Global supply chain professional with extensive experience in optimizing procurement, contracts and vendor management processes. Recognized for strong team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Highly reliable, adaptable to changing needs, and proficient in strategic planning in cross-functional international organizations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Supply Chain Manager
TGT Oilfield Diagnostics
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
09.2022 - Current
Company Overview: Upstream Oil & Gas, downhole tool manufacturer with in-house R&D and manufacturing.
Achieved 2.5% savings on a CAPEX spend of USD 15M
Tied down several legacy vendors with Long Term Agreements
Develop and Oversee Corporate HQ and global operation Supply Chain functions ensuring efficient sourcing, purchasing and logistics operations are followed
Develop and implement Supply chain process and strategies focusing on cost reduction, risk mitigation, operational efficiency and lean management
Oversee the establishment of UAE manufacturing facility
Project managing the construction in accordance with LEED GOLD standard incl
Overall CAPEX spend for machinery, equipment, raw materials and consumables whilst supporting global operations and a central R&D team
Manage a team of procurement and SCM professionals, providing guidance and training, performance evaluation to align with TGT’s sustainability goals
Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, legal and finance teams, to ensure timely procurement of materials and services, while maintaining compliance policies and industry regulations
Establish and maintain relationships with key legacy suppliers, negotiating LTA contracts to ensure the best value for the company with minimal risk exposure
Monitor market trends, supplier performance and industry development to identify opportunities for improvement
Oversee the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring accurate documentation, timely execution, and effective communication with internal teams and external vendors
Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize inventory levels, minimize lead times, and enhance overall supply chain performance.
Supply Chain Project Manager
WOOD PLC
Dubai
05.2014 - 07.2022
Company Overview: PMC/EP&C Contractor for Oil & Gas ONSHORE AND OFSHORE
Led a team of Contract Specialists, Buyers and Expeditors for an avg
Overall spend of ~USD100 Million/year; that include handling multiple long-term services contracts including Principal Contracts, PMC’s, EPC’s, O&M, procurement of capital equipment/packages, individual category spends and entire project logistics for onshore/offshore, green & brownfield projects
Key Projects handled: Basrah Gas Company / Shell – Flare Gas capture and processing, South of Iraq
ExxonMobil - West Qurna 1, Iraq - PMC3, PMC4 and Sys Com contracts
Provide support for WOOD UK: Shutdown O&M and MRO support (on offshore jack up rigs, FSU’s & FPSO’s)
TAQA – PMC & EP Greenfield CPF for Atrush block, Erbil Iraq
Banagas - Sitra Storage expansion and pipelines FEED, Bahrain
NCOC – Atyrau Upgrades Project in Kazakhstan
Lead Procurement and Sub-Contracts
PUNJ LLOYD
Dubai
03.2010 - 04.2014
Company Overview: PMC/EP&C Contractor for Oil & Gas
Led a team of specialist engineers through several international PMC & EPC projects in Iraq, UAE, East Africa, Mexico and Kazakhstan for key IOC’s & NOC’s
PMC of Frontera >$2 Billion – Aguascalientes NG Transportation system, Mexico
EPC of Oil Gathering System >$800 Million, CPF & Water supply system at West Qurna 2, Iraq
Songas Gas Infrastructure Expansion Project >$650 million, Tanzania
Kurdistan Iraq Crude Export Pipeline Project >$900 Million, Iraq
Manager Proposals & Project Procurement
Afras Ltd
Dubai
12.2002 - 02.2010
Company Overview: Oil & Gas / Relief agencies
Started as a Sales Engineer; following consistent delivery over a 3-year period was then promoted to lead the Procurement and Proposals department
Successfully lead a team in tendering, procurement, managing & execution of several Projects from tendering process to closeout
Contracts developed using FIDIC/NEC contracts for O&G companies and FAR/DFAR for US Govt