ASAD ABDUL RAHIMAN
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Highly motivated Procurement and Retail Professional with over 6 years of experience, including 4 years in the retail industry and 2 years as an FMCG Buyer. Experienced in purchasing, supplier sourcing, procurement planning, order expediting, invoice processing, and supply chain coordination. Proven track record of managing procurement activities, negotiating favorable terms with suppliers, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely availability of products while controlling costs.
Skilled in analyzing market trends, evaluating supplier performance, and implementing effective purchasing strategies to support business objectives. Demonstrated ability to coordinate with internal departments, clients, and suppliers to ensure seamless operations and efficient inventory management. Strong expertise in procurement negotiations, cost optimization, and resolving commercial and operational issues while maintaining compliance with company policies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior buyer
Abu Dhabi Fishermen Cooperative Society (ADFCS)
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2022.08 - Current
- Reviewed purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company guidelines.
- Collaborated with sales team to forecast demand accurately.
- Expedited order processing with detailed record keeping.
- Developed a robust system of internal controls over procurement activities to mitigate risk.
- Managed stock levels for reduced warehouse costs.
- Boosted efficiency by implementing new purchasing procedures.
- Established strong vendor relations to enhance supply chain management.
- Negotiated contracts for improved supplier relationships.
- Executed purchasing orders, improving stock inventory levels.
- Led cross-functional team meetings to promote collaboration in procurement tasks.
- Identified potential new suppliers for strategic expansion initiatives.
- Collaborated with sales teams to align purchasing strategies with sales targets.
- Boosted supplier relations by fostering open lines of communication.
- Monitored market trends, staying ahead of industry changes.
- Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices, resolving issues promptly.
- Evaluated supplier performance for quality control measures.
- Conducted market research, identifying competitive pricing trends.
- Monitored delivery progress and contacted clients and suppliers to minimise delivery delays.
Buyer
Lulu Group International (Buyer-Fresh Food)
2020.11 - 2026.06
- Selecting new products and reviewing the old products
- Mainly concentrated in chilled and dairy, fruits and vegetables, Bakery, In-house, Meat and Fish category
- Finding the right suppliers
- Ensuring the products are delivered on time
- Pitching ideas to senior management
- Inventory control and management
- Raising purchase orders as per the requirement
- Evaluated product performance regularly; ensured alignment with business needs.
Buyer
Lulu Group International (Buyer-Supermarket)
2020.01 - 2020.10
- Mainly concentrated in Grocery food, Nonfood, Health and beauty, Frozen foods and roastery category
- Finding the right suppliers
- Ensuring the products are delivered on time
- Inventory control and management
- Raising purchase orders as per the requirement
Sales executive
Agromart Pvt Ltd (Sales)
2019.04 - 2019.12
- Generated leads to meet monthly targets
- Ensured customer satisfaction through effective interaction management
- Coordinated invoice processing and delivery logistics
Education
Master's in Business Administration - Marketing and Finance
Nehru School of Management
Kearala, Palakkad 2017.04 - 2019.03
Bachelor of Commerce - Cooperation
Calicut University
Kerala 2014.04 - 2017.03
Skills
- Negotiation
- Relationship building
- In-depth knowledge of retail industry
- Administration
- Quick Learner
- SAP ERP
- Sourcing expertise
- Purchase order processing
- MS word, Excel, Office
- Strategic supplier partnerships building
- Forecasting accuracy
- Knowledge of erp systems
- Demand planning accuracy
- Sourcing strategies development
- Demand and supply balancing
- Just-In-Time delivery methodologies
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Fluent
HINDI
Fluent
MALAYALAM
Fluent
TAMIL
Upper intermediate
Arabic
Advanced
Timeline
Senior buyer
Abu Dhabi Fishermen Cooperative Society (ADFCS)
2022.08 - Current
Buyer
Lulu Group International (Buyer-Fresh Food)
2020.11 - 2026.06
Buyer
Lulu Group International (Buyer-Supermarket)
2020.01 - 2020.10
Sales executive
Agromart Pvt Ltd (Sales)
2019.04 - 2019.12
Master's in Business Administration - Marketing and Finance
Nehru School of Management
2017.04 - 2019.03
Bachelor of Commerce - Cooperation
Calicut University
2014.04 - 2017.03