers against defined criteria and developing supplier portfolios to promote open and competitive sourcing.
  • Prepare category sourcing strategy drafts by analysing supply and demand reports, assessing sourcing risks and savings opportunities, and proposing improvement plans aligned with departmental objectives.
  • Support tendering activities from preparation through execution and supplier evaluation, enabling appropriate negotiation strategies and tactics to secure best commercial outcomes.
  • Track and facilitate implementation-plan activities to support realisation of sourcing strategies, sustained cost savings and improved ways of working with new or existing suppliers.
  • Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety and environmental management procedures and controls, and prepare departmental statements and reports in line with QAPCO and departmental requirements.

Buyer - Tactical Procurement, Automation Section

Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO)
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Managed requisitions from end users and supported supplier selection, RFQ issuance, quotation receipt and commercial comparison preparation.
  • Coordinated supplier and end-user requirements to ensure consistent tender information, fair supplier participation and accurate procurement records.
  • Prepared and issued contracts or purchase orders, maintained procurement documentation and followed up delivery, manufacturing progress and payment-related matters.

Buyer - Automation

Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO)
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Supported procurement of automation-related materials and services, including sourcing, order preparation, supplier coordination, and procurement process compliance.
  • Built practical knowledge of vendor management, sourcing procedures, commercial tabulation, and ERP-supported procurement activities.

Outdoor Operator - Ethylene Plant, Furnaces

Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO)
04.2004 - 01.2008
  • Gained foundational technical experience in petrochemical plant operations, including exposure to ethylene plant furnace operations and field coordination practices.
  • Developed operational discipline, safety awareness, teamwork and problem-solving capabilities that support effective procurement decision-making in technical categories.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering - Automation and Control Systems Engineering

University of Doha for science and technology
Doha
07-2020

Diploma of Higher Education - Process Automation Engineering Technology

College of the North Atlantic - Qatar (CNA-Q)
Doha
06-2025

High School -

Jassim Bin Hamad School
01-2002

Custom

  • Identify requirements during the estimation and tendering phase, compare tender materials and seek maximum possible discounts.
  • Provide identical RFQ information to potential suppliers to support equal opportunity and fair competition.
  • Prepare commercial comparisons and tabulation sheets, issue contracts or purchase orders, and maintain procurement records for auditability.
  • Coordinate supplier, end-user and finance matters, including delivery tracking, dispute resolution and suppliers due payment follow-up.
  • Apply procurement policies and procedures while maintaining accurate records to justify procurement decisions.

Timeline

Senior Category Officer - Procurement Department

Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO)
09.2016 - Current

Buyer - Tactical Procurement, Automation Section

Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO)
01.2013 - 01.2016

Buyer - Automation

Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO)
01.2009 - 01.2013

Outdoor Operator - Ethylene Plant, Furnaces

Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO)
04.2004 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering - Automation and Control Systems Engineering

University of Doha for science and technology

Diploma of Higher Education - Process Automation Engineering Technology

College of the North Atlantic - Qatar (CNA-Q)

High School -

Jassim Bin Hamad School
Mohammed Abdulhameed Al-Jaal