
Abdalla Alaa Ibrahim
Purchasing Specialist at Saint-Gobain Glass Egypt
Suez, Suez, EgyptWork Experience
Purchasing SpecialistFull Time
Saint-Gobain Glass Egypt
Jan 2023 - Present -2 yrs, 7 months
Egypt , Suez
- Job Details:o Led procurement activities for [Steel Fabrication, Civil Work, Utilities, IT, Packing Material, Freight and customs clearance], including sourcing, request for quotation, vendor selection, and contract negotiation, to reduce purchasing costs. o Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services while maintaining quality standards. o Implement cost-saving initiatives such as competitive bidding processes, to meet company benchmark price and budget and reduce annual procurement expenses. o Negotiated favorable terms and conditions with vendors, including pricing, payment terms, and service level agreements, resulting in improved contract terms and risk mitigation. o Collaborated cross-functionally with departments such as finance, operations, and logistics to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels. o Utilized ERP systems (SAP) to manage purchase orders, and generate procurement reports for management review. o Conducted regular supplier performance evaluations to assess quality, delivery, and pricing, and implemented corrective actions as needed to drive continuous improvement. o Stayed updated on industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory requirements to anticipate potential supply chain disruptions and mitigate risks. o Managed the bidding process for import and export clearance services, evaluating proposals and selecting the most suitable vendors based on service quality and cost-effectiveness. o Coordinated with shipping lines and freight forwarders to obtain competitive offers for import and export shipments, adeptly negotiating favorable pricing and service terms. o Acted as the primary liaison with customs brokers and freight forwarders for import shipment logistics, ensuring smooth coordination and timely handling of customs clearance procedures.
Planning SpecialistFull Time
YanJan Egypt Products Co.Ltd
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 -11 months
Egypt , Suez
- Job Details:o Developed production schedules and material plans based on demand forecasts, ensuring optimal inventory levels and on-time delivery of finished goods. o Create Master Production Schedule (MPS) in monthly & weekly basis and perform short- and long-term schedule planning. o Collaborated with cross-functional teams including production, procurement, and logistics to coordinate material requirements and production schedules, to increase production efficiency. o Utilized MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems to generate purchase orders, track inventory levels, and manage production schedules, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory. o Conducted capacity planning and production analysis to identify bottlenecks and optimize resource utilization, to reduce production lead times. o Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and components, resolving any supply chain disruptions to minimize production downtime. o Developed and maintained production reports and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights to management for decision-making. o Monitor inventory levels against agreed target levels and create regular statistical reports and analysis.
Operation CoordinatorFull Time
PICO Energy
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 -1 yr, 11 months
Egypt , Suez
- Job Details:o Coordinated procurement activities, including vendor selection, purchase order processing, and material acquisition, to support project timelines and production schedules. o Collaborated with project managers and cross-functional teams to develop project plans, outlining timelines, resource requirements, and material needs to ensure project milestones are met. o Managed project budgets and expenses related to procurement activities, tracking costs and expenditures to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints. o Liaised with suppliers and subcontractors to negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services within project timelines. o Provided regular status updates and reports, highlighting key milestones, risks, and mitigation strategies to ensure project success. o Coordinated logistics and transportation activities to facilitate the timely delivery of materials and equipment to project sites, optimizing cost and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Bachelor of business administration from faculty of commerce English section
Suez Canal University (SCU)Jan 2015 - Jan 2019 - 4 yr
Skills
- Purchasing
- Problem Analysis and Problem-Solving
- Planning and Organizing
- Supply Chain
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Team Work
- Procurement
- MRP
- Material Planning
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Languages
English
Fluent
Training & Certifications
Import & Export Management
Supply Chain Society·2022Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM)
Highly professional institute (HPA)·2020