Buying and Logistics Professional Seeking New Opportunity
1. aa rraa AA ii
Al-Mujjharah Building, Al-Mujjharah, Sharjah
Cell: 050 9749 739
E-mail: k.ali365@gmail.com
Career Conspectus Being strongly self motivated and committed to professional excellence and contribute
the skills and education I have acquired for organizational growth. My core competency
is determination to get the work done as proven by my varied experience in different
sectors during my professional career.
Professional Experience
Felsom Middle East FZC,
Saif Zone,
Sharjah
Top ranking submersible
pumps manufacturers in
the world
Buying Assistant / Logistics Officer (September 2009 till Now)
Reporting to: General Manager / Managing Director
Buying AssistantBuying AssistantBuying AssistantBuying Assistant Resposiblites:Resposiblites:Resposiblites:Resposiblites:
• Collating and preparing daily,weekly and seasonal for the merchandising team
,regularly reviewing in season trading.
• Assisting with range planning alongside the merchandise and Buyer.
• Updating weekly forecast reports and raising potential issues with
merchandiser.
• Inputing pricing information and Purchase orders.Ensuring supplier order
books are updated and data integrity is maintained.
• Critical path management – Working closely with supplier to chase outstanding
orders and delivery date.Developing production plans with suppliers and
following through to delivery.
• Preparing markdowns and inputting new pricing information.
• Maintain contact with vendors and follow up on sampling and production to
ensure the timely launch.
Ensure all orders are released on time by following up on PO’s and PI’s.
Track the merchandise transportation from supplier to landmark distribution
centre and ensure smooth flow of goods.
• Key skills and Responsibilities
• 1-6 years planning /allocating /Buying experience.
• Possess strong analytical and numerical skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and excellent all –roung email
Skills.
• Be able to prioritize and manage a busy workload.
• Be proactive and enthusiastic and want to be a part of a growing team.
• .Able to work in a multicultural team.
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2. K.B.GARMENTS
Karachi,Pakistan.
Manufacturer of Kids
Wear,Ladies Wear and Men
Wear
Logistic Resposiblites:Logistic Resposiblites:Logistic Resposiblites:Logistic Resposiblites: (September 2009 till Now)
• Arrange LCL and FCL shipment from all over the world.
• Ensure all shipping documents like Bill of Lading,Certificate of Origin,Invoice
and Packing list.
• Coordinate with the supplier for on time delivery.
• Follow up & receive and check and forward original shipping doc's to clearance
agent
• Follow up with local suppliers to ensure on time deliveries.
• Obtain offers from various freight forwarders & prepare bid tab.
• Perform any related duties and responsibilities as and when required.
• selection of the shipping contractors including RFQ preparation, bid evaluation
and final selection.
• Co-ordinate with the vendors for the issue of final shipping documents
according to the host country customs requirements.
• To ensure that look ahead shipping & clearance plan for each shipment is in
place and is updated regularly.
• Regularly check clearance & delivery activities & report any delay till goods are
released from customs & delivered at site.
Buying Budget and Planning (May 2003 to August 2008Buying Budget and Planning (May 2003 to August 2008Buying Budget and Planning (May 2003 to August 2008Buying Budget and Planning (May 2003 to August 2008))))
Assist the Buyer in aligning the buying plan to the overall department/category business
plan and the merchandise strategy as laid down by the department/ category manager.
• Help meet the profit targets by ensuring timely procurement of the
department/category Merchandise.
• Pursue cost reduction by effective negotiations.
Vendor and Order Management
• Assist Buyer in building and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers and
negotiate the best deals with them for procuring merchandise.
• Maintain contact with vendors and follow up on sampling and production to ensure
the timely launch.
• Ensure all orders are released on time by following up on PO’s and PI’s.
• Track the merchandise transportation from supplier to landmark distribution center
and ensure smooth flow of goods.
Range Development
• Ensure all samples gets developed on time by following up with vendors on status.
• Assisting buyer in closing the range development and helping with day to day queries.
Processes and Timelines
• Adherence to season calendar, signs off's, buying week etc.
Professional
Qualification
Pre Graduation Course in Commerce
(Intermediate in Commerce)
Personal Details Date Of Birth: 10 Sep 1976
Visa Status: Work
M/Status: Married
Nationality: Pakistani, Karachi.
Languages: Urdu, English and Malaysian.
3. Valid U.A.E Driving License
Proficient Skills I have excellent command on followings:
• Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel and MS Powerpoint)
• ERP Gateway
Reference Will be furnished on request.