Ghayur Khalid

Results-driven Procurement and Supply-Chain professional with 12+ years of experience in international sourcing, vendor management, and cost optimization across China, Europe, Egypt, UK, Indonesia, Singapore, and UAE markets. Experienced in SAP-HANA based procurement and reporting systems with strong exposure to import/export operations and cross-functional coordination. Proven ability to achieve cost savings up to 20% through strategic sourcing and negotiation.

Currently seeking opportunities in Procurement, Supply Chain and Logistics related roles within leading organizations.

Manager Procurement, Stores & Executive Assistant at INTRA Pakistan (2014-12 – Present)

Presently serving as Manager Procurement, Stores & Executive Assistant in INTRA-group of companies Lahore.

• Identifying the procurement needs of the entire organization
• Managing direct procurement processes, including the purchasing or obtaining of raw materials, resources, goods, and services for manufactured goods
• Managing indirect procurement, including the purchasing of goods, services, supplies, and materials needed for daily operations
• Creating RFQs and overseeing competitive bidding cycles
• Managing procurement budgets, strategies, and payment processes
• Developing and implementing cost-effective procurement strategies and policies for the purchasing of raw materials, goods, and services
• Managing the procure-to-pay process, including requisitioning, purchasing, receiving, invoicing, and paying for goods and services
• Evaluating and strategic sourcing of potential suppliers
• Negotiating contracts with vendors to secure the best deals and terms
• Maintaining advantageous relationships with suppliers and managing disputes
• Monitoring supplier performance for optimal business operations performance
• Ensuring the timeliness and effectiveness of goods and services
• Forecasting to predict future demand for goods, services, and purchase requisitions
• Collaborating with internal departments to ensure procurement needs are met
• Finalizing purchase details and approving purchase requests and purchase orders
• Analyzing procurement data, conducting spend analysis, and preparing reports
• Optimizing workflows and automation processes to save time and money
• Leading the procurement department, including a team of procurement officers and other team members
• Keep up-dated with ever changing Government Policies and Tariffs on Importation of goods
• Liaising with Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Pakistan Footwear Manufacturing Association & Hotels in Lahore for issuing Visa-Invitation Letters for International Marketing Mangers & Engineers as supporting documents for their Pakistani-Visa-Application & their stay in Lahore once arrived
• Any other duty that may be assigned by the CEO, Managing or Financial Directors

Masters of Commerce in Commerce – Superior University Lahore (2012)