Muhammad Rizwan Riaz

Led strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives, implemented SAP MM to enhance procurement efficiency, and delivered data-driven spend analysis and supplier scorecards to support cost-saving initiatives.

Managed end-to-end procurement operations, implemented SAP MM to digitize workflows, and drove supplier development and negotiations that achieved a 25% reduction in procurement costs and 15% increase in vendor competition.

Led large-scale project procurement activities including RFQs and competitive bidding for mall projects with spends over Rs. 500M–1B and prepared purchase recommendations aligned with project goals.

Managed centralized procurement for APIs and excipients, conducted commercial due diligence and improved vendor competition and cost efficiency by ~15% while ensuring regulatory compliance for pharmaceutical sourcing.

Managed procurement for major manufacturing projects (hair care and baby care lines) with spends of USD 25M–40M, oversaw import/export operations and liaised with banking partners for FX compliance.

Managed PR-to-PO cycle for large power generation projects (~2,500 line items), led RFP and tendering processes, and negotiated supplier contracts to secure competitive pricing and timely delivery.

Completed a Master of Business Administration focusing on business and management principles.

Completed ACCA professional qualifications through the British Council pathway.