Allal E.
Senior Procurement Manager
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Allal E., a Procurement Manager based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, brings 20 years of extensive experience in leading supply chain operations, strategic sourcing, and contract administration across the construction, engineering, and commercial sectors. As a seasoned professional, he has managed multi-million SAR procurement budgets and optimized costs through strategic negotiations, ensuring compliance with Saudi local procurement standards. He holds certifications in PMP®, CISCP®, CIPP®, and CIPM®, reflecting his proficiency in direct and indirect sourcing, vendor evaluation, and ERP systems like SAP and Oracle. Multilingual, Allal aligns cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. At ABR and Qatra Group, he executed strategic procurement initiatives that enhanced supplier performance and procurement efficiency. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Humanities and Social Sciences from University Chouaib Doukkali, Morocco, and is fluent in multiple languages, including Arabic, French, and English.
Experience
Procurement Manager
ABR (Al Tamimi Group) · 2024 — PresentOversee procurement activities for large-scale construction projects, focusing on direct and indirect material purchases. Establish and nurture the supplier base to enhance procurement lead times and ensure supply continuity. Implement strategic negotiations to achieve annual cost savings through bulk procurement. Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and project standards while collaborating with engineering, project, and finance teams for material planning and delivery. Monitor supplier performance through KPI metrics and conduct quarterly reviews.Procurement & Logistics Manager
Anker Innovation Japan · 2023 — 2024Assisted in contract drafting and evaluating vendor contracts while negotiating commercial terms and pricing with suppliers. Developed a vendor rating system aimed at enhancing supplier quality and reliability. Worked closely with logistics teams to ensure timely deliveries to remote project sites.Procurement & Contracts Manager
Qatra Group · 2015 — 2023Directed procurement and contracts functions across several divisions. Conducted market research and built extensive supplier databases. Managed all phases of project pricing in both Arabic and English and gathered and analyzed data on current, upcoming, and pipeline projects. Presented product samples to clients and consultants, offering technical support as needed. Facilitated product approvals and ensured the timely submission of project documentation while preparing weekly reports on procurement activities and project progress. Collaborated with engineering and sales teams to guarantee timely procurement.Procurement & Contracts Manager
ACE Group · 2010 — 2015Managed procurement functions involving building material suppliers, sourcing materials and services for both ongoing and new projects. Established and maintained supplier relationships to enhance supply chain efficiency while overseeing project estimation and pricing with an emphasis on profitability. Provided assistance to engineering teams regarding technical specifications and product approvals and kept track of market trends and updated vendor information. Compiled and submitted weekly reports on procurement and project progress.Store Manager
BEST Electronics City LLC (Al Hokair Group) · 2006 — 2010Oversaw store operations, including inventory management, display setup, and customer service. Handled tasks related to pricing, ordering, stock replenishment, and supplier coordination. Achieved monthly sales targets while enhancing the in-store customer experience. Conducted physical stock audits and upheld store merchandising standards, ensuring timely deliveries and coordination of after-sales service.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor in Humanities and Social SciencesUniversity Chouaib Doukkali · 2003 — 2005
- ZMP DiplomaGoethe Institute · — — 2005
- Diploma of General University StudiesUniversity Chouaib Doukkali · 2001 — 2003
- ZDAF DiplomaGoethe Institute · — — 2003
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