Mahmoud consistently demonstrated strong strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and a deep understanding of technically driven procurement. He managed complex vendor negotiations across multiple countries and always delivered on time and under budget.
Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations Professional
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Dubai, UAE7+ Years ExperienceCIPS L4 In Progress
0+ Years
Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations
Millions Saved
Through Strategic Sourcing
Hundreds of Vendors
Sourced, Evaluated & Managed
Multiple Industries
Events · Equipment · FMCG · Oil & Gas · Retail · Trading
About
The Full Picture
Who I Am
Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations Manager with 7+ years of progressive experience across the UAE, KSA, and Egypt — spanning FMCG retail logistics, oil & gas industrial procurement, large-scale events technology, enterprise operations, and heavy equipment trading. This cross-industry exposure has built a rare ability to diagnose operational gaps and design structured, scalable solutions regardless of sector.
What I Do
I manage the full procurement lifecycle from end to end — strategic sourcing, supplier evaluation and development, market analysis, RFQ cycles, contract negotiation, and procure-to-pay execution. I also coordinate logistics across multi-modal supply chains (air, sea, land) including international shipments, customs clearance, and compliance. I work across multiple ERP platforms including Oracle, SAP, Odoo, and Coupa, and manage government and private procurement portals like eSupply, Etimad, SABER, Tejari, and Ariba. I also handle vendor registration, pre-qualification, and compliance across UAE, KSA, and international markets.
What Sets Me Apart
Beyond procurement, I support business growth through end-to-end bid management — handling pre-qualification, documentation, pricing strategy, and compliant submissions to help the company win contracts. Known for building operational infrastructure where none exists — from designing business frameworks with documented workflows and SOPs, to leading ERP implementations, to authoring complete governance documentation (ESG, Anti-Bribery, Credit Policy, Code of Conduct) aligned with UAE regulations. Combines deep procurement knowledge with hands-on automation capability using n8n workflows and AI-powered tools.
7+YearsExperience
6IndustriesCrossed
3CountriesUAE · KSA · Egypt
10MAEDBudgets Managed
Experience
Where I've Built Things
2026
Supply Chain & Operations Manager
Current
Golden Sparrow Trading Co·Heavy Equipment — Sales, Rentals & Services
Apr 2026 — Present·Dubai, UAE
- Managing full procurement, supply chain & operations — reporting directly to the General Manager as the operational backbone
- Leading strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization across UAE, KSA, and Oman
- Led the business requirements and process design for Odoo ERP — mapped all departmental workflows and overseeing implementation with Odoo's team
- Designed a 4-layer legal framework for installment sales (EIRC, GPS tracking, post-dated cheques, court enforcement)
- Authored complete governance documentation from scratch: ESG, Anti-Bribery, Credit Policy, Code of Conduct, and HSE
- Designed organizational structure and cross-department coordination framework
OperationsOdoo ERPPolicy DesignDigital Transformation
Procurement & Tender Expert
Oct 2025 — Mar 2026·Dubai, UAE
- Built the entire Procurement & Tendering function from zero — workflows, approval matrices, vendor evaluation criteria, and compliance governance
- Established the Bid Management Framework from scratch — pre/post-bid stages, documentation control, tracking tools, and approval workflows
- Managed end-to-end procurement cycle from RFQs and comparative analysis to contract execution and vendor performance management
- Led cross-functional teams (Sales, Finance, Operations) to ensure compliant and competitive tender submissions
- Managed company registrations across government, semi-government, and private supplier portals
ProcurementTenderingBid ManagementVendor Management
Supply Chain & Operations Manager
CurrentGolden Sparrow Trading Co·Heavy Equipment — Sales, Rentals & Services
Apr 2026 — Present·Dubai, UAE
- Managing full procurement, supply chain & operations — reporting directly to the General Manager as the operational backbone
- Leading strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization across UAE, KSA, and Oman
- Led the business requirements and process design for Odoo ERP — mapped all departmental workflows and overseeing implementation with Odoo's team
- Designed a 4-layer legal framework for installment sales (EIRC, GPS tracking, post-dated cheques, court enforcement)
- Authored complete governance documentation from scratch: ESG, Anti-Bribery, Credit Policy, Code of Conduct, and HSE
- Designed organizational structure and cross-department coordination framework
OperationsOdoo ERPPolicy DesignDigital Transformation
Procurement & Tender Expert
Oct 2025 — Mar 2026·Dubai, UAE
- Built the entire Procurement & Tendering function from zero — workflows, approval matrices, vendor evaluation criteria, and compliance governance
- Established the Bid Management Framework from scratch — pre/post-bid stages, documentation control, tracking tools, and approval workflows
- Managed end-to-end procurement cycle from RFQs and comparative analysis to contract execution and vendor performance management
- Led cross-functional teams (Sales, Finance, Operations) to ensure compliant and competitive tender submissions
- Managed company registrations across government, semi-government, and private supplier portals
ProcurementTenderingBid ManagementVendor Management
2025
Procurement Process Executive
Americana Foods·FMCG — Enterprise (20+ Markets across MENA)
Apr 2025 — Oct 2025·Dubai, UAE
- Managed the complete Procure-to-Pay cycle — purchase requisitions, PO creation, approvals, and vendor coordination across 20+ markets
- Maintained and optimized Master Data (Vendor, Customer, Item) ensuring integrity and alignment across Oracle, Coupa, Zoho, and Laserfiche
- Executed SKU harmonization for National Food Company divisions — unifying product codes across business units
- Supported data migration and process automation initiatives, enhancing governance across P2P and MDM operations
OracleCoupaMaster DataP2PEnterprise Scale
Procurement Process Executive
Americana Foods·FMCG — Enterprise (20+ Markets across MENA)
Apr 2025 — Oct 2025·Dubai, UAE
- Managed the complete Procure-to-Pay cycle — purchase requisitions, PO creation, approvals, and vendor coordination across 20+ markets
- Maintained and optimized Master Data (Vendor, Customer, Item) ensuring integrity and alignment across Oracle, Coupa, Zoho, and Laserfiche
- Executed SKU harmonization for National Food Company divisions — unifying product codes across business units
- Supported data migration and process automation initiatives, enhancing governance across P2P and MDM operations
OracleCoupaMaster DataP2PEnterprise Scale
2024
Procurement & Tender Executive
Fractal Systems·Event Technology — LED, Kinetic, AV, Digital Content
Jan 2024 — Apr 2025·Dubai, UAE
- Led end-to-end procurement for 30+ major events — COP28, FIFA World Cup, GITEX, Esports World Cup, Elie Saab (Celine Dion & J-Lo), World Defense Show
- Achieved 10-20% cost savings on most projects through strategic sourcing and alternative solutions — with detailed cost-tracking reports per project
- Sourced and managed vendors across UAE, KSA, Europe & Asia for cutting-edge LED, kinetic, and AV technologies
- Led complex contract negotiations balancing budget, quality, and service — including AED 600K+ single contracts
- Acted as procurement advisor to senior leadership on market intelligence, pricing strategy, and make-vs-buy decisions
- Managed tender processes end-to-end — client requirements analysis, documentation, pricing strategy, and bid submissions
Events TechStrategic SourcingLED/AVTendersCost Optimization
Procurement & Tender Executive
Fractal Systems·Event Technology — LED, Kinetic, AV, Digital Content
Jan 2024 — Apr 2025·Dubai, UAE
- Led end-to-end procurement for 30+ major events — COP28, FIFA World Cup, GITEX, Esports World Cup, Elie Saab (Celine Dion & J-Lo), World Defense Show
- Achieved 10-20% cost savings on most projects through strategic sourcing and alternative solutions — with detailed cost-tracking reports per project
- Sourced and managed vendors across UAE, KSA, Europe & Asia for cutting-edge LED, kinetic, and AV technologies
- Led complex contract negotiations balancing budget, quality, and service — including AED 600K+ single contracts
- Acted as procurement advisor to senior leadership on market intelligence, pricing strategy, and make-vs-buy decisions
- Managed tender processes end-to-end — client requirements analysis, documentation, pricing strategy, and bid submissions
Events TechStrategic SourcingLED/AVTendersCost Optimization
2021
Procurement & Logistics Officer
Hafa Trading Co·Oil & Gas — Industrial Supplies & PPE
Aug 2021 — Jun 2023·Al Khobar, KSA
- Sourced and evaluated vendors, managed RFQs, and negotiated on quality, pricing, delivery, and service terms
- Coordinated international logistics across air, sea, and land — handling SABER certificates and Saudi customs compliance
- Managed procurement data and workflows using Odoo ERP, maintaining accurate records on orders, deliveries, and invoices
- Trained and mentored junior procurement staff, fostering professional growth within the team
Oil & GasLogisticsSABEREtimadOdoo
Procurement & Logistics Officer
Hafa Trading Co·Oil & Gas — Industrial Supplies & PPE
Aug 2021 — Jun 2023·Al Khobar, KSA
- Sourced and evaluated vendors, managed RFQs, and negotiated on quality, pricing, delivery, and service terms
- Coordinated international logistics across air, sea, and land — handling SABER certificates and Saudi customs compliance
- Managed procurement data and workflows using Odoo ERP, maintaining accurate records on orders, deliveries, and invoices
- Trained and mentored junior procurement staff, fostering professional growth within the team
Oil & GasLogisticsSABEREtimadOdoo
2021
E-Commerce Buyer
Saudi Supplier·Industrial E-Commerce Marketplace
Jul 2021 — Apr 2023·Remote (KSA)
- Sourced and evaluated vendors for industrial and oil & gas products — selecting proposals to enhance retail sales potential
- Procured goods meeting cost, quality, and delivery targets using market research, competitor analysis, and price benchmarking
- Managed purchase orders and generated comprehensive procurement reports for management transparency
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives by analyzing market trends and capitalizing on pricing opportunities
E-CommerceSourcingMarket AnalysisCost Reduction
E-Commerce Buyer
Saudi Supplier·Industrial E-Commerce Marketplace
Jul 2021 — Apr 2023·Remote (KSA)
- Sourced and evaluated vendors for industrial and oil & gas products — selecting proposals to enhance retail sales potential
- Procured goods meeting cost, quality, and delivery targets using market research, competitor analysis, and price benchmarking
- Managed purchase orders and generated comprehensive procurement reports for management transparency
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives by analyzing market trends and capitalizing on pricing opportunities
E-CommerceSourcingMarket AnalysisCost Reduction
2019
Supply Chain Coordinator
Retail Stores of Second Egyptian Army·FMCG Retail — 17 Branches
Nov 2019 — Jan 2021·Egypt
- Coordinated supply chain operations for 17 retail branches — ensuring seamless inventory replenishment and distribution
- Managed fleet operations — optimizing delivery routes, tracking shipments, and coordinating schedules for maximum efficiency
- Maintained optimal inventory levels across all branches through regular audits and demand monitoring
- Partnered with suppliers, vendors, and distributors to ensure timely procurement and distribution of goods
Supply ChainInventoryFleet ManagementFMCG Retail
Supply Chain Coordinator
Retail Stores of Second Egyptian Army·FMCG Retail — 17 Branches
Nov 2019 — Jan 2021·Egypt
- Coordinated supply chain operations for 17 retail branches — ensuring seamless inventory replenishment and distribution
- Managed fleet operations — optimizing delivery routes, tracking shipments, and coordinating schedules for maximum efficiency
- Maintained optimal inventory levels across all branches through regular audits and demand monitoring
- Partnered with suppliers, vendors, and distributors to ensure timely procurement and distribution of goods
Supply ChainInventoryFleet ManagementFMCG Retail
Industries & Sectors
Heavy EquipmentGolden Sparrow Trading
FMCGAmericana Foods
Event TechnologyFractal Systems
Oil & GasHafa Trading
Industrial E-CommerceSaudi Supplier
FMCG RetailEgyptian Army Stores
Heavy EquipmentGolden Sparrow Trading
FMCGAmericana Foods
Event TechnologyFractal Systems
Oil & GasHafa Trading
Industrial E-CommerceSaudi Supplier
FMCG RetailEgyptian Army Stores
Heavy EquipmentGolden Sparrow Trading
FMCGAmericana Foods
Event TechnologyFractal Systems
Oil & GasHafa Trading
Industrial E-CommerceSaudi Supplier
FMCG RetailEgyptian Army Stores
Projects
Key Achievements
Procurement & Tenders
2Fractal Systems
AED 450K+ Saved — Single Project
Delivered AED 450,000+ in documented savings on one engagement through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and specification optimization.
450K+
AED Saved
Strategic SourcingNegotiationCost Analysis
Golden Sparrow Trading
Procurement Function — Built From Zero
Built the entire procurement and tendering function from scratch — SOPs, approval matrices, supplier portals, and compliance governance across UAE, KSA, and Oman.
Policy WritingPortal ManagementCompliance
Operations & Systems
401
Operations Portal
Golden Sparrow Trading
Built a comprehensive digital operations backbone from scratch — 11 business workflow phases covering Lead Capture to HR Hiring, with 280+ documented workflow nodes and 45+ standard operating procedures. Successfully pitched Odoo ERP implementation to automate all documented processes.
Process DesignSOPsOdoo ERPWorkflowsGovernance
02
Tender Monitoring System
AI-Powered Automation
Built automated tender tracking system for GCC markets using n8n workflows and AI. Monitors government procurement portals across UAE, KSA, and Oman — surfacing relevant opportunities in real-time.
n8nAI AutomationGovernment PortalsTender Tracking
03
ESG & Compliance Suite
Golden Sparrow Governance
Authored complete governance documentation from scratch — ESG & Sustainability Policy, Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy, Credit Policy, Code of Conduct, and HSE framework. All aligned with UAE regulations and international standards.
ESG PolicyComplianceGovernanceUAE Regulations
04
Odoo ERP — Business Lead
Golden Sparrow Trading
Led the business requirements and process design for Odoo Enterprise ERP — mapped all departmental workflows, defined system requirements, and managed the implementation with Odoo's technical team across procurement, inventory, sales, and operations.
Business Process DesignOdoo ERPRequirements Documentation
Events & Production
730+ World-Class Events Procured
Fractal Systems
Red Sea Global — Experience Center
Fractal Systems
Bank AlBilad — Facade Lighting
Fractal Systems
IKTVA 2025
Fractal Systems
COP 16 — UNCCD
Fractal Systems
1001 Seasons of Elie Saab — Rotating Towers
Fractal Systems
MA'ADEN — Multi-level Kinetic Cube
Fractal Systems
30+ World-Class Events Procured
Fractal Systems
Red Sea Global — Experience Center
Fractal Systems
Bank AlBilad — Facade Lighting
Fractal Systems
IKTVA 2025
Fractal Systems
COP 16 — UNCCD
Fractal Systems
1001 Seasons of Elie Saab — Rotating Towers
Fractal Systems
MA'ADEN — Multi-level Kinetic Cube
Fractal Systems
Daily Stack
Tools I Use Daily
🏢
ERP & Enterprise
Oracle88%
Odoo95%
SAP80%
Coupa85%
🏛️
Government Portals
eSupply Dubai90%
Etimad88%
SABER85%
ICV Portal82%
📋
Tendering & Sourcing
Tejari85%
Ariba78%
Jaggaer72%
⚡
Automation & AI
n8n92%
Claude90%
ChatGPT88%
📊
Analytics & Docs
Advanced Excel95%
Power BI78%
Mermaid Diagrams80%
🔧
Productivity
MS Office95%
Outlook92%
Zoho80%
Laserfiche78%
Education
Certifications & Education
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement & Supply
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
2025 — Present
Progress13%
1 of 8 modules completed
Currently studying L4M4 — Ethical and Responsible Sourcing
CIPS Ethical Procurement & Supply Certificate
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
2025
B.Sc. Accounting
Assiut University — Faculty of Commerce (English Section)
2019
Services
How I Can Help
01
Procurement Function Setup
I build procurement departments from scratch — sourcing workflows, approval matrices, vendor databases, and compliance governance. Done it twice, for two different industries.
02
Tender & Bid Management
Full tender lifecycle — opportunity tracking, bid documentation, commercial proposals, and submission. Both buying side (sourcing) and selling side (winning contracts in GCC markets).
03
Cost Reduction & Sourcing
Strategic sourcing that delivers measurable savings. AED 450K+ saved on a single project. 10-20% average reduction across 30+ events. I find where the money is hiding.
04
ERP Implementation (Odoo)
Odoo Enterprise ERP setup — procurement, inventory, sales, and operations modules. Business requirements, gap analysis, and process design to go-live.
05
Operations & Compliance Setup
SOPs, ESG policies, anti-bribery frameworks, credit policies, and governance documentation — all built from scratch and aligned with UAE regulations.
Mahmoud went above and beyond on every project — proactively finding cost-saving opportunities and solving procurement, logistics, and lead-time challenges before they became problems. His structured approach saved us significant time and money across 30+ events.
Sharp negotiation skills — consistently securing favorable terms while maintaining strong supplier relationships. One of the most commercially aware procurement professionals I've worked with.
Munsif Ali
SC & Procurement Leader
He handled everything from sourcing vendors to managing complex tenders with clarity and full ownership. Rare to find someone who can manage both the strategic and operational side this well.
Nasir Ali
SC & Procurement Professional
Mahmoud brought financial discipline to procurement — his cost tracking and savings reporting gave us visibility we never had before. A true partner to the finance function.
Mohsin Bilal
CFO, Fractal Systems
On tight-deadline projects like COP28 and FIFA activations, Mahmoud was the person I could always count on. Accurate timelines, no excuses, and always a backup plan ready.
Zain Dib
Project Manager, Fractal Systems
Sharp negotiation skills — consistently securing favorable terms while maintaining strong supplier relationships. One of the most commercially aware procurement professionals I've worked with.
Munsif Ali
SC & Procurement Leader
He handled everything from sourcing vendors to managing complex tenders with clarity and full ownership. Rare to find someone who can manage both the strategic and operational side this well.
Nasir Ali
SC & Procurement Professional
Mahmoud brought financial discipline to procurement — his cost tracking and savings reporting gave us visibility we never had before. A true partner to the finance function.
Mohsin Bilal
CFO, Fractal Systems
On tight-deadline projects like COP28 and FIFA activations, Mahmoud was the person I could always count on. Accurate timelines, no excuses, and always a backup plan ready.
Zain Dib
Project Manager, Fractal Systems
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