Hanif Mirrahimi
Purchasing Specialist
Calgary,AB
Summary
A highly motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist / Buyer with over 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management. Proven ability to negotiate cost-effective contracts, optimize purchasing strategies, and enhance operational efficiencies. Adept at managing vendor relationships, monitoring market trends, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Experienced in steel industry procurement, fabrication materials, and supply chain disruptions. Skilled in ERP systems (SAP MM, AS400), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint), and inventory forecasting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Inventory Specialist
Nespresso Nestle
02.2024 - Current
- Stock Management: Oversee the processing of all inbound and outbound stock shipments, ensuring accurate and timely handling of products
- Inventory Control: Conduct regular inventory counts and reconciliations to maintain optimal stock levels and identify discrepancies
- Stockroom Organization: Maintain an organised stockroom to ensure products are easily accessible for the sales team, facilitating efficient customer service
- Merchandising Support: Assist in replenishing merchandise on the sales floor, ensuring that displays are well-stocked and visually appealing
- Operational Support: Collaborate with various departments to support daily logistics-related requests and contribute to maintaining a safe and clean boutique environment
Procurement Specialist / Buyer
Tajhis Sanat Fidar Co.
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed procurement strategies for steel fabrication materials and spare parts, supporting large-scale projects
- Negotiated cost-effective vendor contracts, securing over $70,000 in savings through strategic sourcing
- Optimized procurement workflows using SAP, Excel, and Access, reducing project managers’ workload by 10 hours per week and saving $45,000 annually
- Monitored supply chain trends, ensuring risk mitigation for potential supply chain disruptions
- Automated inventory tracking, reducing expediting costs by 40%
- Ensured regulatory compliance and quality control, achieving a 98% accuracy rate in purchase orders and stock transfers
Purchase and Procurement Specialist
Dan Ertebat Heating Systems
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Sourced steel materials and spare parts from international suppliers for large industrial projects
- Negotiated vendor agreements, reducing overall purchasing expenses by 18%
- Conducted market research and supplier evaluations, ensuring cost-effective procurement
- Strengthened supply chain efficiency through inventory forecasting and logistics coordination
Supply Chain Specialist
Shanghai Tosan Co.
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Procured steel sheets and fabrication materials for industrial manufacturing and large-scale projects
- Conducted supplier performance evaluations, reducing supply chain disruptions by 40%
- Analyzed market trends and material price fluctuations, minimizing unexpected expenses by 15%
- Achieved $90,000 in annual savings by optimizing bulk purchasing and renegotiating vendor contracts
- Streamlined customs clearance processes, improving cost efficiency and reducing processing time by 20%
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Mazandaran University of Technology and Science
01.2005 - 01.2010
Executive MBA - Marketing & Expert Management
Islamic Azad University
01.2011 - 01.2013
Logistics & Supply Chain Management - undefined
Tehran University of Applied Sciences and Technology
Skills
Strategic sourcing
Certification
Executive MBA (Marketing & Expert Management), Islamic Azad University, 01/01/11, 12/31/13
Timeline
Inventory Specialist
Nespresso Nestle
02.2024 - Current
Procurement Specialist / Buyer
Tajhis Sanat Fidar Co.
01.2022 - 08.2023
Purchase and Procurement Specialist
Dan Ertebat Heating Systems
01.2018 - 01.2022
Supply Chain Specialist
Shanghai Tosan Co.
01.2015 - 01.2017
Executive MBA - Marketing & Expert Management
Islamic Azad University
01.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Mazandaran University of Technology and Science
01.2005 - 01.2010
Logistics & Supply Chain Management - undefined
Tehran University of Applied Sciences and Technology
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