Faisal P

Global Procurement & Supply Chain Manager

Jan 2023 - Present • 3 yrs 7 mos

Manage global procurement and supply chain operations for food, FMCG, beverages, agricultural chemicals, building materials, machinery, industrial equipment, and automotive spare parts. Oversee sourcing, negotiations, SAP-based order management, and logistics for exports to Angola, DR Congo, Tanzania, Sudan, South Sudan, Republic of Congo, and European markets.  Lead global procurement processes, including supplier identification, price negotiations, quality assessments, and RFQ execution across multiple countries  Manage client orders through the SAP ERP system, overseeing the purchase order (PO) process and supplier coordination  Optimize supply chain operations, reducing costs by 20% through strategic vendor negotiations and logistics improvements  Manage category managers and coordinate with finance for aligned procurement and payments  Manage shipping logistics, ensuring on-time delivery and consistent client communication  Attend international trade exhibitions to source suppliers and secure multi-million-dollar purchase orders  Monitor market trends and supplier performance to foster continuous improvement

Import/Export and Procurement Manager

Oct 2011 - May 2012 • 7 mos

Directed sourcing and export of FMCG, food products, chemicals, and building materials to African markets. Managed supplier negotiations, shipping, documentation, and customs compliance.  Successfully managed import/export operations for diverse product categories, ensuring compliance with international trade laws  Negotiated with major shipping lines to secure competitive freight rates, reducing logistics costs by 15%  Streamlined documentation processes, including Commercial Invoices, Bills of Lading (BOL), Certificates of Origin (CO), Health Certificates, and Phytosanitary Certificates  Implemented supplier selection criteria, improving supplier reliability and performance  Coordinated with clearing agents and transporters to ensure smooth customs clearance and timely delivery

International Procurement and Trade Assistant

Oct 2011 - May 2012 • 7 mos

Provided operational support in procurement and trade documentation while managing warehouse inventory and shipment tracking.  Assisted in preparing purchase orders (PO), proforma invoices, and shipping documentation  Managed warehouse inventory and supported stock optimization  Tracked shipments and provided regular updates to customers on ETD/ETA  Ensured accurate and timely delivery of goods, maintaining high customer satisfaction