AHMED DONIA
Oakville
Summary
Strategic Supply Chain Management professional with over a decade of experience in semiconductor materials management and procurement. Demonstrates profound expertise in category management, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and adherence to regulatory compliance. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, implementing strategic sourcing solutions for high-stakes IT projects, and ensuring mutually beneficial supplier relationships. Adept at driving cost savings, improving contractual compliance, and enhancing procurement processes through advanced use of cloud technologies and data analytics.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contracts and Procurement Manager
Evron Computer Systems
06.2022 - Current
- Led a team of Materials Program Managers, providing mentorship and support, ensuring successful execution of materials readiness initiatives
- Spearheaded procurement initiatives for high-stakes IT projects, achieving 98% contractual compliance, negotiating 15% cost savings, and onboarding vendors 20% faster through stringent SLA tracking and robust vetting processes
- Developed and implemented new strategic sourcing solutions using Acumatica ERP for lean procurement processes
- Led Acumatica ERP migration with 100% accuracy, boosting efficiency by 40%, and enhanced system processes, raising functionality by 25%
- Executed comprehensive RFQ processes for IT projects, ensuring competitive pricing, high-quality deliverables, and project timelines alignment, enhancing project success
- Collaborated with vendors to timely renew software contracts, ensuring 100% compliance, averting operational disruptions, and securing favorable terms annually
- Applied data analytics tools to analyze materials data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize materials strategies.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
Supply Chain Manager
Dom Sports & Games
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Utilized advanced demand planning to optimize procurement strategies, resulting in a 95% on-time delivery rate and a 20% increase in profitability
- Pioneered strategic material sourcing from early design stages, ensuring 100% alignment with customer requirements for 15+ major product launches
- Developed and maintained strong supplier relationships, achieving a 20% reduction in procurement costs and increasing purchase orders by 10%
- Negotiated cost-effective shipping and transportation agreements, resulting in a 15% reduction in logistics expenses
- Oversaw procurement-related projects, reducing product recalls by 20% through stringent safety testing and effective import/export management
- Led the SYSPRO to NetSuite migration project, ensuring seamless integration and efficient transition of procurement processes
- Established and maintained positive relationships with cross-functional teams, encouraging open communication and teamwork.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
Procurement Lead
Giscon, Kuwait EPA consultation
01.2013 - 08.2020
- Strategically sourced and managed complex IT commodities and cloud-based data center infrastructure for a national environmental monitoring project
- Implemented RFP processes and led vendor selection and contract negotiations, resulting in a 10% reduction in transportation costs
- Leveraged advanced analytics and business intelligence tools to identify opportunities, rationalize the supplier base, and achieve significant cost savings
- Optimized demand and supply planning processes, reducing inventory holding costs by 20% and significantly improving operational efficiencies
- Applied digital supply chain technologies to improve visibility, traceability, and collaboration across the supply chain ecosystem.
- Achieved cost savings by strategically negotiating contracts and sourcing materials.
- Improved supplier relationships through consistent communication and performance evaluations.
Education
Master of Supply Chain Management -
Schulich School of Business, York University
Toronto, ONBBA - Analytics
American University of Kuwait
04.2012
Skills
- Technical Knowledge: Semiconductor materials management, contract manufacturing processes
- Data Analytics: SAP, Tableau, Power BI, MS Excel, SQL, KNIME, Alteryx, Power Automate
- ERP Systems: NetSuite, Dynamics, Acumatica
- Supply Chain Technologies: Azure, digital supply chain technologies
- Leadership: Team management, cross-functional collaboration, strategic problem-solving
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills, supplier relationship management
- Global Procurement
- Supplier Relationship Management
Websites
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional
- SCMP - Supply Chain Management Professional
Timeline
Contracts and Procurement Manager
Evron Computer Systems
06.2022 - Current
Supply Chain Manager
Dom Sports & Games
04.2021 - 06.2022
Procurement Lead
Giscon, Kuwait EPA consultation
01.2013 - 08.2020
Master of Supply Chain Management -
Schulich School of Business, York University
BBA - Analytics
American University of Kuwait
- PMP - Project Management Professional
- SCMP - Supply Chain Management Professional
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