RANA JAHANDAD
Tabuk
Summary
Dedicated materials professional specialized in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organized and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Seeking Director of Materials with advancement potential in need of leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency. Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cluster Asst. Procurement Manager
Millennium Hotels & Resorts
2022.04 - Current
- Streamlined procurement processes by implementing effective negotiation strategies and cost reduction initiatives.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through consistent communication and collaboration, leading to improved contract terms.
- Developed comprehensive purchasing plans for each project, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.
- Conducted regular market research to identify new suppliers and stay informed on industry trends, resulting in informed procurement decisions.
- Optimized supply chain processes by implementing cost-effective sourcing strategies and efficient inventory management.
- Reduced lead times for critical materials with strategic procurement and supplier relationship management.
- Enhanced operational efficiency through effective planning, forecasting, and budgeting of material requirements.
- Developed and maintained positive vendor relationships, resulting in improved contract terms and better pricing structures.
- Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing an automated ordering system, improving order accuracy and reducing administrative workload.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with suppliers, achieving significant cost savings without sacrificing quality or delivery timelines.
- Mentored team members in best practices for materials management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
- Evaluated emerging trends in materials technology to identify potential opportunities for competitive advantage within the industry.
- Drove cost reductions and improved supplier performance through data-driven decision-making and proactive risk management.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
- Developed and tracked metrics to measure supplier performance and cost savings.
- Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Purchasing Manager
Shaza Hotels
2018.08 - 2022.04
- Investigated and resolved supply chain issues through root cause analysis, communicating causes for concern mainly with corporate office & owning company
- Sourced suppliers more than 18% cheaper than previous averages through strict contract screening & re- negotiations
- Successfully saved around SAR 250K in slashing prices and availing discounts during year 2019 in AMCs and Consistently achieved KPIs through contract re-negotiations and cheaper sourcing
- Forecasted demand levels through market study to inform purchase decisions amid Covid crisis for Ramadan & Hajj season
- Optimized stock investment through analyzing Rooms sales segments & F&B sales trends, eliminating slow moving stock and streamlining stock variety
- Developed budgets and approved expenses
- Lead team of 4 staff
Assistant Purchasing & Materials Manager
Movenpick Hotel & Resort
2013.04 - 2018.07
- Saved in SAR 1.9 million annually by switching suppliers for all major items to cheaper and local vendors
- Adjusted procedures as needed to maximize department effectiveness
- Implemented Future Log procurement system in Movenpick western region and reached highest in Saudi Arabia by achieving 95% efficiency in utilization
- Implemented cost saving plans across procurement process and negotiated annual maintenance contracts
- Enhanced inventory management by implementing a demand forecasting system.
- Improved warehouse efficiency with the introduction of an advanced storage and retrieval system.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems in timely manner by implementing centralized warehousing hence reducing holding & procuring cost
- Preparation & analyzing of inventory reports highlighting costly items and advised alternatives to hotel
- Organized receipts, purchases and the documentation of finished goods, packaging, materials and ingredients
- Established clear lines of communication between business and clients
- Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
Purchasing Supervisor
Movenpick Hotel & Resort
2011.10 - 2013.03
- Drafted professional memoranda and business correspondence
- Scheduled and organized the inventory management of F&B and OS&E items, worth over SAR 1.6 million
- Maintained multiple stores at property level
- Implemented inventory management system as per HACCP standard from conventional inventory management
- Improved inventory inspection policies under supervised controlled environment to increase quality of raw materials
- Assisted audit in furnishing inventory related requirements
- Liaised with hotel managers and department supervisors to assess requirements
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste
- Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports on purchasing operations
- Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Economics, Finance, Cost, Audit
University of Punjab
06.2008
Skills
- Trend analysis & forecasting procuring need
- Profit and loss understanding
- Operations management
- Delegation
- Project management
- Risk Assessment
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Control
- Analytical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Supplier Management
- Quality Assurance
- Contract Management
Accomplishments
- Successfully Implemented Future Log System in Opening of Grand Millennium Gizan
- Shifted successfully Future Log system from ADACO in Grand Millennium Tabuk
- Implementation of Future Log in Millennium Hotel Hail from FBM to Future Log
- Streamlined guest supplies in Millennium Hotels & Resorts and saving of 500k in 1 year without compromising quality rather than elevate the standard.
- Successfully implemented warehouse operating structure in Movenpick Hotel & Resorts
Timeline
Cluster Asst. Procurement Manager
Millennium Hotels & Resorts
2022.04 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Shaza Hotels
2018.08 - 2022.04
Assistant Purchasing & Materials Manager
Movenpick Hotel & Resort
2013.04 - 2018.07
Purchasing Supervisor
Movenpick Hotel & Resort
2011.10 - 2013.03
Bachelor of Commerce - Economics, Finance, Cost, Audit
University of Punjab
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