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Atif Khan

Ajax,Canada

Summary

Results-driven supply chain and logistics professional with 12+ years of experience in procurement, logistics, and process optimization. Skilled in managing cross-functional teams, negotiating supplier contracts, and implementing strategic processes to drive operational efficiency. Strong analytical and time management abilities, with a proven track record of improving service delivery, reducing costs, and enhancing performance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Manager

15724708 Canada Inc.
02.2024 - Current
  • Managing the day-to-day transportation activities, including scheduling, routing, and the movement of goods to ensure timely delivery
  • Implementing systems to monitor deliveries, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and generate reports on efficiency, and service quality
  • Identify potential risks (delays, accidents) and develop contingency plans to ensure service continuity
  • Utilizing Transportation Management Software (TMS) like Motive, Samsara, and LoadStop to streamline operations, optimize routes, and track shipments in real time
  • Quickly address transportation-related challenges, including delivery delays, route changes, and vehicle breakdowns, to maintain seamless operations

IT Admin Specialist

Robert Half, Canada
12.2021 - 03.2023
  • Monitored progress of executed work and implemented system controls to increase operational efficiency
  • Worked on OS image writing and software installations on hardware systems
  • Managed wireless infrastructure, including routers, CISCO switches, and network amplifiers, ensuring reliable network connectivity
  • Supported IT infrastructure usage on-site, resolving technical issues and assisting with account creation for COVAX and VERTO tools

Procurement Manager

QuickLink Communication
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Analyzed and sourced price quotations from catalogs and suppliers to ensure cost-effective purchasing
  • Collaborated with the procurement and logistics teams to develop and finalize effective strategies
  • Awarded supplier contracts and coordinated delivery schedules to align with operational timelines
  • Monitored supplier performance, resolving delivery delays and shortages by coordinating with both clients and suppliers
  • Reviewed requisition orders for accuracy, ensuring the availability of necessary materials, equipment, and stock
  • Prepared, organized, and maintained purchase orders, purchasing records, reports, and updated price lists
  • Compiled and maintained inventory reports, tracking the quantity, type, and value of materials, equipment, and stock using both manual and computerized systems
  • Managed the review of payment terms and agreements to ensure compliance with procurement policies
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions
  • Reviewed requisition orders for accuracy and verified the availability of inventory such as equipment, and stock

Power and Telecom Analyst

Ericsson
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Developed and successfully led 5 Managed Services projects, saving $1.5 million in 6 months
  • Designed and introduced an internal audit system using MS Excel to track employee performance, identifying areas of negligence, conducting root cause analysis, and improving report accuracy by 20%
  • Enhanced the auto-monitoring system to manage and assess severity levels through the Network Operations Center (NOC) alarm system
  • Updated cell site categories to Prime and Stand-by for better operations
  • Coordinated with customers to optimize performance management and cost controls
  • Developed business cases for Power projects, driving efficiency and effectiveness
  • Managed fault resolution in a high-pressure environment, ensuring customer satisfaction by delivering timely, detailed reports
  • Negotiated scope of work with clients, preparing detailed proposals for management approval

Supply Chain Lead (Fuel)

Jazz VimpelCom
01.2009 - 01.2014
  • Followed up with procurement to ensure timely issuance of POs and contracts to vendors
  • Streamlined fuel supply procedures for 1,500 sites, reducing fuel outage by 30% and theft by 15%
  • Prepared cash-outflow reports for senior management review
  • Managed and ensured efficient fuel delivery from stations to sites
  • Coordinated with finance, vendors, and end-users to resolve invoice/payment inquiries
  • Oversaw formalities and procedures related to projects and programs
  • Provisioned fuel for under-construction sites and new generators at warehouses
  • Developed agreements with local stations to manage fuel card limits and credit coupons for continuous supply
  • Implemented a payment processing solution and assisted in payments through the procure-to-pay system

Administrative Coordinator

Nortel Networks
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Managed quotations and purchase orders with local and foreign vendors
  • Handled invoicing and payments for all project vendors throughout the project life cycle

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Hamdard University
Pakistan
01.2006

Skills

  • Supply Chain Optimization & Analysis
  • Procurement & Vendor Management
  • Transportation Management Software (Motive, Samsara, LoadStop)
  • Inventory Management & Control
  • Microsoft Office Suite (MS Excel - vLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, xLOOKUP)
  • Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
  • Cost Control & Budgeting
  • ERP System: Oracle
  • Strategic Research & Process Improvement
  • Excellent Communication & Client Relations
  • Ethical & Reliable with High Attention to Detail

Training

  • Time Management (Harvard ManageMentor)
  • Feedback Essentials (Harvard ManageMentor)
  • Decision Making (Harvard ManageMentor)
  • Seal the Deal

Websites

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Transportation Manager

15724708 Canada Inc.
02.2024 - Current

IT Admin Specialist

Robert Half, Canada
12.2021 - 03.2023

Procurement Manager

QuickLink Communication
01.2015 - 01.2017

Power and Telecom Analyst

Ericsson
01.2014 - 01.2015

Supply Chain Lead (Fuel)

Jazz VimpelCom
01.2009 - 01.2014

Administrative Coordinator

Nortel Networks
01.2007 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Hamdard University
Atif Khan