Assistant Manager - Purchase & Store - Ramee Groups - Oman
(2024-12 - 2026-02)
Ramee Group is a hospitality-focused organization with operations across the UAE, Bahrain, Oman, and India.
- Managed end-to-end procurement of F&B, kitchen equipment, housekeeping, engineering, and operational supplies, negotiating pricing and credit terms with vendors.
- Led vendor management and price/contract negotiations, securing Fixed Firm Price (FFP) and credit-term agreements to control costs and ensure supply continuity.
- Coordinated with department heads to align purchasing plans with operational needs and delivery schedules.
- Maintained inventory control and stock levels, and conducted regular stock audits to minimize wastage and shrinkage.
- Controlled purchase budgets and delivered measurable reductions in overall procurement costs.
- Verified GRNs, invoices, and delivery documentation, ensuring full compliance with hotel SOPs and hygiene standards.
- Supervised store operations including receiving, storage, and material issuance with a focus on timely delivery arrangement to end users.
Assistant Manager - Purchase & Imports - Design Hub Co - Kuwait
(2023-07 - 2024-09)
Design Hub Contracting Co. is an interior design firm specializing in the procurement of materials from domestic and international markets, covering household essentials, kitchen accessories, home decor, and hospitality products.
- Sourced and imported materials from international and local suppliers, driving cost savings through price comparison and strategic contract negotiation.
- Managed import and customs documentation, prior to shipment clearance.
- Monitored stock levels and forecasted demand to ensure timely replenishment and avoid stock-outs.
- Identified and evaluated new suppliers, sourcing innovative products and materials for cost-benefit review.
- Managed procurement workflows through Kissflow, ensuring accurate estimation, requisition, and stock availability tracking.
- Coordinated with freight forwarders on shipment booking and logistics coordination, ensuring alignment with agreed Inco-terms and delivery timelines.
- Delegated and supervised local purchase tasks, tracked deliveries, and ensured timely receipt and inspection of products.
Assistant Manager - Purchase & Imports - Ghassan Almulhim Partners & CO - KSA
(2019-10 - 2023-02)
A leading food distribution company serving hotels, catering companies, wholesalers, retailers, and hypermarkets, specializing in the import of packed food from global regions.
- Managed global sourcing, purchase, and importation of packed food products from suppliers across Asia, Europe, and the US.
- Reviewed and verified import documentation - Bill of Lading (BOL), Airway Bill, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (COO), Certificate of Conformity (COC), and product specification sheets for food - prior to customs clearance.
- Researched and evaluated vendors, comparing offers to secure optimal pricing, credit terms, and quality assurance.
- Facilitated secure international payment processing through Letters of Credit (L/C) and Telegraphic Transfers (TT), ensuring timely settlement of transactions.
- Organized freight bookings and logistics coordination with shipping lines and forwarders, tracking orders to ensure on-time delivery arrangement.
- Prepared purchase and shipment reports and maintained updated records of orders, contracts, and supplier documentation.
Executive - Human Resource - York International - Chennai
(2017-06 - 2019-07)
A leading overseas recruitment and human resource solutions provider, connecting top talent with international clients worldwide.
- Sourced qualified candidates for overseas job openings using job portals and professional networks.
- Screened resumes, conducted phone interviews, and shortlisted candidates for client interviews.
- Created and posted job advertisements across multiple platforms.
- Coordinated interviews, scheduling, and travel arrangements between clients and candidates.
Documentation Staff - Sliver skies International - Chennai
(2015-02 - 2017-02)
A company providing visa assistance services.
- Assisted clients with visa document preparation and submission.
- Completed online and manual forms for various visa applications.
- Liaised with embassies to resolve client visa queries.
