Muhammad Asif
Riyas,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong focus on customer-centric approaches and extensive expertise in supply chain modelling and procurement strategies. Demonstrates proficiency in purchasing strategy development, risk identification and mitigation, and global market analysis. Skilled in the use of procurement software and adept at writing technical specifications, evaluating bids, and implementing supplier evaluation techniques. Committed to enhancing supply chain efficiency and achieving strategic visioning goals through innovative market research and analysis.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Procurement buyer
Vinnell Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
04.2010 - 12.2023
- Identified potential suppliers to diversify sourcing options and increase competition amongst vendors.
- Introduced new suppliers into the vendor base, expanding choices while creating a competitive environment.
- Drafted and reviewed contract terms to safeguard company interests.
- Developed strategic sourcing strategies to improve supply chain operations.
- Championed sustainability within the organisation by promoting ethical sourcing practices.
- Conducted financial analysis for improved budgeting and forecasting accuracy.
- Evaluated vendor performance for quality assurance and compliance checks.
- Mitigated risk by implementing robust procurement policies and procedures.
- Researched market trends, resulting in more informed purchasing decisions.
- Resolved disputes with suppliers promptly, maintaining strong business relationships whilst ensuring satisfactory outcomes for all parties involved.
- Led training sessions on procurement practices for staff development purposes.
- Monitored supply market trends, leading to better strategic planning and forecasting abilities.
- Drove continuous improvement in procurement operations by regularly reviewing and updating processes.
- Participated in industry events, staying abreast of latest trends, regulations, and technological advancements impacting procurement functions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Murray Collage
Sialkot, Pakistan 01.2000 - 10.2002
Skills
- Customer-Focused approach
- Purchasing strategy development
- Supply chain modelling
- Global market understanding
- Procurement software use
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Strategic visioning
- Technical specifications writing
- Bid evaluation
- Supply chain expertise
- Supplier evaluation techniques
- Goods receiving procedures
- Market analysis
- Market research
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Arabic
Elementary
Urdu
Proficient (C2)
Affiliations
- Playing Cricket
Timeline
Procurement buyer
Vinnell Arabia
04.2010 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Murray Collage
01.2000 - 10.2002
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