Linda Colaco
Summary
Experienced professional with 18 years in Dubai, specializing in Project Control, Sourcing and Procurement, Operations, Job Planning, Order Processing, Project Coordination, and Office Administration.
Proficient in TALLY PEACHTREE, FOCUS V6, D‐TOOLS, EPICOR, ACONEX, SAP ARIBA Spend Management, GIAMS, Salesforce, COMMA CMMS Inventory Modules, and IVIVA smart building and facilities management solutions. Currently with Al Futtaim Group at Dubai Festival City Mall's Imagine – The Laser Light and Fountain Show. Career includes roles with top Audio-Visual Integration and Entertainment companies in the UAE. Expertise in Specialist Sourcing, Purchasing Strategies, Projects Planning, and Vendor Management. Skilled in policy and procedure development with strong communication and management capabilities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement and Operations Analyst
Al Futtaim
07.2018 - Current
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, delivering results within tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Optimized operational efficiency by analyzing and streamlining processes.
- Improved team productivity by implementing effective workflow strategies and time management techniques.
- Created custom reports and visualizations to support decision-making processes.
- Managed end-to-end procurement from requisition to reconciliation, maintaining strict adherence to policies.
- Established and nurtured robust vendor relationships, emphasizing profitability and superior service delivery.
- Effectively controlled annual Operation and Capital Expenditure Budgets, including budgets for special events.
- Independently sourced vendors across diverse categories like Audio, Video, Lighting, and Special Effects.
- Utilized SAP ARIBA for Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders, ensuring procedural compliance.
- Reduced Repair and Maintenance costs by 30% through strategic procurement and negotiation.
- Received multiple awards, including "Shukran Card" thrice for early event deliverables and "Best Employee of the Month" for exceptional performance.
- Successfully managed departmental budgets and participated in inter-departmental skill competitions.
- Facilitated events by strategically sourcing and procuring necessary materials, ensuring timely delivery through.
Senior Projects Controller / Procurement and Opera
ALMOE AV Systems - ALMOE Group Of Companies
03.2005 - 06.2018
- Monitoring project progress to ensure adherence to schedule and budget, anticipating and mitigating potential issues.
- Providing regular updates to stakeholders, including executives and project teams.
- Coordinating with suppliers and vendors to ensure contractual obligations were met.
- Managing subcontractor payments and project accounting.
- Generating project status and financial reports for management review.
- Handling procurement processes from requisition to warehouse delivery.
- Tracking equipment delivery schedules to project sites.
- Developing and monitoring project budgets based on estimates.
- Collaborating across departments to ensure timely material availability.
- Ensuring contract compliance and managing changes as needed.
- Representing the team in contract negotiations and managing client relationships.
- Handling sales and achieving record-breaking targets as Brand Manager for Extron Electronics.
- Managing sales inquiries, quotations, and closing deals.
- Arranging Performance Bonds and Advance Payment Guarantees as per project requirements
Executive Assistant
Al Mahabara Office Equipment Trading
03.2002 - 02.2005
- Managed all sales activities, ensuring prompt response to customer inquiries and maintaining high service standards.
- Provided administrative support by drafting proposals, contracts, emails, and internal documents for the sales team and managers.
- Handled office correspondence, prepared agreements, quotations, and proposals.
- Generated daily and monthly sales reports, and developed business plans for UAE operations.
- Oversaw ordering and ensured timely delivery of goods to customers.
- Resolved sales issues and conducted follow-up meetings with clients to assess business plan effectiveness.
- Managed customer accounts and addressed product or service problems promptly.
- Prepared and analyzed product/service reports using customer data.
- Drafted quarterly business activity statements for senior management.
- Managed day-to-day client operations and prepared documents such as invoices, reports, memos, and financial statements using word processors and spreadsheets.
Sales Coordinator
Al Mahabara - Gifts And Novelties Division
10.1999 - 02.2002
- Managed word processing and collation of official documents such as annual reports and contracts.
- Coordinated recognition events and cross-departmental communication, resolving day-to-day administrative and operational challenges.
- Ensured accuracy and completeness of existing documents, maintaining an effective document control system.
- Administered office files and records, including invoicing and payment processing.
- Provided efficient client relations through phone and email management.
- Organized company hospitality functions and managed guest accommodations and travel arrangements.
- Maintained office supplies and coordinated inter-departmental activities.
- Received 'Employee of the Year' award in recognition of exceptional contributions.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University
Correspondence International Educational Institute2001
All India Senior School Certificate Examination -
Emirates English Speaking School
Dubai1998
Skills
- Reporting skills
- Operational Efficiency
- Reporting abilities
- Workflow Optimization
- Process updates
- Forecasting skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Project Management
- Budget Preparation
Accomplishments
Been an integral part of various prestigious projects by contributing through specialist sourcing and procurement ensuring timely deliverables on major projects such as
Bay by Social
DC Aviation 10th year Anniversary
Ripe by the bay (Expo 2020)
Blue Reward Card Launch
Liter of Lights – 3000 units – Guinness World Record in Sustainability
UAE National Day – Show Content support
COP 28 – Drone Show
New Year's Eve – Fireworks (State of the Art Show)
Supporting Events such as EMIGALA, DIAFA, SUHO Concerts, Middle East Fighting Championship
Worked on major Audio‐Visual projects in terms of project procurement from P2P, to name a few
City walk Roxy Cinemas
Dubai Parks and Resorts
Blue waters – Magic Mirrors
Gems – Smart Learning Projects
Eastern Mangrove – Ball Rooms and Auditorium
Emirates Airlines – Training Rooms
Schlumberger – Training Rooms and Conference Rooms
Madinat Jumeirah – Ball Rooms and Spas
City walk Roxy Cinemas.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Arabic
Beginner (A1)
konkani
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Procurement and Operations Analyst
Al Futtaim
07.2018 - Current
Senior Projects Controller / Procurement and Opera
ALMOE AV Systems - ALMOE Group Of Companies
03.2005 - 06.2018
Executive Assistant
Al Mahabara Office Equipment Trading
03.2002 - 02.2005
Sales Coordinator
Al Mahabara - Gifts And Novelties Division
10.1999 - 02.2002
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University
All India Senior School Certificate Examination -
Emirates English Speaking School
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