MOHAMMED THAMEEM

Senior-level Procurement and Supply Chain, planning lead with extensive experience in coordinating strategy and execution of all corporate supply chain activities, including procurement, planning, manufacturing, warehousing, and stock inventory & distribution management. Manages and leads cross-functional teams, strategic planning, and cost-effective procurement strategies to drive supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk and cost mitigation in stock inventorying, while executing supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline supply & product management. Skilled in-service vendor negotiation pricing decisions, and contract management.

1. Huhtamaki, Middle East - Fiber Foodservice-Europe-Asia-Oceania

Current Procurement Manager/Asst. Supply Chain Manager – 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Set up KPIs for employees and ensured achievement through weekly monitoring, achieving personal KPI.
• Conducted supplier negotiation with a focus on quality, service level and price, monitored supplier monthly service analysis.
• Managed production planning, material planning, outer cases planning, and cup stock planning.
• Achieved cost mitigation of around 10 million in 2024.
• Implemented pallet optimization, eliminated part loads, reduced lorry and dyna usage, and negotiated freight.
• Successfully shifted cupstock to another supplier.
• Executed duty exemption of Imported ESCR.
• Provided monthly analysis and development tracking for the team.
• Managed a team consisting of Warehouse (16 people), Procurement team (3), and Planning team (4).
• Conducted monthly reporting of finished goods, slow-moving items, and other cost mitigation, to GM and VP, stake holder, establishing alignment of goals and mutual objectives.
• Oversaw end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory management, logistics, and distribution.
• Developed and implemented strategies to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and timely product delivery.
• Negotiated contracts and maintained relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Analyzed market, supplier, materials, equipment, and manpower to procure the best for the company in terms of standards and cost.
• Analyzed data and implemented process improvements to optimize inventory levels and minimize stockouts.
• Monitored key performance indicators and implemented corrective actions to meet targets.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Managed overall Supply Chain process for the Middle East.
• Key Account Manager for major customers in FMCG, QSR, CTG (McDonald's, Costa, Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Krispy Kreme).
• Utilized advanced planning techniques to forecast & anticipate Business Unit needs, reducing logistics and procurement costs by 15% - 20%.
• Prioritized and consolidated shipments to optimize cost savings for Global Supply Chain.
• Managed regional distribution network, including purchasing, order placement and processing, reverse logistics, product test analysis reports, customer service coordination with clients, trade compliance, and warehouse management.
• Implemented a barcode system for efficient "pick and delivery" of product inventories.
• Prepared inventory reports based on individual customers to ensure consistent stock levels.
• Negotiated contracts, implemented corporate policies, and ensured service delivery timelines with suppliers and vendors.
• Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements.
• Excellent knowledge of contracts and sourcing experience.
• Identified material shortages and monitored inventory levels to meet order delivery requirements.
• Executed the vision and master plan for the company's supply chain processes.
• Spearheaded procurement activities, negotiating long-term agreements and optimizing supplier relations. 
• Led cross-functional teams to achieve procurement objectives within specified cost, quality, and schedule parameters.
• Directed the formulation and implementation of procurement strategies to ensure comprehensive execution.
• Took responsibility for building a resilient supply chain that facilitates the achievement of both functional and business goals.
• Good understanding of cost/business models, familiarity with forecasting and valuations, and supplier costing models.
• Streamlining procurement processes and ensuring data accuracy. 
• Delivered a significant reduction in costs by leveraging strong negotiation skills.
• Planning considering the budget with efficient and cost-effective delivery with QMS practice.

2. Prefect Vision Co. - Saudi Arabia.

Project Manager/ Procurement Manger – 

Project  : Washout Protection in ARAMCO PS7 to PS11 

Date of Employment: From January 2021 to April 2022

Project  : Cathodic Protection in ARAMCO LUBEREF 

Date of Employment: From March 2022 to January 2023

Project  : Dumptruck Logistics in ARAMCO 

Date of Employment: From June 2019 to December 2020 

Project  : Kilnhood Retainer Ring Replacement ARAMCO

Date of Employment: From July 2020 to October 2020

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing new clients, making site visitations, estimating quotations and procurement for bidding,
• Understand contract terms and conditions and draft subcontract terms as required and appropriate, PQQ, Tendering, selection, and award.
• On various projects as a part of the managerial team.
• Procuring necessary arrangements for site preparations, tools, materials, barricades, office set-up, equipment,
• Logistics, and camping arrangements.
• Recruitment of Manpower including Management team for the project.
• Regular monitoring the work and arranging timely meetings to increase productivity and ensure quality of work.
• Interpret plans and conduct the direct supervision in the execution of work in the site and provide revision to meet profit margin.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress report and present it during meetings together with the client.
• Monitoring and reviewing the project expense regularly
• Periodic projects visit to support, enhance and train staff and engineers.
• Overall project planning and project scheduling.
• Responsible for the general management of the project include manpower, tools, material logistics and Equipment arrangement.
• Interpret plans and supervise the execution of work in the site.
• Revise and adjust planning to ensure requirements are being met.
• Prepare periodic progress reports and present it during meetings together with the client.
• Prepare Weekly & Monthly Report.
• Daily report and work progress, material request and procuring, and monthly schedules.
• Plan, control & monitor the complete execution and ensured compliance to all approved Contract documents, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Procurement of Dumptrucks & suppliers, monitoring of diesel per trip, monitoring of trips per Day, cutting short loading & unloading time, Budgeting, and invoicing.
• Prepare & procure the necessary equipment schedules daily or as required.
• Plans & analyses all possible construction methodologies & recommend the best method.
• Assign targets for accomplishment or prepare schedules to be meet on regular basis.
• Monitor the site progress, inspecting the project site and ensures specifications, safety and Sanitation standards are met.
• Identifying problems and assessing its possible impact on project
• Ensure that the contractor follows the timetable.
• Coordinating with the suppliers and contractors for Price negotiations and service level.
• Evaluate Cost Proposal, Billings, and accomplishment of subcontractors.
• Conducts weekly coordination meeting with the contractor. Manage request, inquiry, purchase order, quotation.
• Responsible for the overall implementation of work.
• Coordinated with client and suppliers
• Meeting new clients, Vendor Registration for Aramco, McDermott, Nesma & Partners.

Tools Used:

Oracle, Excel, Microsoft Office, and Power BI for data analysis and presentation.

Skills:

• Supplier/Vendor Management expert with high-level negotiation and service skills.
• Excellent communication skills – Outspoken person of the year 2023 in Huhtamaki UAE.
• Strong Oracle and Pro-Excel knowledge.
• Leadership and effective communication, analysing, problem-solving, and influencing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer/vendor service skills, persuasion, and influence.
• High planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills.
• Strategic Procurement, Tenders & Report, Build & maintain Relationships.
• Strong knowledge of Procurement/supply chain management principles and best practices.
• Proficient in using procurement software and tools, end-to-end supplier/material management, P2P.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Multilingual: Fluent in English, Hindi, Arabic, and multiple Indian languages 
• Highly adaptable, organized, and capable of handling high-pressure situations with minimal supervision 
• Self-motivated professional with confidence and passion.
• Discreet and detail-oriented, handling confidential information responsibly.
• Natural people person, inspiring others with a focus on people and processes.
• Committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences with honesty and diligence.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Planning & Execution. 
• Process Optimization, Problem-solving, Decision Making.
• Best value Procurement & Supply Chain Management. 
• Contracts Management, Budgeting & Cost Control.
• Team Leadership & Development.
• Client & Supplier Relationship building.
• Safety & Compliance Management. 
• Risk & opportunity management, Cost Saving/Mitigation programs.
• ERP Implementation (Oracle).

Academic Details:

• Huhtamaki Procurement and Supply Chain Program
• B.E Mechanical – N.M.A.M. Institute of Technology, Nitte.
• PCMB– Mahesh Pre University College, Mangalore.
• The Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) – St Theresa’s School, Mangalore.