Awais Anwar

A seasoned Supply Chain / Operations Lead with more than 20 years of experience

Manager – Operations at LMK Resources Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. (2022-10 – Present)

• Oversee security protocols, fleet management, and facility operations across all company sites.
• Lead procurement, warehouse supervision, and logistics for efficient, cost-controlled material flow.
• Execute special projects and confidential assignments from the Group Chairman's office.
• Develop SOPs, track KPIs, and report operational metrics to senior leadership.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver continuous operational improvement.

Manager – Administration & Human Resources at LMKT (Pvt.) Ltd. (2019-03 – 2022-09)

• Led end-to-end HR operations: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and policy implementation.
• Directed administrative operations including office management, facility maintenance and security.
• Managed procurement cycle: vendor sourcing, contract negotiations, and inventory control.
• Administered payroll, benefits, and employee records in compliance with labor regulations.
• Prepared management reports, budgets, and operational analyses to support senior managements decision-making.

Manager – Admin & Procurement at Community World Service Asia (formerly CWS P/A) (2014-06 – 2018-05)

• Led procurement across head office and regional offices, ensuring donor (DFID/DANIDA/CIDA/CFGB) compliance and best practices.
• Supported program teams with budget inputs and procurement planning for project proposals.
• Maintained procurement documentation as per ISO 9001 standards and coordinate directly with auditors.
• Supervised full procurement cycle: PRF → RFQ → CBA → PO → GRN → Payment. (P2P)
• Managed documentation for import/export clearances, tax exemptions, and port logistics.
• Designed emergency preparedness systems for operations department.

Procurement Coordinator at Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe (DKH) (2012-02 – 2014-05)

• Managed full procurement function, effectively operating as Procurement Manager.
• Conducted tender processes, chaired Procurement/Tender Committees, and secured competitive contracts with vendors.
• Built capacity of logistics staff at implementing partner organizations via workshops and training.
• Prepared monthly procurement reports and maintained updated vendor databases.

Logistics Officer – Base Head at Qattar Charity (2011-08 – 2012-01)

• Managed fleet, rented premises, warehouse for operations, and handled local procurement.
• Arranged donor visits, field security liaison with local police, and public awareness activities.
• Acted as Base Manager during his absence.

Procurement Officer at Save The Children US (ERRP) (2010-09 – 2011-07)

• Managed procurement per USAID/WFP/DFID/DANIDA/CIDA donor delegation schemes.
• Supervised fleet, inventory, and warehouse officers for end-to-end supply chain control.
• Designed and implemented Service Level Agreements and Managed stock replenishment plans.

Procurement Associate (acted as Supply Chain Manager) at Rastgar Engineering Co. (Pvt.) Ltd. (2006-07 – 2010-08)

• Oversaw complete supply chain for 500+ consumables — from forecasting raw materials to sales dispatch of finished goods.
• Managed banking (Documentary Credits -LC/CAD), International freight (Ship/Rail/Air/Truck), port handling (Karachi & Islamabad) with clearance.
• Actively managed vendor relationship with local and international vendors.
• Led strategic procurements. i.e. foundry expansion project, automated molding plant installation and operation, Five axis CNC machine, Spectro Meter, and balancing machine operations.
• Served as ISO Cell Controller and 5S Coordinator for production facility.
• Provided direct support to Directors on strategic planning and operational decisions.

Admin Officer at Forbes Forbes Campbell (Pvt.) Ltd. (2003-05 – 2006-06)

• Managed HR administration: payroll data, leave records, staff database, and disciplinary matters.
• Coordinated national meetings, visa processing for expat staff, and supplier database maintenance.
• Supervised support staff for office and guest house operations.

MA in English Literature (2012)

BSc in Pre-Engineering (2005)

Intermediate in Pre-Eng (2001)

Matriculation in Science (1999)