Srijith Selvan

Procurement Lead

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Doha, QatarMember since September 24, 2026

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Results-driven Procurement Lead with 15+ years of progressive experience across strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, and supply chain optimization within the construction, real estate, trading, and infrastructure sectors in Qatar. Proven track record of leading cross-divisional procurement operations, driving cost savings, standardizing procurement policy, and implementing e-procurement systems (SAP, Sage). Skilled in team leadership, budget management, RFP/RFQ processes, and supplier performance management, with a strong focus on compliance, risk mitigation, and measurable business impact.

Seeking to leverage proven leadership and negotiation expertise as a Procurement Lead.

Experience

Procurement Lead - Bin Arbaid Holding - Alkhor, Qatar

(2025-05)

Divisions supported: Al Aqaria Trading & Contracting, Bin Arbaid Technical & Engineering, Qatar Security Services, Bin Arbaid Trading (Carpentry Division), Bin Arbaid Real Estate, Bin Arbaid Transportation & Equipment.

Lead procurement operations across all business units (operations, IT, HR, marketing, R&D, facilities), ensuring cost-effective, timely, and compliant acquisition of goods and services.
Formulate and implement organization-wide procurement strategies aligned with corporate goals, driving standardization and efficiency across six operating divisions.
Oversee strategic sourcing and category management, delivering measurable year-over-year cost savings and value enhancements.
Negotiate high-value supplier contracts, SLAs, and MSAs, ensuring strong risk management and commercial terms.
Spearheaded deployment and enhancement of e-procurement solutions on SAP and Sage, improving visibility, compliance, and reporting.
Develop supplier KPIs and SLAs; conduct quarterly business reviews to drive continuous improvement.
Build and lead a high-performing procurement team, defining roles and objectives to meet cross-divisional demand.
Conduct cost-benefit analyses, TCO assessments, and market trend evaluations to guide sourcing decisions.
Integrate ESG criteria and supplier diversity into sourcing and supplier selection processes.
Partner with legal and risk teams to ensure contract compliance and manage disputes and claims.
Track global supply chain risk and develop contingency plans to safeguard business continuity.
Prepare executive-level dashboards and reports on procurement performance, savings, and strategic impact for the Group Procurement Manager.
Supervise preparation and approval of RFPs, RFQs, tenders, requisitions, and purchase orders; manage procurement budgets and expenditure tracking.

Senior Procurement Officer - Al Aqaria Trading and Contracting - Bin Arbaid Holding - Alkhor, Qatar

(2023-05 - 2025-04)

Key Projects Handled

Call Off Contracts for Service Connection – All over Qatar (Kahramaa)
Call Off Contract for Extension of Distribution Main Lines – All over Qatar (Kahramaa)
Construction of Head Office Building (3B+G+M+3) – Lusail City
Proposed Carpentry Workshop + Welding Shop + Building Material Shed + Admin Building – Manateq, Mesaieed
Expansion of Existing Majlis – Alkhor
Construction of Residential Building (G+3) – Alkhor
Construction of Saif's Compound Villas (G+1) – Alkhor
Construction of Gas Cylinder Store Shed – EMCO Project, Mesaieed
Office Maintenance Service – Dolphin Project, Raslaffan, Alkhor
Construction of Residential Building (G+3+PH) – Alkhor
Construction of Residential Building (G+2) – Alkhor
Construction of Residential Building (G+4) – Alkhor
Civil & MEP Works for Car Parking Shade at Anti-Doping Lab – Mesaieed
Fabrication, Supply & Installation of Canopy Shed in CCC – Raslaffan, Alkhor
Analyzed procurement data to recommend improvements to policies and workflows, and developed new sourcing proposals.
Managed supplier onboarding and maintained the approved supplier list, including annual compliance checks.
Prepared quarterly KPI and supplier evaluation reports; monitored draft contracts for management approval.
Evaluated vendor performance and delivery/product non-conformities, proposing corrective actions.
Built and maintained key stakeholder relationships to align sourcing proposals with project needs.
Ensured procurement workflows complied with regulatory, safety, and quality requirements; supported internal and external audits.

Procurement Officer - Al Hamal Trading & Contracting - Doha, Qatar

(2022-03 - 2023-02)

Key Projects Handled

Modification & Renovation of Existing Shops & Residential (G+3) Building – Msherieb
Proposed G+M Commercial Building (Retail Shops) – Msherieb
Proposed Mixed-Use Development (G+3) – Al Sailiya
Proposed (G+M+1) Commercial Building – Abu Hamour
Proposed G+2 Residential Building – Al Thumama
Partnered with the Procurement Manager to reduce costs through vendor selection, negotiation, and requirement consolidation.
Negotiated credit facilities, payment terms, and delivery terms with suppliers; maintained the approved vendor list and agreements.
Issued RFQs, prepared offer comparison statements, and evaluated quotations against technical and commercial specifications.
Prepared purchase orders and verified invoices/delivery notes against POs; tracked total purchase cost per project.
Coordinated with site teams on delivery status and resolved defective or unacceptable material issues.

Procurement Officer - Bin Omran Trading & Contracting - Doha, Qatar

(2016-01 - 2022-01)

Key Projects Handled

Road & Infrastructure Project – Shamal (Client: Ashghal)
Infrastructure Gaps for Al Kheesa Project – Package 1 & 2 (Client: Ashghal)
Bulk Earthworks for Al Khor International Stadium Project (Client: Ashghal)
Flow Diversion – Waa & Rayyan Project
Established cost parameters and budgets for purchases; negotiated pricing and supply contracts.
Maintained supplier qualification records and drafted SLAs to evaluate supplier performance.
Managed order-placement timing, supply/demand alignment, and material replenishment.
Monitored expenses against approved budgets and maintained the vendor contract database.

Procurement Officer - Prosperous Qatar - Doha, Qatar

(2014-12 - 2015-12)

Key Projects Handled

GASF – Gulf Artificial Stone Factory – Mesaieed
AKD – Al Khor & Dakira Project – Raslaffan
Reforcetech Mini Bar Factory Project – New Industrial Area
Gasal Project (Inside Qatar Steel Premises) – Mesaieed
Petrotec Project – Warehouse Project, Raslaffan
Led a team of buyers, monitoring budget pricing against project specifications for the tender department.
Supervised order placement, supply/demand alignment, and supplier/subcontractor performance.
Sourced cost-effective materials and services and developed commodity cost-reduction strategies.
Resolved disputes and claims with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Procurement Officer - Coral Real Estate Group - Doha, Qatar

(2013-02 - 2014-11)

Key Projects Handled

Dar Al Salam Mall – Abu Hamour
Dar Al Salam Compound – Abu Hamour
9 Pearl Compound – Al Wabb
Diamond Compound – West Bay Lagoon
Prepared RFQs and supplier comparison statements based on project and contractual requirements.
Identified cost-effective vendors and ensured technical specification and quality compliance.
Prepared Letters of Award and purchase orders per client/consultant/main-contractor terms.
Coordinated with project engineers on material submittals and procurement logs.

Leasing & Sales Administrator - Asteco Qatar L.L.C. - Doha, Qatar

(2009-06 - 2013-01)

Projects: Danat Qatar, Al Majid Tower, Al Majid Compound

Administered sales and leasing contracts, reservations, and CRM records for new apartment sales.
Coordinated with sales executives, IT, developers, and clients; tracked installments and mortgage financing.

Administrator (Part-Time) - SkyOryx JV - Doha, Qatar

(2007-08 - 2009-05)