Assistant Manager Procurement - Friesland Campina Engro Pakistan Limited - Pakistan
(2023-01)
Looking after the categories: Cooling lubrication & OEMs, Utilities, Facility Management, ICT & Telecom, Electrical and instruments, Mechanical, Professional services and technical materials.
- Managed end-to-end procurement operations, including sourcing, tendering, contract Management and negotiation, vendor management, and purchase order administration
- Developed and enforced procurement policies, SOPs, approval matrices, and governance frameworks to ensure compliance and operational efficiency
- Established and maintained a centralized supplier database for vendor evaluation, price benchmarking, contract management, and performance monitoring
- Negotiated strategic agreements with local and international suppliers, achieving cost savings while maintaining quality, delivery, and service standards
- Conducted market analysis and spend reviews to identify sourcing opportunities, cost optimization initiatives, and supply chain improvements
- Collaborated with Finance, Operations, Engineering, Projects, and Facilities teams to align procurement activities with business objectives and project timelines
- Led, mentored, and developed procurement teams, ensuring workload balance, process continuity, and high-performance standards
- Managed supplier relationships, resolved commercial disputes, and addressed supply chain challenges to ensure uninterrupted business operations
- Implemented supplier performance management programs using KPIs, service-level agreements, and periodic vendor evaluations
- Ensured compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and procurement of best practices
- Made souring Calendar for timely procurement
- Developed material buying strategies
- Developed system generated On time payment, Payment terms and PO and Non-PO report through ICT, SAP & Finance team
- After the fact report (ATF). take services before PO
- Successfully completed suppliers' reduction Project. Minimize redundant supplier from system
Junior Manager Procurement - Friesland Campina Engro Pakistan Limited - Pakistan
(2017-05 - 2022-12)
Looking after the buying of categories of Chemical, Electrical & instruments, MRO, Technical material, Local Development, Utilities, Logistic and warehousing, Cooling lubrication & OEMs, Facility Management and Professional services, Capex.
- Managed end-to-end procurement activities, including issuing Purchase Orders (POs) against contractual agreements across defined material categories
- Coordinated with suppliers, Banks, Finance, and Import teams to obtain Proforma Invoices (PFIs) and facilitate timely issuance of Letters of Credit (LCs)
- Negotiated and secured extended payment terms with suppliers in accordance with company guidelines, supporting effective cash flow management
- Monitored and expedited the procurement of imported and local materials and services to ensure uninterrupted business operations
- Created and processed free-text Purchase Orders within approved authority limits while ensuring compliance with procurement policies
- Prepared and maintained procurement indexing reports, providing stakeholders with accurate data and actionable insights
- Developed, analyzed, and presented Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports to global stakeholders, supporting performance monitoring and strategic decision-making
- Led internal and external audits, including Financial, ISO, and Halal audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements
- Developed, reviewed, and updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance process efficiency and maintain policy compliance
Purchase Officer - Friesland Campina Engro Pakistan Limited - Pakistan
(2015-01 - 2017-04)
Managed strategic sourcing and procurement of critical raw materials for Dairy and Ice Cream manufacturing.
- Managed strategic sourcing and procurement of critical raw materials for Dairy and Ice Cream manufacturing, including Sugar, Hydrogenated Palm Oil (HPO), Vegetable Fat, Glucose, Flavors, Colors, Additives, Emulsifiers, Stabilizers, and Salts
- Supported commodity procurement strategies for HPO and Vegetable Fat by analyzing market trends, supplier quotations, and pricing movements to optimize purchasing decisions
- Conducted market intelligence and commodity price analysis using industry platforms, including Bursa Malaysia and trade data sources, to support sourcing strategies and cost management initiatives
- Led competitive sourcing events through SAP Ariba, managing supplier bidding processes to ensure transparency, cost competitiveness, and supplier compliance
- Performed supplier qualification and audit assessments in line with corporate procurement policies and quality standards, ensuring supplier capability and regulatory compliance
- Executed local and international procurement transactions, including Purchase Order creation, order management, and supplier follow-up to ensure on-time material availability
- Coordinated with suppliers, banking institutions, and finance teams for the timely issuance and management of Letters of Credit (LCs) to support import procurement activities
- Monitored inbound logistics and prepared HPO and Glucose movement reports, enhancing supply chain visibility and inventory control
- Conducted supplier and market visits to identify new sourcing opportunities, evaluate supplier capabilities, and strengthen strategic supplier relationships
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, and Production to ensure uninterrupted material supply and achievement of business objectives
Purchase Champion - Friesland Campina Engro Pakistan Limited - Pakistan
(2010-03 - 2014-12)
Looking after the buying of all categories related to (Milk procurement Agri Services) like as Projects, (New development of milk collection center) Capex (Chiller, Genset, Milk tanker, Milk loading pumps) Glassware, Chemicals, Electrical & instruments, MRO, Technical material, Local Development, Utilities, Logistic, Cooling lubrication & OEMs.
- Develop legal agreements
- Develop cost comparison statements
- Create manual POs
- Follow-up of open deliveries of material and services
- Conduct supplier's audits as per Engro food guidelines
- Induction of new competent suppliers in system
- Conduct market visits for best suppliers and materials availability
- Make indexing report for stakeholders and procurement team
- Leads Internal and external Audits (Financial, ISOs and Halal audits)
- Develop and update SOPs as per policies and procedures
- Housekeeping of open POs
- Resolve the invoices issues with coordination of Payable team and supplier
Assistant Account Officer - SVA-Ruba Electronics - Pakistan
(2007-09 - 2008-11)
Served in the Accounts Department of SVA-Ruba as an Assistant Accounts Officer, contributing to core accounting and administrative operations.
- Responsible for preparing bank reconciliation statements, managing salary disbursements, and overseeing expense control and cash management activities
- Assisted in the preparation of Income Tax statements under Sections 149 and 153, along with sales and purchase summaries for reporting purposes
- Accurately posted all types of accounting vouchers using Peachtree Accounting Software
- Provided efficient support in administrative functions to ensure smooth day-to-day office operations
