RecruiterPK

Education

Punjab University

2003/2005 BA in Journalism

Experience

The Spirit School- Educational Management

Since 2014 Senior Purchase Specialist (Procurement & Supply Chain)

Reviews & supervises the end-to-end procurement process for procurement of materials, equipment, goods, services etc. based on the approved requisitions from end-user departments, in compliance with the approved Procurement Guidelines & Policies.
Supervises the evaluation and qualification of appropriate suppliers/contractors based on time/budget scope criteria.
Supervises the contractual and commercial negotiations with bidders to achieve optimum commercial results.
Handling the responsibility of Procuring the required service or goods needed by various Departments on receiving a purchase request from them.
Handle purchasing and procurement to ensure a seamless support and good relationships with vendors.
Conducting site visit as per requirement of RFP, RFQ or RFI. Proficient in using Oracle.
Technical Product / Material Knowledge. Bid Organizing (Technical & Commercial), Supplier data, and Bidder list. Coordinate with different Project Managers as to the requirements of different projects and requirements.
Summary of Quotes.
Maximizes value and optimizes saving by coordinating alternate sourcing of material, product evaluation, competitive bidding and terms & price negotiations with suppliers.
Establishes the long term Price Agreements with suppliers and contractors.
Seeks and partners with reliable vendors and suppliers, reviews & manages the registration and Pre-qualification processes of suppliers, who are able to support the organization strategy and business objectives.
Monitors and administers the business provisions of issued Purchase orders /agreements to ensure compliance with the scope and contractual terms and conditions.
Evaluate supplier performance based on quality standards, delivery time, price and compliance with our requirements.
Prepare data or reports to support purchase strategy and cost down analysis.
Source, select and negotiate with suppliers to strive for the best commercial and delivery terms.
Evaluate suppliers’ quotations to ensure compliance with technical and commercial specifications
Negotiate with suppliers for higher quality product and price discounts.
Manage and oversee the daily operations of the procurement function (planning, issuing and following up on purchase orders, delivery and shipment schedules).
Manage the purchasing cycle including requests for quotation, PO creation, PO follows up, goods receipt and supplier billing.
Communicates the requirement of operational procedures and instructions to subordinates/team members and monitors adherence to ensure all procurement activities are carried out in a controlled manner.
Periodic Procurement Reporting for Management tracking & monitoring.
Receive RFPs, and support with the issuing orders in accordance with specifications required.
Record all details for all tenders, contracts, purchase requisitions and purchase orders in a purchasing database.

SAK CHEM LLC - Dubai

2008/2014 Warehouse & Logistics Manager

Responsible for the specific operation and management of the warehouse and logistics centre and management.
Proficient in using warehouse management system (WMS). Supports the day-to-day operations of a warehouse. WMS programs enable centralized management of tasks such as tracking inventory levels and stock locations
Develop department management systems, post-operation procedures and best practice and continuously strive to optimize and improve them to meet the overall operational requirements of the company and the department.
Establish a routine inspection mechanism to ensure the effective operation of the security system of the warehouse and logistics centre, and ensure that the security measures are not overlooked.
Reasonably adjust the operational plan and personnel to ensure the smooth operation of each business process of the warehouse and logistics centre
Maintains Warehouse and Logistics (Document Controlling, Develop Procedure, and Organizing Controlling overall Operation).
Shipping, Receiving and overall distribution.
Movement all Materials (Deliveries through Courier, Drivers, Through Sea & Air Freight)
Handles a company’s customer Loaders, making sure merchandise is ready for delivery and properly handled.
Organizing and convening of departmental working meetings, analyzing relevant operational data, and following up and implementing improvement measures.
Regularly complete the collection, review, compilation, and analysis and reporting of periodic operation data reports of the department, and analyses, improve and solve the existing problems.
Responsible for transportation, stock control, warehousing and ensuring structures are in place to monitor the flow of goods and materials.
Preparation of Stock and Sales report. Monitoring the quantity and efficiency of the movement and storage of inventory. Process customer inquiries, Check product availability.
Prepare LPO, minutes of meetings Request Letters, Correspond with key Clients & Suppliers.
Order planning & processing, Shipping documentation such as import and export documents.
Making Invoices (Sales return, Stock Transfer out & IN, Material Costing), Impost, TCS, DHL’s booking and follow up daily delivery orders. Shipment tracking, LC, Money deposit, all banking work (bank dealing).Occasionally visit customer’s delivery points to review the level of customer satisfaction. Dealing with forwarding companies & Ports. Executes “Order Entry” or “Return” process. FOC and debit note reconciliation.Purchase all ingredients and packaging.
The planning, organization and arrangement of periodic warehouse inventory, inventory data and report review and submission.
Plan warehouses and distribution centres for efficiency in both operations and capacity
Organise transportation activities, including storage of goods, managing information accrued from point of origin to delivery, orchestrating transportation movements, and arranging for services as necessary
Coordinate and track the movement of goods through logistic pathways.
Execute logistics plan to move products and packages to reach destinations on schedule.
Review freight rates and other transportation costs to keep working costs low.
Maintains quality throughout the logistic processes.

The World Travel Pvt LTD - Pakistan

2005/2014 Operation Manager (IATA Travel & Tourism)

Reservation and Booking Galileo / Amadeus System. Coordinates with passengers & companies regarding their reservations, reconfirmations, fares and ticketing queries using Galileo at reservation counter.
Deal with hotel rates and reserved as per guest requirements. Coordinates with International & Domestic airlines to give feedback to all counter staff regarding their new policies and fares.
Maintains cash/credit sales& refund invoices. Compilation & Distribution of Special deals/Fares lists and updates to IATA and Non-IATA Agents.
Checking of Group Invoices & making a summary of the actual charges.
The travel & Tourism Specialist sell all travel and travel related products and services to the retail customers, which includes airline tickets, leisure products, car hire, hotel, package tours, visa and travel insurance services etc. Serve clients with utmost degrees of transparency, thoughtfulness and sense of client care.
Sound knowledge of Ticketing & Reservations including procedures and system.
Understanding of fare structures and preparation and maintenance of fares manuals.
Change management experience in public sector organizations.
Update of Travel Agent Commissions to the summary on daily basis.
Preparation of Team member City Leger statement on a monthly basis. Removing of paid Invoices and attaching unpaid invoices along with the statement.
Promoting and marketing the business, sometimes to new or niche markets.
Managing budgets and maintaining statistical and financial records.
Selling travel products and tour packages.
Sourcing products and destinations to meet consumer demands for bespoke travel and sustainable tourism.
Taking part in familiarisation visits to new destinations to gather information on issues and amenities of interest to consumers;
Liaising with travel partners, including airlines and hotels, to manage bookings and schedules, often one year in advance.
Dealing with customer enquiries and aiming to meet their expectations.
Overseeing the smooth, efficient running of the business.
Constantly motivating the sales team to hit their targets and ensure company profitability;
Meeting regularly with team leaders to give them sales figures and plan how they approach their work.
Meeting company directors who advise on strategy and finding out about any local issues and future trends.
Overseeing the recruitment, selection and retention of staff as well as payroll matters and staff training.
Organising incentives, bonus schemes and competitions.
Communicating with sales consultants and providing encouragement, help and advice.
Dealing with disciplinary matters and customer complaints.