Vaisakh KS
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Results-oriented procurement and supply chain expert with over 8 years of UAE experience, specializing in FMCG and food sectors. Skilled in comprehensive procurement of direct and indirect materials, OEM spare parts, services, and construction materials, while overseeing group-level purchasing under SLAs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Buyer Direct and Indirect Materials
Mezzan holding Co.
Dubai
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Led complex procurement activities for direct and indirect categories, aligning sourcing strategies with organisational goals.
- Managed supplier relationships to cultivate long-term partnerships and conduct regular performance evaluations.
- Negotiated intricate contracts and pricing agreements to secure cost savings and favourable outcomes.
- Identified potential new suppliers for strategic expansion initiatives.
- Established long-term contracts for steady supply flow.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies in procurement operations, reducing potential losses.
- Led cross-functional team meetings to promote collaboration in procurement tasks.
- Analysed total cost of ownership to develop strategies for cost reduction while maintaining quality and delivery timelines.
- Collaborated with finance, operations, and product development to ensure alignment with overall business objectives.
- Monitored market trends and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks.
- Prepared and presented detailed reports on procurement activities and risk management to senior management.
- Ensured compliance with procurement standards and legal requirements.
Senior Purchase Officer - Procurement
AAB Tools Industrial supplies LLC
Dubai, UAE
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed category procurement for brands including Bosch, Makita, and Husqvarna.
- Oversaw procurement during events like Big5, ensuring supplier and client demands were met.
- Processed RFQs from digital marketing and e-commerce departments to promote company brands.
- Collaborated with e-commerce platform development team to enhance product range.
- Handled RFQs from hospitality sector and EPC projects, managing inquiries from major clients.
- Processed orders valued between 3-5 million AED efficiently.
- Assisted ISO audit by coordinating with internal auditors to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
- Conducted vendor registration and KPI evaluations, providing reports to ISO audit team.
- Fostered strong relationships with key suppliers for mutual benefit.
- Ensured quality control measures were followed during product selection and delivery.
- Implemented sustainable purchasing practices, contributing to company's CSR objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for improved terms and conditions.
- Managed tender process, interviewing and comparing bids to maximise contract terms.
Senior Purchase Officer
Al Jessour building materials L.L.C
Dubai
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Managed procurement and supply chain for 15 outlets across U.A.E.
- Negotiated contract terms and pricing with suppliers to ensure value.
- Evaluated vendor KPIs and conducted risk assessments on new suppliers.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff for optimal material storage and inventory management.
- Tracked orders to guarantee timely deliveries and maintained accurate purchase records.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on procurement activities, including total spend analysis.
- Collaborated with accounts department to resolve payment discrepancies efficiently.
- Monitored compliance with company policies regarding procurement processes.
Purchase Executive
Al Jessour building materials Trading LLC
Ajman, UAE
04.2017 - 01.2020
- Conducted market analysis to identify cost-effective procurement solutions.
- Negotiated and finalised purchase orders with suppliers for timely goods delivery.
- Held regular meetings with vendors to review contracts and secure better deals.
- Assisted in budget development by forecasting future procurement requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and performance metrics.
- Evaluated supplier proposals based on quality, cost, delivery terms, and service levels.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Ahalia school of engineering and technology
India 01.2012 - 04.2016
CIPS - Procurement and Supply chain Management
Certified Institute of Procurement and Supply chain
Dubai 02.2023 -
Skills
- Supplier negotiation
- Contract management
- Total cost analysis
- Market research
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Supplier performance evaluation
- Report generation
- Cost analysis proficiency
- RFQ, rfp, rfi experience
- Knowledge of e-sourcing platforms
- Proficient in erp systems
- Global procurement understanding
- Strategic planning capabilities
- Audit compliance checks
- eProcurement
- End to end strategic procurement
- eSourcing
- Procure-to-pay (P2P) systems
- KPI monitoring and reporting
- Excel proficiency
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Exemplary verbal and written communicator
- Ingredient sourcing and procurement
ERP Software
ERP Software: SAP, ORACLE, Odoo, WMS
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Malayalam
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Buyer Direct and Indirect Materials
Mezzan holding Co.
03.2024 - 07.2025
CIPS - Procurement and Supply chain Management
Certified Institute of Procurement and Supply chain
02.2023 -
Senior Purchase Officer - Procurement
AAB Tools Industrial supplies LLC
09.2022 - 03.2024
Senior Purchase Officer
Al Jessour building materials L.L.C
06.2020 - 09.2022
Purchase Executive
Al Jessour building materials Trading LLC
04.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Ahalia school of engineering and technology
01.2012 - 04.2016
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