Rohith Salian

Procurement and Supply Chain Director with 32 years' experience across Facilities Management, Real Estate, Property Development, and Construction sectors — including 17 years in Contracting & Facilities Management and 12 years in Real Estate, Property Development, and Interior Fit-Out. Delivers 15%+ cost savings, leads ERP and RPA-driven transformations, and builds resilient, risk-managed supply chains — accountable for annual procurement spend of AED 700M across 450+ suppliers. Proven track record of navigating major disruptions, including COVID-19 and Red Sea freight crises, without loss of service continuity.

Extensive FM contract exposure (hard and soft services) across iconic Dubai landmarks, government entities, schools, and leading banks — including Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall, Dubai Municipality, RTA, and Emirates NBD. 29 years' experience in the UAE market, with deep knowledge of local supplier ecosystems, regulatory frameworks, and cultural business practices.

Director – Procurement and Stores at Imdaad LLC (2019-03 – Present)

Leads Procurement, Stores, Logistics, and Administration functions supporting all Business Units.

• Accountable for annual procurement spend of AED 700M across 450+ suppliers.
• Leads a team of 32 procurement, stores, and logistics professionals across 7 sites / business units.
• Achieved 90% SLA compliance and 96% on-time material delivery by implementing policies and procedures aligned with company objectives and compliance standards.
• Delivered 15%+ cost savings through strategic contract negotiations and reduced inventory carrying costs by 30% (from AED 10M to AED 7M average monthly), optimising operational efficiency.
• Delivered a AED 3M, 25,000 sq. ft. turnkey Interior Fit-Out project — implementing ERP and Robotic Process Automation and outsourcing fixed-route transportation for operational efficiency.
• Streamlined supply chain operations by enhancing logistics, reconfiguring systems, and introducing rebate agreements and Category Management.
• Managed RFPs, subcontractor agreements, tendering activities, and vendor performance while driving innovation, sustainability, and technology adoption.
• Led procurement crisis response during COVID-19 — renegotiated supplier and subcontractor contracts, restructured workforce logistics and accommodation sourcing to meet government capacity mandates, and secured critical PPE and health & safety inventory valued at AED 2M, maintaining uninterrupted supply to 400+ client sites throughout the pandemic.
• Managed supply chain risk exposure during Red Sea geopolitical disruptions, including freight rerouting and contract price escalation reviews.
• Mentors and develops 5 direct and 27 indirect reports; 7 team members promoted into senior roles under this leadership.
• Drives stakeholder engagement and change adoption across ERP and RPA implementations, providing strategic insight on market trends, supply chain requirements, and business diversification.

Procurement Manager at Khansaheb Group LLC (2018-04 – 2019-03)

• Drove sourcing initiatives using industry best practices, developing and implementing vendor-focused solutions that achieved cost savings and enhanced process efficiencies.
• Recruited, trained, and developed staff while managing performance to support departmental objectives.
• Negotiated contracts, oversaw procurement processes including RFQs, certifications, logistics, and payments, and contributed to bid preparation and strategic decision-making.
• Monitored supplier performance, implemented improvement plans, and managed supply risks.

Senior Supply Chain Manager at Rons Enviro Care (2017-07 – 2018-03)

• Established plans, schedules, and procedures supporting efficient processing of purchase orders for tools, materials, equipment, and services.
• Administered Facilities Management subcontracts to achieve cost efficiency while maintaining service quality, performance, and regulatory compliance.
• Evaluated supplier performance on price, quality, reliability, service, and distribution capability, with spot checks to ensure delivery standards.

Procurement Manager at FARNEK Facilities Management LLC (2015-04 – 2017-06)

• Led development and execution of a Supply Chain Strategy encompassing Supplier Frame Agreements, sub-contractor and service provider management, and performance management initiatives.
• Provided leadership and development to Procurement and Stores teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Oversaw contract finalisation with OEMs, suppliers, and service providers, managing risk and aligning with client requirements.
• Enforced financial authority compliance, implemented cost control measures, and supported the Estimation Department through benchmarking and competitive rate analysis.

Supply Chain Manager at Inaya Facilities Management LLC (2011-12 – 2015-03)

• Directly responsible for end-to-end Supply Chain Operations, including Vendor Management, Procurement, Stores Management, and Transport/Subcontractor agreements.
• Led Procurement, Stores, and Logistics teams to deliver high-quality service, ensure compliance, and achieve financial and operational targets, improving on-time delivery to 95%.
• Managed procurement profitability, cost control, and supplier performance while strengthening supplier networks and mitigating supply chain risks.

Manager – Purchase at Union Properties PJSC (1997 – 2011)

• Oversaw procurement, stores, and subcontracting activities across the organisation and its subsidiaries for major projects including Al Musalla Towers, Skywalk Towers, The Tower, Net.Com Green Community, and Motor City.
• Managed vendor selection, price negotiations, and contracts, ensuring timely procurement of high-quality materials for Fit-Out projects.
• Developed local and international supplier networks and managed the RFQ process with competitive bid evaluation.
• Forecasted stock and component requirements to meet project demand, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2000 standards.

Purchase Assistant at Bahwan Engineering LLC (1994 – 1997)

• Managed end-to-end procurement of MEP materials, tools, and equipment for project delivery (DEWA substation projects, etc) within budget.

Senior Mechanical Engineer (R&D) at Accumax Eng. Pvt. Ltd. (1993 – 1994)

• Oversaw shop floor operations and procurement for machine tool production.

Staff Trainee – Procurement, Production Planning & Quality Control at Universal Cans & Containers Ltd (1990 – 1993)

Assistant Field Supervisor at Feedback Management Services (1989 – 1990)

Purchase Executive at JBF Industries Pvt Ltd (1987 – 1989)

Bachelor of Science in Physics – Mumbai University (1986 – 1990)

Diploma in Production Engineering – Mumbai Board of Technical Education (1986 – 1991)