Shadi Anbar
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Results-driven Procurement and Contracts Manager with over 15 years of experience in the procurement lifecycle, strategic sourcing, and project management within hospitality, food and beverage, maintenance, contracting, and retail sectors. Proven expertise in contract negotiation, spend analysis, and supplier relationship management. Adept at building and maintaining strong supplier partnerships to drive value and performance. Skilled in implementing cost-saving initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
DIRECTOR OF CONTRACTS & PROCUREMENT
ALWEDAD CHARITY
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Department Establishment: Founded and structured Contracts and Procurement Department, implementing efficient processes to enhance operational performance.
- Technology Integration: Led development and integration of Microsoft Dynamics 365 for procurement, streamlining workflows and improving data management.
- Cost Reduction: Achieved significant cost savings through strategic sourcing and effective supplier negotiations, optimizing procurement budgets.
- Supplier Network Expansion: Expanded supplier network to foster competition and access innovative products, while enforcing comprehensive procurement compliance guidelines.
PURCHASING MANAGER
Ajwad Hospitality - United Yousef M. Naghi Co. Ltd
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Strategic Development: Formulated and implemented purchasing policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Department Leadership: Directed responsibilities within Purchasing Department to ensure optimal workflow and productivity.
- Compliance Oversight: Conducted thorough reviews of purchase orders to maintain compliance with quality standards.
- Supplier Negotiation: Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, focusing on cost-effectiveness, product quality, and competitive sourcing.
PROJECTS & MAINTENANCE MANAGER
DHEL ALNAKHEEL Co
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Contract Management: Managed facility contracts for DAMAC Tower - Al Jawhara Project, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards in cleaning, pest control, maintenance, and electromechanical works.
- Portfolio Expansion: Secured three additional contracts by delivering exceptional service and building trust with tower management.
- Stakeholder Relationship Building: Strengthened relationships through transparent communication, proactive issue resolution, and exceeding performance expectations.
- Operational Optimization: Enhanced operational efficiency by minimizing downtime and monitoring vendor performance to ensure adherence to contractual obligations and budgets.
AREA PURCHASING SUPERVISOR
Al Hokair Group Hotels Division
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Procurement Management: Managed procurement processes for food and non-food items across multiple hotel brands, ensuring alignment with brand requirements.
- Vendor Negotiation: Secured competitive pricing by negotiating with vendors and obtaining a minimum of three quotations for all purchases.
- Stock Sourcing: Ensured stock availability by sourcing multiple suppliers and conducting comprehensive price and product comparisons to achieve optimal cost-quality balance.
- Order Monitoring: Monitored purchase orders for timely delivery, prepared petty cash purchase reports, and coordinated with Purchasing Manager for finance approvals.
PURCHASING OFFICER
ALRAYA Co
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Household Items Development: Developed and expanded the household items section by implementing strategic parameters for successful weekly promotional campaigns.
- Supplier Management: Reviewed existing supplier agreements, negotiated renewals, and proactively engaged potential suppliers to enhance product offerings in the division.
- Market Analysis: Analyzed market trends and provided recommendations for new products and promotional strategies to drive growth in the Household Items Division.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborated with sales, marketing, and logistics teams to ensure seamless execution of campaigns, while maintaining accurate records of promotions and supplier agreements.
PURCHASING SUPERVISOR
Star Markets Trading CO. Ltd
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
04.2007 - 04.2018
- Throughout 11 years in supermarket sector, progressed from General Supervisor in branches to Purchasing Supervisor in company's general management. In this role, oversaw all aspects of procurement, ensuring that both food and non-food items were sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. ability to analyze market trends and supplier performance enabled to secure favorable contracts and maintain optimal inventory levels, contributing significantly to company's profitability.
- As Purchasing Supervisor, issued purchase orders and cultivated strong relationships with suppliers. By negotiating competitive pricing and terms, ensured that stores were stocked with high-quality products while adhering to budgetary constraints. proactive approach to supplier management not only facilitated prompt deliveries but also fostered long-term partnerships that benefited operational efficiency.
- In addition to purchasing responsibilities, played active role in Inventory Committee, where supervised comprehensive annual and semi-annual stock audits. This experience honed analytical skills and attention to detail, allowing to identify discrepancies and implement corrective measures effectively. contributions to these audits were instrumental in maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting overall financial health of organization.
- Journey within supermarket sector has equipped with diverse skill set, including effective communication, strategic planning, and data analysis. have consistently demonstrated ability to optimize procurement processes, enhance supplier relationships, and contribute to successful execution of inventory management strategies. These achievements reflect commitment to aligning procurement practices with company’s goals and driving operational excellence.
BRANCHES & MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
KTAYKIT Co
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
12.2004 - 03.2007
- Employee Development and Compliance: Conducted employee appraisals and meetings to enhance development and satisfaction while ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety regulations through regular visits.
- Workplace Environment Management: Enforced workplace regulations to promote positive atmosphere and high performance across teams.
- Operational Support and Maintenance Oversight: Provided support during outages or equipment failures to minimize disruptions, and monitored maintenance of kitchen equipment and systems for optimal performance.
- Collaboration and Leadership: Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless operations, maintaining detailed records of personnel and maintenance activities, and demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills to foster culture of excellence.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA
LONDON COLLEGE FOR PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
02.2023 - 05.2024
Skills
- ERP Microsoft Dynamics 365
- SCM SYSTEM
- WEP PROLIFIC SYSTEM
- SAP SYSTEM
- IBM AS/400 SYSTEM
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
Certification
- Supply Chain SCM Diploma, 06/24
- Business Administration Diploma, 06/24
- Strategic Management and Planning Diploma, 05/24
- E-Commerce and Marketing Skills, 02/21
- English Language Diploma, 06/06
- Accelerated Learning, 05/08
- The TAKEOFF Training Program, 06/24
Volunteering
- National Center for Non-Profit Sector 90 volunteer hours, Jeddah, 10/22 - 05/23
- Ministry of Health Saudi Arabia, Jeddah, 11/98, National campaign to eradicate polio
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF CONTRACTS & PROCUREMENT
ALWEDAD CHARITY
06.2023 - 06.2024
Master of Business Administration - MBA
LONDON COLLEGE FOR PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
02.2023 - 05.2024
PURCHASING MANAGER
Ajwad Hospitality - United Yousef M. Naghi Co. Ltd
11.2021 - 12.2022
PROJECTS & MAINTENANCE MANAGER
DHEL ALNAKHEEL Co
03.2021 - 11.2021
AREA PURCHASING SUPERVISOR
Al Hokair Group Hotels Division
01.2019 - 07.2020
PURCHASING OFFICER
ALRAYA Co
05.2018 - 12.2018
PURCHASING SUPERVISOR
Star Markets Trading CO. Ltd
04.2007 - 04.2018
BRANCHES & MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
KTAYKIT Co
12.2004 - 03.2007
- Supply Chain SCM Diploma, 06/24
- Business Administration Diploma, 06/24
- Strategic Management and Planning Diploma, 05/24
- E-Commerce and Marketing Skills, 02/21
- English Language Diploma, 06/06
- Accelerated Learning, 05/08
- The TAKEOFF Training Program, 06/24
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