Gopan Nair
@gopannair
Senior supply chain specialist with deep SAP/ERP procurement and purchasing expertise.
KuwaitWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-focused, quality-driven supply chain and procurement professional with over two decades of Gulf experience, specializing in SAP and Microsoft Dynamics Navision ERP systems. I have led procurement and purchasing functions across large-scale projects—refineries, infrastructure, and commercial developments—delivering strong forecasting, vendor negotiation, contract management and expediting to meet project schedules and cost targets.
I have managed end-to-end procurement activities including tendering, bid evaluation, purchase order processing, vendor management, inspection coordination and payment certification, and have trained and supervised junior staff. My career highlights include senior procurement roles on major Kuwait and regional projects (Al Zour Refinery, KNPC projects, large commercial and hospitality developments) demonstrating consistent achievement of objectives and dedication to organizational goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
NCSenior Supply Chain Specialist
National Energy Services Reunited Corp.
Jul 2020 - Present (5 years 2 months)
Managing procurement for cementing, drilling fluids, coil tubing chemicals, consumables and construction requirements; implementing SAP/ERP processes to streamline sourcing and vendor management since July 2020.
Senior Procurement Officer
Ayala International (UK) Ltd.
Oct 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 4 months)
Led procurement for the Kuwait International Tennis Complex and Grand Hayyat Mall projects, managing tendering, vendor selection and contract administration for interiors and engineering packages from Oct 2018 to Feb 2020.
Senior Purchase Coordinator
Tecnicas Reunidas S.A.
Jul 2016 - Apr 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Coordinated procurement activities for the Al Zour Refinery (NRP) including tender issuance, bid evaluation and supplier management to support refinery construction from Jul 2016 to Apr 2018.
Senior Purchase Officer
Daelim Industrial Co.
Sep 2012 - Jul 2016 (3 years 10 months)
Managed purchasing for KNPC sulphur handling and LPG projects, overseeing supplier contracts, order placement and quality reviews from Sep 2012 to Jul 2016.
Procurement Officer
Samsung Engineering & Construction Saudi Arabia
Apr 2011 - May 2012 (1 year 1 month)
Handled procurement for the SAMCO Acrylic Acid project in Al Jubail, conducting supplier sourcing, purchase orders and delivery tracking from Apr 2011 to May 2012.
Local Buyer
Said Behbehani Gen Const. Co.
Aug 2009 - Feb 2011 (1 year 6 months)
Executed local purchasing for KNPC tank maintenance and MEW CCGT projects, managing vendor relations and material deliveries from Aug 2009 to Feb 2011.
Field Purchaser & IMMS Executive
SK Engineering & Construction Co.
Feb 2006 - Jun 2009 (3 years 4 months)
Managed field purchasing and integrated material management for KPPC aromatics complex and KOC modernization projects, including vendor coordination and material control from Feb 2006 to Jun 2009.
Purchaser
Jubilant Chemsys Ltd.
Jan 2004 - Jan 2006 (2 years)
Performed procurement activities for chemical supplies and services, handling supplier selection and purchase orders from Jan 2004 to Jan 2006.
Local Buyer
Union Agriculture & Irrigation Co. WLL
Aug 1997 - Oct 2003 (6 years 2 months)
Handled local procurement for agricultural and irrigation supplies in Dubai, coordinating vendors and deliveries from Aug 1997 to Oct 2003.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Modern Institute (Government of Kerala)
Diploma in Computer Applications, Computer Applications
Diploma in Computer Applications from Modern Institute, Government of Kerala.
CUCalicut University
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
Bachelor of Commerce degree from Calicut University.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KuwaitAuthorized to work in
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