Medel V

Led a team of 7 procurement specialists, overseeing sourcing for construction materials, IT, and heavy equipment. Reduced costs by 15% through bulk purchasing, supplier negotiations, and alternative sourcing strategies.

Supported the Chairman in managing Board meetings and setting the strategic agenda, ensuring the cooperative operates in accordance with its bylaws, regulations, and policies. Acted as a liaison between cooperative members and the Board, promoting open communication and trust.

Managed a $10M annual procurement budget, sourcing over 1,500 components from 400+ global suppliers. Negotiated NDAs and master supply agreements, optimized logistics, and created demand forecasting models.

Built the procurement department from scratch, establishing policies, workflows, and quality assurance protocols. Managed sourcing of medical devices, lab equipment, and IT hardware, ensuring compliance with FDA standards.

Expanded business in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, securing contracts with UN and humanitarian agencies. Managed end-to-end tenders (RFI/RFQ), vendor pre-qualification, and logistics planning.

Directed procurement for UNSOS projects, ensuring timely delivery of food and construction supplies to Somalia and Kenya. Reduced lead times by 20% by optimizing supplier networks and logistics routes.

Directed procurement for UNSOS projects, ensuring timely delivery of food and construction supplies to Somalia & Kenya. Reduced lead times by 20% by optimizing supplier networks and logistics routes.

Oversaw $3M monthly procurement across the GCC region. Reduced costs by 22% through strategic Asian sourcing.

Oversaw $3M monthly procurement across the GCC region. Reduced costs by 22% through strategic Asian sourcing.

Ensured the profitability of the entire business by overseeing sales, controlling expenses, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Managed key client relationships and developed sales strategies.

Ensured the profitability of the entire business by overseeing sales, controlling expenses, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Managed sales operations for food and non-food categories.

Managed $100M annual procurement for 36 NATO bases, covering food categories like protein, grains, and beverages, as well as packaging materials. Reduced packaging costs by 18% through sourcing from Southeast Asia and implemented a reusable container program saving $320K/year.

Managed $100M annual procurement for 36 NATO bases, covering food categories and packaging materials. Reduced packaging costs by 18% through sourcing from Southeast Asia and implemented a reusable container program saving $320K/year.

Obtained certification as an International Supply Chain Professional. This certification enhanced expertise in global supply chain management.

Completed a program in Purchasing and Resourcing Management. This coursework focused on strategic purchasing and resource allocation.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Commerce with a major in Business Administration. This program provided a strong foundation in business principles and practices.