ABDULKADER HAYKAL
Istanbul,ُEsenyurt
Summary
Detail-oriented professional promoting expertise in supply chain planning. Confident Procurement Specialist knowledgeable in managing vendor relations, tracking products, and the methods needed to obtain the best pricing.
Respectful Procurement Specialist with understanding of supply and demand and discerning eye for inventory level evaluation. Bilingual go-getter experienced in coordinating with vendors regarding logistics.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Specialist
Infinity Trading Company
07.2022 - Current
- Studied company suppliers to better understand each vendor's unique capabilities and benefits
- Managed quality and delivery performance of assigned categories and suppliers
- Participated in meetings and brainstorming sessions to discuss ways to streamline processes
- Submitted agreements and purchase documentation to manager for approval
- Supported large-scale RFP activities by working closely with procurement managers and independently handled low- and mid-range segments
- Evaluated and selected vendors based upon cost, quality and capability
- Researched issues to determine appropriate resolution methods to initiate
- Maintained confidentiality of business information to avoid breaches and data loss
- Delegated and prioritized team tasks to manage deliveries against expected deadlines
- Identified best bids between suppliers, carefully comparing prices, specifications and delivery schedules.
Procurement Manager
Asas Hoding Company
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Delivered against annual operational and financial goals with assessment and improvement of procurement strategies
- Negotiated with suppliers and vendors to secure favorable terms and competitive pricing
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers to drive optimized value through strategic relationship management program
- Reviewed existing contracts with suppliers and vendors to drive ongoing feasibility
- Created and processed purchase orders to acquire vendor materials and subcontractor services
- Provided input and recommendations on organizational structure and resource requirements needed to support supply chain goals
- Supported category management activities to drive supplier performance and increase category compliance
- Collaborated with supply chain leadership on strategy development for productivity, quality, and continuous improvement
- Controlled procurement budget to promote culture of long-term cost savings
- Hired, developed, and managed procurement team through day-to-day requirements and established performance standards
- Kept consistently quality levels with detailed specifications and regular conformance checks.
Senior Buyer
Basicxx Middle East
11.2016 - 12.2018
- Maintained ideal inventory levels, actively reviewing stock against sales ratios
- Achieved favorable pricing, quality and quantity with diligent vendor relationship management
- Created and maintained pre-season and in-season SKU level forecast for multiple product families
- Planned and executed purchase order creation, cost verification and database maintenance
- Established prices, delivery arrangements and payment terms with each vendor
- Minimized shrinkage with focused and strategic stock management
- Handled sourcing, selection and purchasing for assigned product categories
- Made optimal buying decisions, regularly researching new trends and industry advances
- Performed comprehensive audits on assigned suppliers for quality, accuracy and timely deliveries
- Managed distribution of goods to outlets, overseeing logistics and display setup
- Assessed condition of merchandise orders for quality assurance measures.
Buyer
M. H. Alshaya Co
01.2013 - 10.2016
- Achieved favorable pricing, quality and quantity with diligent vendor relationship management
- Maintained ideal inventory levels, actively reviewing stock against sales ratios
- Minimized shrinkage with focused and strategic stock management
- Performed comprehensive audits on assigned suppliers for quality, accuracy and timely deliveries
- Planned and executed purchase order creation, cost verification and database maintenance
- Made optimal buying decisions, regularly researching new trends and industry advances
- Consulted with merchandise managers about budget and goods to be purchased.
Stock Control Manager
M. H. Alshaya Co. H&B
04.2010 - 12.2012
- Avoided restocking delays by anticipating floor needs and coordinating team assignments
- Kept finances accurate, preparing drawers, counting cash and organizing daily bank deposits
- Minimized shrinkage with effective end-to-end stock management, inspecting incoming inventory, stockroom and floor merchandising
- Tracked and improved supply chain management via performance metrics
- Improved storage and distribution models with warehouse and customer data
- Controlled costs by selecting, qualifying and evaluating logistics carriers.
Showroom Manager
Aumbinta
12.2006 - 02.2010
- Developed creative showroom environment balancing specialty pieces with reliable staples to sustain business revenue
- Coached and directed staff to maintain adherence to expectations
- Oversaw showroom branding, verifying each area as being up to standards or in need of rework
- Delivered exceptional experiences to customers and incorporated feedback to improve future interactions
- Tracked and communicated store status via sales metrics, aging reports and mystery shopper feedback
- Kept inventory within optimal levels, ready to meet expected customer demands without exceeding budget targets.
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
NIXON University
US09.2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
GULF BUREAU OF HIGHER ESDUCATION ( EQUIVALENCY )
US05.2018
Skills
- Price dispute resolution
- Supply chain planning
- Effective communication
- Purchase order creation
- Price negotiation
- Vendor relationship management
- Active Listening
- Organization and Time Management
- Training and Development
- Planning and Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Strategic Management - International Business Management Institute (IBMI)
- Marketing Advanced Diploma - International Career institute
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Turkish
Elementary
A2
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
Infinity Trading Company
07.2022 - Current
Procurement Manager
Asas Hoding Company
01.2019 - 11.2021
Senior Buyer
Basicxx Middle East
11.2016 - 12.2018
Buyer
M. H. Alshaya Co
01.2013 - 10.2016
Stock Control Manager
M. H. Alshaya Co. H&B
04.2010 - 12.2012
Showroom Manager
Aumbinta
12.2006 - 02.2010
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
NIXON University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
GULF BUREAU OF HIGHER ESDUCATION ( EQUIVALENCY )