SUFIAN MOHAMED ABDIN FADUL
Supply Chain Expert
Sharjah,S
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier management. Demonstrates proficiency in contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and budget management to drive cost reduction strategies and enhance financial analysis. Skilled in global procurement processes and supply chain management, with a proven track record of project leadership and coordination. Adept at utilising procurement software and ERP systems for efficient supplier assessment and international shipping regulations compliance. Career goal: to leverage global sourcing experience and advanced Excel skills to optimise warehouse management systems.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work history
Head of Supply Chain Unit
UNFPA
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Led Supply Chain Unit, providing technical guidance to all units on UNFPA Supplies and overseeing commodity delivery.
- Directed supply chain system to ensure it was responsive and resilient for program units and partners in both development and humanitarian contexts.
- Coordinated and supervised all procurement activities at Country Office level to expand fair access to quality SRH and GBV products and services.
- Cultivated strong partnerships, including with private sector, to strategically strengthen reproductive health commodity security.
Reproductive Health Commodity Security Project Officer
UNFPA
04.2014 - 08.2022
- Managed implementation of Reproductive Health Commodity Security plan, fostering collaboration between government and development partners to advance program objectives.
- Developed and executed realistic integration plans for health system strengthening and demand creation in reproductive health.
- Oversaw fiscal integrity by reviewing fund requests, preparing budget revisions, and ensuring project expenditures aligned with approved budgets and delivery targets.
- Analyzed project progress and identified constraints, implementing proactive risk mitigation strategies and recommending corrective actions.
- Supported innovative program components, including interventions in humanitarian settings and areas such as FP, MNH/PMTCT, and post-abortion care.
- Collaborated on establishment of monitoring and evaluation systems for reproductive health commodity security, integrating these issues into national logistics planning.
- Assisted in developing strategies to harmonize and integrate various essential health commodity supply chains.
- Conducted feasibility studies and research to identify and overcome barriers to providing reproductive health commodities in remote areas.
- Supported federal and state-level procurement forecasting, initiated strategic sourcing, and monitored delivery to target destinations.
Team Leader: Procurement & Supply Chain Management (Global Fund ATM)
Central Medical Supplies Public Corp. Sudan
07.2011 - 04.2014
- Managed and supervised logistics operators at state, locality, and facility levels to improve system performance.
- Provided comprehensive on-job training for logistics staff, enhancing team capabilities and operational efficiency.
- Developed plans for rational use and pharmacovigilance in collaboration with Global Fund-supported programs.
- Established operational coordination group with key PSM focal persons, WHO, and UNDP to streamline cross-organizational efforts.
- Reviewed and analyzed quarterly logistics reports, including consumption, inventories, expiries, and stock status.
- Collaborated with Axios International to assess and redesign supply chain management system, leading to more efficient framework.
- Generated comprehensive quarterly reports for program oversight and stakeholder communication.
Deputy Director, Revolving Drug Fund & States Affairs
Central Medical Supplies Public Corp. Sudan
01.2010 - 06.2011
- Directed and monitored technical and financial performance of four Revolving Drug Fund (RDF) projects nationwide.
- Reviewed and approved monthly supply requests from RDF projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Collected, collated, and analyzed routine data to monitor health facility coverage and pharmaceutical product availability.
- Reviewed and analyzed quarterly project reports, generating progress reports for internal review.
- Achieved streamlined operations with systematic approach to task delegation.
- Reviewed performance metrics, ensuring alignment with set objectives.
- Improved department functionality by implementing efficient work processes.
- Fostered teamwork atmosphere with open communication channels establishment.
- Ensured compliance with regulations by conducting regular audits.
- Drove continuous improvement by developing strategic performance indicators across operations.
- Managed and supervised team members, providing mentorship and guidance.
Sales & Marketing Pharmacist
Central Medical Supplies Public Corp. Sudan
02.2000 - 12.2009
- Cultivated relationships and promoted Central Medical Supplies services to a diverse client base, including public and private hospitals, health facilities and NGOs.
- Drove client acquisition and ensured high levels of client satisfaction.
- Generated quarterly progress reports to track performance and inform business strategy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Khartoum
Khartoum08.1999
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Contract Negotiation
- Supplier Management
- Budget Management
- Global Procurement Processes
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement Software
- International shipping regulations understanding
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Supply Chain Unit
UNFPA
09.2022 - 06.2025
Reproductive Health Commodity Security Project Officer
UNFPA
04.2014 - 08.2022
Team Leader: Procurement & Supply Chain Management (Global Fund ATM)
Central Medical Supplies Public Corp. Sudan
07.2011 - 04.2014
Deputy Director, Revolving Drug Fund & States Affairs
Central Medical Supplies Public Corp. Sudan
01.2010 - 06.2011
Sales & Marketing Pharmacist
Central Medical Supplies Public Corp. Sudan
02.2000 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Khartoum
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