Nasser Almuafa

 Experience in Collections & submitting all Material Requests from various departments.
 Record keeping, all purchasing related documents, MR, Purchase orders, Receipts & Issuance documents etc.
 Prepare and process RFQ – Request for quotation and purchase orders to suppliers.
 Follow purchasing department budgets.
 Compiles and maintains all data and information regarding purchases.
 Negotiates with vendors to get better prices and deals.
 Composes and maintains all vendor relationships and contracts.
 Liaises with accounts payable to ensure that vendors are paid on schedule.
 Sources new vendors for better quality inventory as well as better price.
 Maintain complete updated purchasing records/data and pricing in the system.
 Prepare daily, monthly and quarterly reports and summarize data.
 Schedule store visits and conduct competitor survey.
 Execution and monitoring of all regular purchasing duties.
 Coordinate with user departments and suppliers in the purchasing scope of work for projects assigned.
 Handling and monitoring of claims to factories and vendors for defectives, shortage, missing parts.
 Preparation and process purchase orders and documents in accordance with company policies and procedures.
 Monitor and co-ordinate deliveries of items between suppliers to ensure that all items are delivered to site/store on time.
 Negotiate for best purchasing package (in terms of quality, price, term, delivery and service) with suppliers and sub-contractors assigned.
 Purchase and issue order in accordance to specification.
 Source for new parts, suppliers or sub-contractors when the need arises.

Responsibilities:

Lead policies and procedures development for the Procurement and Administration function
Manage Saudi Paper Group non-trade procurement activities covering contract life cycle, purchase to pay, governance, and spend analysis in line with Shaker Group’s strategic objectives to achieve sustainable world-class procurement performance.
Manage and monitor all purchasing activities to ensure they are effectively conducted and completed in a timely and efficient manner.
Review and approve departments’ non-trade purchase requirements based on the assigned budget.
Ensure the development and maintenance of an effective and up-to-date supplier database to assist with the procurement of various products, equipment, materials, supplies and services as per concerned department needs.
Manage the preparation and issuance of Purchase Orders (PO’s), Requests for Quotations (RFQ’s), Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) and all relevant documents.
Negotiate payment terms and discounts with suppliers to secure items and services in the specified form, quality, quantity and period required and at the most suitable price.
Consider the consolidation, where applicable, of major demands for greater negotiating power and lower costs (economies of scale), and oversees the supplier awarding and delivery of products.
Communicate with main and strategically important suppliers to resolve problems with the timeliness and quality of supplies.
Review and approve suppliers’ payments and ensure timely processing of suppliers’ payments; Manage payment delays by maintaining good relations with the suppliers.
Identify, evaluate, and capitalize on opportunities to reduce purchasing costs by improving the company’s buying patterns and supply channels.
Coordinate with all related government entities to complete all activities and transactions related to Saudi Paper Group business requirements.

* Overseeing all aspects of procurement, including the sourcing and purchasing of raw materials, equipment, spare parts, services, and the handling of the inbound of turnkey projects.
* Executing overseas procurement activities, such as identifying potential suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.
* Ensuring compliance with procurement policies, systems, and procedures across all departments within the organization.
* Leading the implementation of SAP in the procurement section to streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency.
* Regularly reviewing the workflow of procurement and assessing for any necessary changes or adjustments to meet objectives and improve performance.
* Managing the Annual Budget Plan for materials within the organization, including forecasting demand and aligning procurement activities accordingly.
* Arranging and negotiating Annual Price Agreements with suppliers based on demand history to secure favorable pricing for the organization.
* Negotiating fixed annual payment terms with all suppliers to manage cash flow and optimize payment schedules.
* Arranging the workflow of inbound outsourcing to be implemented in the procurement section to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
* Managing the LC (Letter of Credit) transaction of procurement to ensure compliance with banking regulations and minimize financial risks associated with international trade.

Managed relationships with foreign suppliers for assigned orders.
Oversaw procurement of various starch requirements as raw materials.
Coordinated sourcing of Honeywell spare parts, services, and contracts.
Handled acquisition of instrumentation equipment from brands such as Endress+Hauser and Yokogawa.
Procured electrical components and services from Siemens and ABB.
Acquired mechanical parts from Walmsley and Kadant for operational needs.

• Implemented impactful sales presentations to elevate product awareness.
• Managed key accounts, enhancing customer retention metrics.
• Organised product demonstrations, generating significant interest in offerings.
• Collaborated with marketing team to maintain brand consistency across platforms.
• Developed new business opportunities through proactive networking and prospecting.
• Contributed to annual sales targets by diligently following up on leads.
• Streamlined sales processes, boosting operational efficiency.
• Participated in trade shows, expanding professional network and market reach.

• Facilitated project planning to ensure accurate cost estimation and adherence to timelines.
• Installed and maintained automation machinery, ensuring optimal operational performance.
• Troubleshot complex mechanical issues, significantly enhancing productivity.
• Recommended improvements based on analysis from programmable logic controllers, resulting in increased efficiency rates.