Azeem Naeem

Dynamic procurement professional with a strong background in engineering and supply chain management, offering extensive experience in strategic sourcing, vendor negotiation, supplier relationship management and cost optimization. Skilled in managing end-to-end procurement cycle, cross-functional coordination and developing sustainable supplier networks. Adept at analyzing market trends, benchmarking prices and implementing process improvements to ensure operational efficiency, quality standards and timely material supply.

Seeking a challenging position in a dynamic organization to contribute towards organizational success while continuously learning and growing.

Deputy Manager – Procurement (Previously Assistant Manager – Procurement) - Baluchistan Wheel Limited (BWL) - Karachi, Pakistan

(2018-04)

• Manage the complete procurement cycle from Purchase Requisition (PR)/ Request for Quotation (RFQ) through supplier quotation, historical and consumption review, technical and commercial evaluation, supplier negotiation, Purchase Proposal (PP), management approval, Purchase Order (PO), delivery, Goods Receipt Note (GRN), three-way matching and invoice processing.
• Analyze supplier quotations, conduct price benchmarking and prepare comparative vendor analysis for management recommendations.
• Negotiate commercial terms, payment terms and delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure cost-effective and timely procurement.
• Review supplier quotations to ensure payment terms and other commercial conditions are reasonable and in line with department requirements and market norms.
• Maintain proper procurement documentation including PR, DC challan and system-generated Material Receipt (MRN).
• Follow up with suppliers for timely provision of goods and services to avoid any hindrance in supply of materials and production operations.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, Quality, Stores, Finance and suppliers to vendors requirements and resolve procurement issues.
• Manage procurement exceptions including quantity mismatches, material rejections, rate differences, short/excess deliveries and invoice conflicts through coordination with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure proper three-way matching of Purchase Order, Goods Receipt Note and Invoice, and resolve discrepancies with relevant departments.
• Identify and evaluate alternative suppliers to reduce dependency on single-source vendors and improve supply continuity.
• Communicate with international principals on technical requirements, product availability, pricing and sourcing opportunities.
• Support procurement of specialized industrial items, critical maintenance materials, fire-fighting equipment, road barriers and Under Vehicle Surveillance System (UVSS) requirements.
• Developed multiple sourcing channels for machine and plant spare parts by identifying and evaluating alternative suppliers, reducing single vendor dependency and improving supply continuity.
• Created vendor master database and strengthened supplier information management.
• Established direct sourcing and communication channels with international principals/OEMs including Atlas Copco (AVS), Toku (Japan), Korloy (Korea), ABB, Siemens and Schneider Electric, Festo, Univers, etc.
• Conducted market research and supplier analysis to identify emerging suppliers and sourcing opportunities.
• Developed and evaluated alternative suppliers for technical materials, spare parts, consumables and services.
• Led cross-functional initiatives to streamline procurement processes, resulting in 22% reduction in lead times.
• Developed and implemented procurement strategies that resulted in 8% annual cost reduction, including localization of imported materials.
• Negotiated competitive commercial rates for specialized materials and components with limited supplier availability.
• Supported Total Cost of Ownership (TCo) analysis for repair versus replacement decisions.
• Managed Just-In-Time (JIT) procurement for critical maintenance materials to support uninterrupted plant operations.
• Supported localization of imported items to reduce costs and improve sourcing flexibility.
• Identified and facilitated the sale/disposal of dead and obsolete inventory, helping recover value and optimize warehouse space.
• Improved scrap value realization through segregation and separate disposal of valuable materials including copper, brass, carbide inserts, bearings and batteries.
• Supported waste-to-value initiative by converting steel manufacturing waste into usable washers, reducing material wastage.
• Improved Material Receipt Recording (MRR) GRN (Good Receipt Note).
• Managed end-to-end procurement operations, including supplier evaluation, negotiation, order placement, delivery, GRN and invoice reconciliation.
• Effectively managed PO-GRN–Invoice three-way matching and resolved quantity mismatches, material rejections, rate differences, short/excess deliveries and invoice conflicts.
• Managed supplier-related requirements associated with PSMCL and SOC materials.
• Provided management with historical purchase prices, supplier information and consumption trends to support strategic decision making.
• Worked closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, Quality, Stores, Finance, Administration and suppliers to resolve procurement barriers.
• Coordinated order assignment after management approval and ensured approved requirements were converted into purchase orders.
• Supported sourcing of specialized industrial items including self-adhesive emery paper, mini steel mill requirements and ABCIOR BINZEL welding, welding.
• Managed procurement of fire-fighting materials, road barriers and Under Vehicle Surveillance System (UVSS) requirements.
• Coordinated technical and commercial requirements with relevant stakeholders and suppliers.

Trainee Engineer - Baluchistan Wheel Limited (BWL)

(2017-06 - 2018-03)

• Coordinated installation of conveyor belt at factory in collaboration with Chinese experts.
• Worked out feasibility for procurement and installation of solar system; project was not materialized due to cash flow constraints.
• Resolved long-standing issues related to burners, presses and chillers.

Base Station Officer - Shaheen Freight Services (SFS)

(2017-03 - 2017-04)

• Resolved customer complaints by ensuring coordination between drivers and customers’ representatives.

Operations Room Officer - BSL (Private) Limited Pakistan

(2016-03 - 2017-02)

• Managed company’s fleet of delivery vehicles including maintenance and tracking.
• Dealt with clients including coordination with technical staff.
• Prepared and communicated daily reports to the Managing Director.

Master of Business Administration - Supply chain - Institute of Business Management (2022 - 2026)

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics Engineering - NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi, Pakistan (2012 - 2016)

Intermediate - Pre-Engineering - Board of Intermediate Education, Karachi, Pakistan (2010 - 2012)

Matriculation - Science - Board of Secondary Education, Karachi, Pakistan (2008 - 2010)