Junaid VP (CIPS L4-UK)
DUBAI
Summary
CIPS-UK Certified Procurement Specialist with 10 years of experience in UAE’s real estate, construction, and facilities management sectors. Expert in managing the full procurement cycle, strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier relations to optimize value and minimize risks. Holds an MBA in Finance and Marketing, with strong communication skills and ERP expertise (SAP, Oracle). Proven track record in cost reduction, TCO analysis, SRM, and stakeholder management. Known for improving procurement efficiencies and excelling in vendor negotiations and inventory management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement In-Charge
Al Fattan Properties (Real Estate, Property Developing & FM)
Dubai
10.2020 - Current
- Oversee procurement for residential, commercial, private, and charity properties across the UAE.
- Manage the entire procurement cycle: sourcing, vendor selection, negotiations, contracts, and administration.
- Implement cost-reduction strategies, inventory management, and purchasing policies.
- Manage vendor relationships, monitor supplier performance, and oversee subcontractor activities.
- Assess and analyze procurement needs for various products and services.
- Oversee procurement for property development, maintenance, and construction.
- Optimize sourcing, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and procurement workflows.
- Develop procurement policies to improve cost efficiency, and supplier reliability.
- Align procurement strategies with organizational goals in property development and maintenance.
Procurement Officer
Fujairah National Construction (FNC) - Construction Sector
Dubai
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Engage with vendors and subcontractors to source products/services through market research.
- Negotiate technical and commercial terms for cost-effective procurement.
- Collaborate with the project team for material approvals and submissions.
- Conduct market research to identify suitable material suppliers.
- Issue LPOs and subcontracts, finalizing contract terms.
- Ensure timely delivery of products and services by communicating with suppliers.
- Assess vendor options, and secure the best value through negotiation.
- Coordinate with the project team for material approvals and documentation.
- Manage supplier relationships and procurement contracts for timely fulfillment.
Procurement Officer
Al Jarf Building Material (Building Material, Hardware & Tools)
06.2015 - 05.2019
- Source products/services through vendor and subcontractor engagement and market research.
- Negotiate terms for cost-effective procurement.
- Collaborate with the project team for material approvals.
- Identify suitable material suppliers through market research.
- Issue LPOs and subcontracts, finalizing contract terms.
- Ensure timely delivery by communicating with suppliers.
- Assess vendor options and secure the best value.
- Manage supplier relationships and procurement contracts for timely fulfillment.
Purchase Assistant
Al Shirawi Group (Facilities Management)
12.2013 - 09.2014
- Support the Purchase Manager in supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms.
- Handle purchase requisitions, create RFQs, obtain quotations, and generate purchase orders using Oracle.
- Liaise with vendors, clients, and officials on material specifications and requirements.
- Work with the accounts department to facilitate supplier payments.
- Assist in negotiations for cost-effective procurement solutions.
- Manage RFQ processes, review quotations, and ensure accurate procurement documentation.
- Ensure smooth communication on material specifications and procurement needs.
- Coordinate with finance to process supplier invoices and payments.
- Maintain an organized procurement database tracking purchase records and supplier interactions.
- Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to streamline operations, and ensure timely deliveries.
Procurement Assistant
Infosys (Infrastructure)
Bangalore
03.2010 - 01.2012
- Generate purchase orders (POs) and manage vendor transactions using SAP MM Module.
- Maintain accurate records of purchased items, deliveries, and invoices.
- Initiate purchase requests and process goods receipts (GRN) via SAP/e-Procurement.
- Facilitate communication with vendors, clients, and officials in a global environment.
- Ensure vendor compliance while managing POs in SAP MM Module.
- Track purchases, deliveries, and financial documents in an organized procurement database.
- Process requisitions and verify goods received through SAP and e-Procurement platforms.
- Coordinate with international vendors and stakeholders for procurement operations.
- Accurately record all procurement transactions in SAP from PO creation to GRN processing.
- Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to streamline workflows in a multinational setting.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Marketing & Finance
Kannur University
03.2009
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Commerce Degree
Calicut University
03.2006
Skills
- Purchasing processes
- Price negotiation
- Supplier contracts
- Purchasing
- Process improvements
- Purchasing strategies
- Stakeholder management
- Effective communication
- Order Placement
- Strategic sourcing
- Vendor relationship management
- Purchase order creation
- Value for money through Life Cycle Costing (TCO)
- Proficiency in ERP, SAP, and Oracle
- New vendor setup
- Supplier relationship management
- Supply chain planning
- Knowledgeable in ERP, SAP, and Oracle
- Writing and verbal communication
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/30/85
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Islam
Certification
- CIPS-UK L4
- UGC NET
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Malayalam, Native
- Hindi, Fluent
- Arabic, Intermediate
Learning Outcome
- Scope & Influence of Procurement & Supply
- Commercial Contracting
- Commercial Negotiation
- Whole Life Asset Management
- Defining Business Need
- Ethical and Responsible Sourcing
- Supplier Relationships
- Procurement and Supply in Practice
Licenses Certificates
- UAE Driving License
- CIPS L4 (UK)
- UGC NET (National Eligibility Test)
Languages
Malayalam
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Procurement In-Charge
Al Fattan Properties (Real Estate, Property Developing & FM)
10.2020 - Current
Procurement Officer
Fujairah National Construction (FNC) - Construction Sector
05.2019 - 10.2020
Procurement Officer
Al Jarf Building Material (Building Material, Hardware & Tools)
06.2015 - 05.2019
Purchase Assistant
Al Shirawi Group (Facilities Management)
12.2013 - 09.2014
Procurement Assistant
Infosys (Infrastructure)
03.2010 - 01.2012
- CIPS-UK L4
- UGC NET
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Marketing & Finance
Kannur University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Commerce Degree
Calicut University
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