Ramyar Esmael

I am a Procurement and Logistics professional with over 15 years of experience managing complex supply chains in both humanitarian and commercial sectors. I specialize in developing procurement policies, ensuring donor compliance (UN, ECHO, USAID), and optimizing transportation and warehousing operations. My expertise includes managing large-scale tenders, vendor relations, and custom clearance, with a proven track record of leading multicultural teams to deliver cost-effective and timely solutions in challenging environments.

Core Competencies & Expertise

• Humanitarian & Commercial Supply Chain: 15+ years of experience in procurement and logistics across NGO and Oil & Gas sectors.
• Donor Compliance & Auditing: Expert in delivering systems compliant with UN, ECHO, USAID, and UNMAS standards.
• Strategic Procurement: Managing the full procurement lifecycle, including international tenders, framework agreements, and supplier due diligence using FinScan.
• Operations & Logistics Management: Specialist in warehousing, transportation planning, fleet management, and custom clearance.
• Government & Stakeholder Relations: Proven ability to liaise with KRG, MNR, JCC, and DFR for permits, tax exemptions, and regulatory approvals.
• Team Leadership & Capacity Building: Experienced in leading multicultural teams and conducting SOP training for partner organizations.
• Financial & Asset Oversight: Skilled in budget oversight, inventory management, and utilizing specialized software.
• Multilingual Communication: Professional proficiency in Kurdish, Arabic, and English, with a background in professional translation.

DanChurchAid (DCA) – Iraq

Procurement & Logistics Coordinator (Oct 2022 – Nov 2025)

Strategic Oversight: Lead procurement and logistics for humanitarian programs, including the UNMAS demining project, ensuring full transparency and cost-effective sourcing.

Compliance & Audit: Deliver systems compliant with international donor standards including UN, ECHO, USAID, and UNOPS.

Systems Management: Oversee inventory, assets, and logistics reporting utilizing DCA’s Admind and Maconomy software.

Capacity Building: Conducted workshops for 12–17 staff from local partners (e.g., JORD, IHSCO) to strengthen SOP adoption and donor compliance.

Tender Management: Supervise local and international tenders, supplier selection, and the establishment of framework agreements.

Agility Logistics – Iraq

Logistics Account Manager (Apr 2014 – Jan 2016)

Key Account Management: Served as the primary point of contact for major Oil & Gas clients such as HKN Energy, Gulf Keystone Petroleum, and Repsol (Talisman).

Regulatory Liaison: Coordinated directly with the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) and customs offices for Tax Exemption Letters (TEL) and regulatory compliance.

Multi-Modal Logistics: Managed land and air freight, customs clearance, and complex route surveys to rig sites.

Operations Leadership: Directed business units and operational staff to ensure high customer satisfaction and efficient project execution.

International Perspective & Academic Foundation

Global Academic Training: Earned an MSc in Logistics, Materials & Supply Chain Management from the University of Hull, UK (2022), focusing on modern optimization techniques and global trade.

International Standards: Trained in global best practices for Donor Compliance (UN, ECHO, USAID) and Financial Management (FMD Pro), ensuring local operations meet world-class transparency requirements.

Cross-Cultural Leadership: Proven ability to manage and mentor multicultural teams of 12–17 staff, bridging the gap between international NGO headquarters and local field operations.

Multilingual Professionalism: Expert communicator in Kurdish, Arabic, and English, with a formal BA in Language Interpretation & Translation, facilitating seamless coordination between government authorities and international stakeholders.