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Tariq khorabi

@tariqkhorabi

Procurement Specialist with 14 years of experience in procurement sector

Yemen
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What I'm looking for

I am eager to leverage my expertise and passion for procurement to contribute meaningfully to a new organization and embark on a journey of collective success.

As a seasoned procurement specialist with a strong background in computer science, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic procurement acumen to the table. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of navigating the complexities of procurement within World Bank and International Donors funded projects, as well as community non-profit organizations.

My journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of procurement regulations, intricate contract negotiations, and meticulous supplier management practices. What sets me apart is my unwavering commitment to driving tangible results. I take pride in my ability to develop and implement robust procurement strategies that not only align with organizational objectives but also foster cost-efficiency and compliance.

In addition to my practical experience, I am known to continuously seek to enhance my skills and knowledge through professional certifications, including Certified Professional Procurement in Contracts Management and World Bank Procurement and Contracts Management Certification.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Procurement Specialist

National Organization

Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)

As a Procurement Specialist, I maintain relationships with strategic vendors, ensuring cost, quality, and delivery targets are met. I manage supplier selection, contract negotiations, and performance evaluations, while implementing procurement strategies that align with organizational objectives.

WF

Procurement Specialist

WSYemen Consulting Firm

Nov 2022 - Jan 2025 (2 years 2 months)

Streamlined procurement using local ERP systems, reducing purchase-order processing time by 20%, and prepared complete bidding documentation for goods procurement. Negotiated vendor contracts valued over $1.2M, achieving 10% cost savings, while ensuring compliance through structured acquisition documentation and supplier performance reviews.

HO

Procurement Officer

Hand In Support Community Non-Profit Organization

Jan 2015 - Jan 2022 (7 years)

Led the procurement process from pre-qualification to contract award, ensuring compliance with organizational procurement regulations and procedures. Negotiated supplier contracts, managed vendor performance for on-time delivery of quality goods and services, and implemented cost-saving opportunities through cross-functional process improvements.

HS

Procurement Officer

Hand In Support

Jan 2015 - Jan 2022 (7 years)

Led procurement from pre-qualification through contract award, managing vendor relationships, competitive sourcing, and contract documentation for donor-compliant procurement. Developed a procurement training program that increased productivity by 25% and reduced errors by 30%, while negotiating contracts to deliver 10% cost savings.

EP

Procurement Associate

ED-PAU World Bank Funded Projects

Jan 2009 - Feb 2014 (5 years 1 month)

As a Procurement Associate, I ensured compliance with World Bank procurement guidelines, prepared bidding documents, and managed the procurement process for goods and services. I conducted evaluations and negotiations to ensure transparency and efficiency in project implementation.

EE

Procurement Associate

Education Development Project (ED-PAU)

Jan 2009 - Jan 2014 (5 years)

Managed procurement for World Bank funded projects in line with procurement guidelines, preparing procurement plans and bidding documents and leading RFQ/RFP processes from pre-qualification to contract award. Negotiated goods and services contracts worth over $120M, achieving 5% cost savings, and implemented supplier performance management to reduce supplier defects by 15% and improve on-time del

DE

Procurement Associate

Development-Project Administration Unit ED-PAU

Jan 2009 - Jan 2014 (5 years)

Developed and executed procurement strategies in line with World Bank procurement guidelines, preparing procurement plans and bidding documents for goods, works, and services. Led RFQ/RFP procurement from pre-qualification to contract award, evaluated supplier offers using QCBS/CBS/CQS/SSS, and negotiated contracts—managing $100M+ World Bank project procurement activities and $120M+ contracts whil

HC

Sales Coordinator

Hits-Unitel 3G GSM Mobile Communication

Jan 2007 - Jan 2009 (2 years)

Drove telecommunication sales growth and GSM market penetration by coordinating sub-dealer offers and preparing weekly sales action plans to achieve annual targets. Trained 120+ main dealer sales representatives to improve GSM sales techniques and reported weekly progress to the supervisor.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

DI

DisasterReady

Certificate, Procurement and Logistics

Online certificate in Procurement and Logistics.

DI

DisasterReady

Certificate, Marketing

Online certificate in Marketing Essentials.

OU

Online course (provider unspecified)

Certificate, Project Management

Online certificate in Project Management.

TP

The Education Development Project

Training course certificate, Financial Management and Procurement Contracting

Training course in Financial Management through Procurement contracting organized by The Education Development Project.

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World Bank

Training course certificate, Procurement Capacity Building

Training course in Capacity Building in Procurement organized by the World Bank (July) in Sana'a.

US

University of Science and Technology (Sana'a)

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Science and Technology in Sana'a.

SA

Sana'a

Diploma, Computer PC Maintenance

Diploma focused on computer PC maintenance in Sana'a.

AS

Abd-Naser School

Secondary Certificate, Secondary Education

Secondary certificate completed at Abd-Naser School in Sana'a.

SU

science and Technology university

bachelor of Computer science

DE

Development-Project Administration Unit (ED-PAU)

Procurement Associate, Procurement

2009 - 2014

Worked as a Procurement Associate, developing procurement strategies and preparing procurement plans and bidding documents aligned with World Bank guidelines. Managed procurement processes from RFQ/RFP through contract award and supported evaluation of supplier offers under standard procurement methods.

EU

Egypt (provider unspecified)

Certification, Procurement and Contract Management

Certified professional procurement in contracts (training/certification held in Egypt).

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World Bank

Training course certificate, Contract Management and Procurement

Training course in Contract Management and Procurement organized by the World Bank in Sana'a.

UU

University of Science and Technology (UST)

Bachelor of Computer Science, Computer Science

Grade: GPA 1.8; General Grade Good

Earned a Bachelor of Computer Science from the University of Science and Technology (UST). Received an overall GPA of 1.8 and a General Grade of Good.

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World Bank

Certification, Procurement

World Bank Procurement Certification completed in Sana'a, Yemen.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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