Zafar Iqbal

Procurement Specialist with 13 years of experience in Qatar, out of 13 there were 7 years Hamad International Airport including Cargo and facilities building, supply chain, inventory management, tendering, and commercial coordination. Proven expertise in managing end-to-end procurement operations, supplier negotiations, RFQs, contract administration, inventory optimization, and ERP-based procurement systems including SAP, Oracle, and MAXIMO. Strong background in handling high-value procurement projects for major organizations including Hamad International Airport, Qatar Energy (Dukhan), and Mesaieed General Hospital.

Strong analytical, negotiation, planning, and problem-solving skills with the ability to deliver best-value procurement solutions aligned with organizational financial and operational objectives.

Purchasing Head at Sheraki Trading Contracting & Services (2025-07 – Present)

• Lead end-to-end procurement operations for maintenance and construction projects
• Plan procurement activities aligned with operational and project requirements
• Manage RFQs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and purchase order execution
• Conduct commercial negotiations to achieve annual cost savings up to 12%
• Develop strong supplier relationships and monitor vendor performance
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely procurement delivery
• Support procurement planning and tender execution for multiple concurrent projects
• Improve procurement lead times through proactive sourcing and supplier follow-up

Procurement Officer at COMO Facility Management (Qatar Energy – Dukhan) (2024-12 – 2025-07)

• Managed full procurement lifecycle including RFQs, tender evaluations, negotiations, and PO issuance
• Coordinated with engineering and maintenance teams to define technical specifications and procurement requirements
• Maintained procurement compliance documentation for audits and reporting
• Improved procurement processing efficiency by 15% through process improvements
• Assisted in achieving best-value procurement for operational requirements
• Maintained supplier communication and procurement status reporting for stakeholders

Procurement Officer / Planner at QD-OM – Mesaieed General Hospital (2021-12 – 2024-12)

• Procured OEM and third-party spare parts for hospital maintenance operations
• Coordinated procurement planning with maintenance and operations teams
• Managed supplier sourcing, quotation evaluations, and procurement negotiations
• Ensured timely procurement and delivery of critical maintenance materials
• Optimized inventory levels and reduced excess stock by 10%
• Supported shutdown and maintenance planning activities through material forecasting

Procurement Officer at QD-OM / Hamad International Airport (2013-04 – 2021-06)

• Managed procurement, warehouse operations, and inventory control for airport maintenance operations
• Played a key role during Hamad International Airport turnover and operational transition period by ensuring uninterrupted material availability and operational support
• Coordinated procurement activities with engineering, operations, and maintenance departments
• Managed supplier follow-ups, logistics coordination, and freight expediting to ensure timely material delivery
• Maintained inventory accuracy above 95% using SAP and Oracle ERP systems
• Reduced obsolete stock by 20% through effective inventory monitoring and planning
• Conducted procurement and warehouse audits while ensuring compliance with SOPs and QMS standards
• Supported high-volume operational procurement requirements in a fast-paced airport environment
• Maintained strong coordination with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support operational continuity

Scheduling & Cost Control Engineer at NESMA (2012-02 – 2012-08)

• Developed project schedules using Primavera
• Monitored project performance and supported cost control activities
• Coordinated with procurement and project teams to avoid delays

Construction Planner / Scheduler at Arabian BEMCO (2006-03 – 2011-10)

• Developed and monitored EPC project schedules
• Coordinated with procurement, engineering, and site teams
• Identified schedule risks and supported project delivery improvements

Assistant Engineer – Electrical at Saudi Binladin Group (SBG) (2001-11 – 2006-02)

• Supervised electrical installation activities and ensured compliance with project standards
• Coordinated inspections and prepared technical documentation

Assistant Engineer – Electrical at Festoon International Pvt Ltd (1997-03 – 1999-04)

• Supervised installation and commissioning activities
• Coordinated with clients and prepared technical reports

DAE Diploma of Associate Engineer in Electrical Engineering – Punjab Board of Technical Education