ANA MARIE SALADAS
ABU DHABI,ABU DHABI
Summary
Accomplished Senior Procurement Professional with 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, contracts, and supply chain management across manufacturing, construction, and oil & gas industries in the UAE. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, high-value negotiations, supplier relationship management, forecasting, and contract administration. Recognized for driving cost efficiencies, ensuring quality compliance, and leading procurement operations that support organizational objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
SENIOR PROCUREMENT
UNION COPPER ROD
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2019.09 - 2026.02
- Lead procurement activities for raw materials and general supplies, ensuring quality compliance and cost efficiency.
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms with local and international suppliers.
- Draft and review contracts and AMC agreements prior to senior management approval.
- Plan and forecast factory material consumption on monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles to prevent shortages.
- Coordinate closely with production, sales, and logistics teams to align purchasing with demand forecasts.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Support procurement strategy development and implement process improvements to enhance service delivery.
- Managed procurement operations to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions.
- Handled disputes with vendors swiftly, preventing delays in deliveries and production.
Procurement Executive
CHINA PETROLEUM PIPELINE BUREAU
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2017.04 - 2019.05
- Conducted total cost analysis and evaluated supply chain scenarios to support procurement decisions.
- Issued RFQs, evaluated compliant offers, and maintained sourcing databases.
- Managed supplier documentation, shipment coordination, and order discrepancies.
- Liaised with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and stock accuracy.
- Negotiated contracts covering pricing, delivery timelines, and supply terms.
- Managed supplier relations for improved service quality.
CONTRACT & TENDER ASSISTANT
REXEL EMIRATES LLC
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2014.05 - 2017.02
- Prepared and evaluated commercial and technical bid documents (CBE/TBE) for internal approvals.
- Drafted supplier contracts and purchase orders in compliance with company guidelines.
- Coordinated with ADNOC Group on vendor prequalification, registration, and compliance requirements.
- Maintained procurement records, tenders, contracts, and correspondence.
- Provided logistics support and tracked inventory, delivery schedules, and expediting processes.
- Assisted with ISO, QMS, and OHSAS documentation and confidential registrations.
- Prepared comprehensive tender documents, increased potential for success.
PROJECT SECRETARY
DRAGON OFFHSHORE INDUSTRIES LLC FZE,
Sharjah UAE, United Arab Emirates
2011.11 - 2014.04
- Supported project managers with daily administrative and documentation requirements.
- Prepared purchase orders and verified specifications, pricing, and approvals.
- Maintained electronic and manual filing systems for project and financial records.
- Managed staff attendance and coordinated payroll with accounts personnel.
- Handled correspondence, drawings, and project documentation to support operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Customs Administration
1999.06 - 2003.03
Skills
- Senior procurement and strategic sourcing
- Vendor and contract negotiation
- Cost optimization and forecasting
- Contract drafting and administration
- RFQ, CBE, and TBE evaluation
- Inventory and materials planning
- Logistics and expediting
- Supplier relationship management
- Compliance and documentation control
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
Systems: QuickBooks, Aconex, MS Office Suite, PowerPoint
Languages
English
Certification
IMS INTERNAL AUDIT
Tatweer Consulting Training
IMS Internal Audit (ISO 9001, ISO 140001 ISO 45001)
Technical tools
SAP ERP
SAGE
QUICKBOOKS
ACONEX
INTERNET PROFICINT
MS OFFICE SUITE
POWERPOINT
Personal Information
Languages
ENGLISH
TAGALOG
BISAYA
Timeline
SENIOR PROCUREMENT - UNION COPPER ROD
2019.09 - 2026.02
Procurement Executive - CHINA PETROLEUM PIPELINE BUREAU
2017.04 - 2019.05
CONTRACT & TENDER ASSISTANT - REXEL EMIRATES LLC
2014.05 - 2017.02
PROJECT SECRETARY - DRAGON OFFHSHORE INDUSTRIES LLC FZE,
2011.11 - 2014.04
UNIVERSITY oF CEBU - Bachelor of Science, Customs Administration
1999.06 - 2003.03