A results-driven supply chain expert with 14 years of comprehensive experience across end-to-end supply chain functions, including procurement, logistics, inventory management, demand planning, and vendor relations. Adept at optimizing operations, reducing costs, and enhancing efficiency through data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex supplier networks, and drive strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals.
Ø Procurement: Sourcing high-quality ingredients from reliable suppliers while negotiating contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
Ø Inventory Management: Monitoring stock levels to prevent shortages or waste, implementing just-in-time inventory practices to optimize resources.
Ø Logistics Coordination: Planning and managing the transportation of food items to ensure timely delivery to meal preparation facilities and schools.
Ø Supplier Relations: Building strong relationships with suppliers to secure consistent product quality and negotiate favorable terms.
Ø Quality Control: Ensuring that all food safety and hygiene standards are met throughout the supply chain, conducting regular inspections and audits.
Ø Meal Planning: Collaborating with nutritionists to develop balanced menus that meet dietary requirements and preferences of the students.
Ø Budget Management: Overseeing the budget for food supplies, transportation, and labor, while seeking opportunities for cost savings.
Ø Data Analysis: Utilizing data to forecast demand, assess supply chain performance, and make informed decisions on purchasing and logistics.
Ø Compliance: Ensuring adherence to local and federal regulations regarding food safety, labor laws, and environmental standards.
Ø Collaboration: Working closely with kitchen staff, school administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and address any issues promptly.
Ø Sustainability Initiatives: Implementing practices to reduce waste and promote sustainable sourcing and packaging.
Ø Crisis Management: Developing contingency plans for supply chain disruptions, such as supplier issues or transportation delays, to ensure meal delivery continuity.
Ø Supervising relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Ø Negotiating contracts and terms for cost-effective procurement of software and hardware resources.
Ø Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in procurement.
Ø Managing inventory levels of IT assets, including hardware and software licenses.
Ø Implementing inventory tracking and maintenance systems.
Ø Coordinating shipping and receiving logistics for hardware and software products.
Ø Managing returns and replacements of defective products.
Major Responsibilities:Managing strategic leadership, technical & Official support to the logistics department at base level by analyzing logistics performance and assessment of the logistical.Ensuring overall logistics Management at base level, in term of planning, technical support to the team on chain management, warehouse management, fleet management, equipment/inventory management, ICT management and implementation of projects framework under logistics domain and lesion with partners related to logistics matters.
Supporting Programme activities in term of Procurement ,logistics, asset management ,overall all logistics managing at base office Quetta, in terms of planning, technical support to the team on fleet management, warehouse management & Inventory, ICT management and implementation of projects under logistics domain, lesion with partners regarding logistics related matters.
Ø Selecting and managing relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Ø Negotiating contracts and terms to ensure cost-effective procurement of software and hardware resources.
Ø Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements during the procurement process.
Ø Managing inventory levels of hardware, software licenses, and other IT assets.
Ø Implementing systems for tracking and maintaining inventory.
Ø Coordinating the logistics of shipping and receiving hardware and software products.
Ø Analyzing demand trends to forecast future inventory needs.
Ø Collaborating with other departments to anticipate and plan for future software and hardware requirements.
Ø Ensuring the quality and functionality of procured hardware and software.
Ø Managing returns and replacements of defective products.
Ø Working closely with other departments, such as IT, finance, and operations, to align supply chain activities with overall business goals.
Ø Communicating supply chain strategies and updates to stakeholders.
Ø Implementing sustainable practices in the procurement and disposal of IT assets.
Ø Promoting environmentally friendly initiatives within the supply chain.
Ø Sourcing and Procurement:
o Identify and evaluate potential suppliers.
o Negotiate contracts, terms, and prices with suppliers.
o Establish and maintain relationships with vendors.
Ø Inventory Management:
o Monitor inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock of raw materials.
o Plan and forecast future material requirements based on production schedules.
Ø Order Processing:
o Prepare and process purchase orders.
o Ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production deadlines.
Ø Quality Control:
o Inspect and verify the quality of materials received.
o Coordinate with suppliers for replacements or returns if the materials do not meet quality standards.
Ø Cost Management:
o Monitor and control procurement costs to stay within budget.
o Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Ø Documentation and Reporting:
o Maintain accurate records of purchases, inventory, and supplier agreements.
o Prepare regular reports on procurement activities and performance metrics.
Ø Compliance and Risk Management:
o Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and legal requirements.
o Assess and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruptions.
Ø Collaboration:
o Work closely with the production, quality control, and finance teams to align procurement with overall business objectives.
o Coordinate with logistics for the timely receipt and distribution of materials.
Ø Vendor Performance:
o Monitor and evaluate supplier performance based on criteria such as delivery times, quality, and pricing.
o Address any issues or discrepancies with suppliers promptly.
Ø Sustainability:
o Promote and implement sustainable procurement practices.
o Evaluate suppliers based on their environmental and social responsibility standards.
Ø Managing all the procurements of Save the Children (Quetta Program Office) as per the policies and procedures of INGOs
Ø Preparation of request for quotation and tender documents and ensuring to deliver it to reliable vendors
Ø Preparation of Bid-Analysis and Purchase Orders
Ø Preparation of procurement reports on monthly basis
Ø Preparation f official contracts and correspondence with suppliers/contractors
Ø Organizing procurement committee meetings for approval / selection of suppliers / service providers
Ø Conducting market survey and sourcing new suppliers / service providers
Ø Ensuring appropriate maintenance of office machinery through keeping record of warranties/ guarantee and after sale service
Ø Performed administrative activities regarding drafting the official contracts, lease agreements, possession of buildings, logistic supervision, meetings with govt personals, supervision of inventory, record keeping of admin documents)
Ø Administered Procurements of Flood Emergency Response (Hand pumps, Motor pumps and necessary assets, conducted market surveys and identification of suppliers )
Ø Executed Financial procedures of Field offices (cash counts, budgets, financial reports, Bank reconciliations , Salaries ,voucher maintenance , account records )
Ø Programmatic activities (distribution of shelter kits, payments to CFW labor, monitoring of hand pumps )
Ø Managed HR issues of field office ( Recruitments )
Ø Performed duties of SFP( Security focal person )
Ø MIS focal person ( installation of systems , wireless internet & supervision of local area network of field office )