SAP Functional and Key User
SYED MAKHDUM ALI
LOGISTICS/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
MAKKAH
Summary
Serviced-focused Supply Chain Expert dedicated to delivering positive customer experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrates optimal resource utilization to handle expected operational needs. Supply Chain leader with sound judgment, good planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Customer-oriented Logistics Manager with 32 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
15
15
Certificates
Work History
General Manager (Retail Supply Chain Mgt)
Omar group of pharmacies Chain
PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
GENERAL MANAGER (Supply Chain Mgt)
Kawsar Engg Co - PVC pipes /Fittings and Pumps Manufacturer Industries.
PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN
06.2020 - 11.2022
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR
SHEIKH TALAL GROUP OF COMPANIES
MAKKAH , SAUDI ARABIA
04.2019 - 02.2021
- Supervised 60 staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
- Integrated financial and operation plans with strategic objectives to deliver improved operational and financial results to boost customer satisfaction, profitability, and working capital.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Streamlined shipping and receiving operations to reduce errors and improve customer satisfaction.
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures in compliance with local and federal regulations.
- Reduced inventory levels and improved supply chain visibility using strategic initiatives.
- Created and implemented comprehensive supply chain management strategies.
Supply Chain Manager (Haramain Sharifain)
SAUDI BINLADEN GROUP (Haramain Operations & Maintenance)
Makkah- SAUDI ARABIA, SAUDI ARABIA
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Supervised 40 staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures in compliance with local and federal regulations.
- Streamlined shipping and receiving operations to reduce errors and improve customer satisfaction.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Created and implemented comprehensive supply chain management strategies.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency.
Group Materials /Senior Supply Chain Manager
SAUDI BINLADEN GROUP (PBAD)
Jeddah , SAUDI ARABIA
02.2009 - 03.2016
- Supervised 45 staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Developed and implemented actionable improvements to increase inventory replenishment efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Managed availability of supplies from vendors by ensuring core items were on hand to keep inventory values low and consistently moving.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency.
Logistics & Supply Chain Divisional Manager
ALRAJHI GROUP (Al Watania Poultry Company)
Buraidah -AlQaseem, SAUDI ARABIA
07.2005 - 06.2009
- Coordinated shipping requests for expedited delivery and documented accurately to achieve correct billing.
- Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
- Generated documentation and information required for customer shipments.
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
- Performed regular audits and assessments of logistics processes to identify weaknesses, improve supply chain operations and minimize waste.
- Monitored inbound and outbound freight operations to establish timely delivery of packages.
- Identified opportunities for inventory reductions.
- Negotiated contracts to secure favorable rates and terms.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of service.
Logistics & Supply Chain Manager
ALRAJHI GROUP(Al Watania Agri Company)
Riyadh , SAUDI ARABIA
03.2003 - 07.2005
- Negotiated freight rates with third-party vendors to acquire cost-effective contracts.
- Developed strategies to optimize utilization of available resources.
- Performed regular audits and assessments of logistics processes to identify weaknesses, improve supply chain operations and minimize waste.
- Assisted in development and implementation of logistics policies and procedures to provide roadmap for daily operations.
- Monitored inbound and outbound freight operations to establish timely delivery of packages.
- Devised routing plans and schedules to facilitate safe and timely delivery of goods.
- Identified opportunities for inventory reductions.
- Strategized best methods and tactics for efficient storage and handling of materials.
Materials /Supply Chain Country Manager
SAUDI BIN LADIN GROUP (PBAD)
Jeddah, SAUDI ARABIA
06.1997 - 03.2003
- Negotiated with service providers / SBG Surplus stock analysis and vendors to improve margins, saving $20 Millions annually.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Manager Materials / Inventory Planning and Stores
ARABIAN INDUSTRIAL FIBERS CO (SABIC)
Yanbu Al Sinayyah, SAUDI ARABIA
05.1995 - 06.1997
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Materials / Warehouse Manager
SAUDI ARAMCO (SAMAREC YANBU OIL REFINERY & NGL GAS PLANT )
Yanbu Al-Sinayyah, SAUDI ARABIA
02.1993 - 05.1995
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Boosted warehouse operations performance by overseeing dispatching and setting optimal employee schedules.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
Sales / Application Engineer
CARRIER CORPORATION USA
Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIA
09.1991 - 10.1993
- Promoted product pilot and launch and packaged clear and robust materials to fulfill technical information needs and support ongoing marketing efforts.
- Managed sales-based interactions with customers and followed up on new business opportunities.
- Remained current on industry trends, product applications, market activities and competitive products to develop credibility, build value and create new opportunities.
- Assisted customers in troubleshooting product issues and provided timely technical support.
- Tracked sales data for analysis and forecasting.
- Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with customers to ensure a positive customer experience.
- Developed and implemented product marketing plans to reach target customers.
- Contributed additional revenue to sales plans through resale opportunities.
- Created product training plans centered on customer success and satisfaction.
Sales Engineer
MECHANICAL AND CHEMICAL SUPPLY CO
Jeddah, SAUDI ARABIA
09.1989 - 10.1991
- Provided technical troubleshooting and problem solving for clients with installed equipment or system issues.
- Delivered technical sales presentations to prospects and presented benefits and value of products.
- Reviewed customer inquiries to understand project scope while managing internal delivery mechanisms.
- Identified and supported resale opportunities to achieve sales plans.
- Provided sales forecasts for product sales opportunities within assigned accounts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF ENGG & TECHNOLOGY
Peshawar- Pakistan 02.1982 - 02.1986
Associate of Science - Materials / Supply Chain Management
College Of Professional Management
Manchester- ENGLAND 01.1997 - 07.1997
Skills
Performance improvement
undefinedAccomplishments
- Successfully facilitated the movement of surplus materials worth SR 1220 million to other SBG-PBAD projects within a four-year timeframe, resulting in significant cost savings and the elimination of additional procurement and storage expenses.
- Effectively managed all supply chain and logistics activities for the DOKAAE project (Makkah Clock Tower) worth of SR 12 Billions.
- Implemented the KAIZAN concept of warehousing in the Haramain central warehouses at Makkah and Madina, receiving a significant reward from CEO Binladen Group.
- Awarded as BEST EMPLOYEE of the Company in 2018 by the CEO of SBG-OM. Saudi Arabia
- Awarded as Best Employee 2005 in Watania Agri company (AlRajhi Group)
- Rated as an EXCELANT employee in annual AWP(Alwatania Poultry company) employee evaluation program
- Secured over $10M in annual savings within the first 8 months SBG Group by moving construction surplus inventory to other running projects within the kingdom Saudi Arabia.
Affiliations
- Member Saudi Council Of Engineers
- Member American Society of Heating /Refgn and AC (ASHRAE)
- Member of Pakistan Engg Council
- Rotary International
Software
SAGE ERP , functional leader and trainer to Key users
ORACLE ERP , Key user
Working on SAP, Windows Millennium, Microsoft Word, Excel, E-Mail,ERP systems
Maximo ERP SCM module , Managerial / Key User
Saudi Aramco AIMS ERP system
AS/400 Inventory control module
Excelant command on Microsoft office PC based interim systems
Certification
Inventory Control & Planning Management (Dubai)
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Career advancementHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionFlexible work hoursTraining Courses Taught as Professional Trainer: Advance Supply Chain Management Madina Area Ware
Training Courses Taught as Professional Trainer:
- Advance Supply Chain Management: KSA-Madina Area Warehouse and Supply Chain dept teams
- Modern Warehouse Management : 05 sessions conducted to all SBG Logistics teams in JEDDAH, MAKKAH, MADINA, RIYADH and ALKHUBER locations.
- Inventory Planning and Control - Driver Supply Chain Management- 05 sessions conducted to all SBG Logistics teams in JEDDAH, MAKKAH, MADINA, RIYADH and ALKHUBER locations.
- FUNDAMENTALS OF LOGISTICS & GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT- 05 days sessions conducted for 35 lecturers of all Baluchistan Universities funded by World Bank at Quetta.
International Faculty and Teaching Experience As Professional Trainer:
- Visiting Faculty, IM Sciences Peshawar University, KPK (2022-Present)
- Visiting Faculty, University Of Engineering and Technology Peshawar - KPK (2022-Present)
- Visiting Faculty, Brains Institute Peshawar - KPK (2022-Present)
Areas of Teaching
Supply chain management, international Logistics business, international Modern Warehousing Industry , Inventory Planning & Control Management, Logistics and Transportation in Supply Chain Business, global supply chain management strategy and Supply Chain Analytics.
Timeline
General Manager (Retail Supply Chain Mgt)
Omar group of pharmacies Chain
11.2022 - 07.2023
GENERAL MANAGER (Supply Chain Mgt)
Kawsar Engg Co - PVC pipes /Fittings and Pumps Manufacturer Industries.
06.2020 - 11.2022
SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR
SHEIKH TALAL GROUP OF COMPANIES
04.2019 - 02.2021
Supply Chain Manager (Haramain Sharifain)
SAUDI BINLADEN GROUP (Haramain Operations & Maintenance)
04.2016 - 04.2019
Group Materials /Senior Supply Chain Manager
SAUDI BINLADEN GROUP (PBAD)
02.2009 - 03.2016
Logistics & Supply Chain Divisional Manager
ALRAJHI GROUP (Al Watania Poultry Company)
07.2005 - 06.2009
Logistics & Supply Chain Manager
ALRAJHI GROUP(Al Watania Agri Company)
03.2003 - 07.2005
Materials /Supply Chain Country Manager
SAUDI BIN LADIN GROUP (PBAD)
06.1997 - 03.2003
Associate of Science - Materials / Supply Chain Management
College Of Professional Management
01.1997 - 07.1997
Manager Materials / Inventory Planning and Stores
ARABIAN INDUSTRIAL FIBERS CO (SABIC)
05.1995 - 06.1997
Materials / Warehouse Manager
SAUDI ARAMCO (SAMAREC YANBU OIL REFINERY & NGL GAS PLANT )
02.1993 - 05.1995
Sales / Application Engineer
CARRIER CORPORATION USA
09.1991 - 10.1993
Sales Engineer
MECHANICAL AND CHEMICAL SUPPLY CO
09.1989 - 10.1991
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF ENGG & TECHNOLOGY
02.1982 - 02.1986
Inventory Control & Planning Management (Dubai)
Advance Supply Chain Management (Dubai)
Modern Warehouse Management (ITTC JED)
Logistics Of Warehouses in Supply Chain Management
Fundamentals of Logistics,Supply Chain & Customer Services.
Team Building & Team Leading (Egypt Based)
Team Building & leadership Skills
Time & Self Management (Dubai based)
Advance Leadership Skills (Dubai Based)
Communication Management Skills
Food safety & Hygiene Training courses
Sales Skills Management (Carrier Intl)
Sales Leadership skills.
ISO 9000 lead and Audit course
ISO 17025 Auditor Training and Certification, IACET, Auditing
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