Mohammed Ifham Marikkar
Negombo,
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Head
Western Coast Port Services Co.
Jeddah & Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
02.2024 - Current
- Enabled better decision-making through accurate reporting on procurement metrics.
- Developed purchasing strategies for cost reduction, resulting in significant savings for the company.
- Optimized supplier payment terms, improving cash flow management while maintaining strong vendor relationships.
- Conducted thorough vendor assessments to select reliable partners that aligned with company values and objectives.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
- Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
- Coordinated import and export of goods for multiple clients, providing accuracy and timely delivery.
- Managed import and export of hazardous materials in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of all import/export transactions to ensure full traceability and audit readiness.
- Improved invoice accuracy through diligent review of shipping documents and timely communication with finance department.
- Managed complex tariff classifications, ensuring compliance with government regulations for all imported goods.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
Purchasing Supervisor / Asst. Purchasing Dpt. Head
Zamil Offshore Services Co
Dammam & Jeddah
12.2004 - 02.2024
- Managed supplier relationships for enhanced performance, timely deliveries, and quality control.
- Monitored supplier performance metrics regularly to identify areas of improvement and maintain accountability standards.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all procurement activities, ensuring audit readiness at any given time.
- Provided guidance and support to junior team members, fostering professional growth and development in their procurement careers.
- Evaluated potential suppliers for reliability, product quality, and delivery timeliness, selecting the best options for company needs.
- Optimized budget allocation by identifying new cost-saving opportunities in the procurement process.
- Used Oracle Clouds to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Generated reports, documents and analysis in Oracle Clouds for senior management review and approval.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Assisted with problem resolution and dispute management relating to import and export activities.
- Negotiated freight rates with carriers for international transportation of goods.
- Reduced shipment delays with proactive communication between international suppliers and transportation partners.
Stores Officer
Rasheed Al Mandil Est.
Dammam, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
02.2002 - 01.2004
- Worked closely with logistics partners to coordinate shipments efficiently for seamless flow of goods through supply chain networks.
- Managed receipt, storage, and issuance of goods, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to guidelines.
- Monitored stock levels closely to prevent shortages or overstocking situations that could impact store operations negatively.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations.
Cost Assistant
Pure Metals Factory(Owned by Steel Feeds Trading)
Negombo, Sri Lanka
05.1999 - 01.2002
- Supervised associates by providing direction and instruction for stocking shelves, rotating stock, and receiving deliveries.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
Education
Diploma In Computer Hardware Engineering W/Network
Turnkey Computer Systems
Colombo, Sri Lanka05.2004
Diploma in Computer Based Accounting & E- Commerce
Tec Sri Lanka
Negombo06.2000
Advance Level - Commerce
Maris Stella College
Negombo, Sri Lanka08.1996
Skills
- Vendor evaluation
- Supplier negotiation
- Price Negotiations
- Self Motivation
- Budget Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cash Handling
- Punctual and Reliable
- Money Handling
- Oracle SCM Cloud
Certification
- Successfully completed the ISO 9001:2008 Internal Auditor Training Course Held in In-House (Zamil Offshore Services Co.) on 14th, 15th & 17th December, 2010 Training.
- Successfully completed the ISO 9001 : 2015/ISO 14001 : 2015/OHSAS 18001 : 2007 Integrated Management System Internal Auditor Training Course Held in In-House (Zamil Offshore Services Co.) on 7th, 8th & 9th January, 2018
Followed below online Training & Workshop which was assigned from company "SKILLSOFT".
- Basic Budgeting for Non-financial Professionals
- Creating a Successful Business Execution Culture
- Leading through Shared Vision
- Strategic Analysis Methods
- Managing with a Cost-control Mindset
- Senior Professional in Human Resources: Strategic Management
- Expert Insights on Strategic Planning & Execution
- Reaching Efficient Solutions with Computational Thinking
- Growing Value through Algorithmic Business
- Implementing a Procurement Strategy (2021 Update)
- Communicating Effectively with Customers
- Rapport Building in Customer Service Customer Service: Strengthening Your Service
Appreciation
- Awarded Certificate of Excellence for Professional Technical Performance in Refloating / Salvage of Jeddah Ship Repair Yard Floating Dock No. 1 Operations in January 2014
- Awarded Certificate of Appreciation for sincere Efforts and Contributions during the first stage of Establishing the Western Coast Port Services Company in February 2024
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Purchasing Head
Western Coast Port Services Co.
02.2024 - Current
Purchasing Supervisor / Asst. Purchasing Dpt. Head
Zamil Offshore Services Co
12.2004 - 02.2024
Stores Officer
Rasheed Al Mandil Est.
02.2002 - 01.2004
Cost Assistant
Pure Metals Factory(Owned by Steel Feeds Trading)
05.1999 - 01.2002
Diploma In Computer Hardware Engineering W/Network
Turnkey Computer Systems
Diploma in Computer Based Accounting & E- Commerce
Tec Sri Lanka
Advance Level - Commerce
Maris Stella College