ABED H. DAWUD
Hastings-on-Hudson,NY
Summary
Procurement professional with proven track record in strategic sourcing and contract negotiation. Highly reliable and adaptable, with focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Possesses strong analytical and negotiation skills, along with proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Sr. Procurement Manager
AMPHENOL- DATA GUIDE CABLE CORP.
03.2020 - Current
- Oversee the entire procurement and logistics process, from inventory management, strategic sourcing, and MRP planning to data-driven procurement analysis, effective risk management strategy, and contract negotiations
- Built a solid, stable long term, reliable supply chain partnerships to meet the organization's operational and financial goals
- Responsible for the demand planning process and managing the inventory levels and MRP forecasting and ordering process
- Perform regular analysis of inventory levels and optimize inventory replenishment processes
- Developed and implemented inventory management policies and procedures to maintain overall inventory accuracy and improved turnover
- Selected accomplishments:
- Negotiated new contracts with key copper suppliers using Comex pricing saving the company over $2Million/year
- Negotiated rebate programs with plastic suppliers saving the company over $600K per year
- Secured copper contracts with copper mining companies that secured strategic stable supply
- Reduced inventory levels by 32% through demand forecasting and planning techniques and negotiated better payment terms
Customer Solutions Manager
RADIO FREQUENCY SYSTEMS
11.2013 - 03.2020
- Managed customer technical and field support, on-site training, and technical presentations to major telecom customers and wireless carriers, as well as participated in trade seminars tradeshows
- Worked with the design and product management teams to offer appropriate solutions to customers and to implement field input to improve product design and installation
- Developed and implemented knowledge tools and training programs to support company sales teams and distribution channel partners throughout USA and Canada
- Selected accomplishments:
- Cooperated closely with the account manager and product manager on Sprint 2.5 & Verizon 5G infrastructure initiatives, including equipment, cell site design, equipment installation, testing, training, and writing field installation documentation
- District sales and technical support for Puerto Rico
- Developed close relationships with local carriers that helped secure substantial Microwave and BSA antenna orders
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
RADIO FREQUENCY SYSTEMS
07.2011 - 11.2013
- Managed coaxial and fiber optic cable process development and improvement, as well as oversaw equipment acquisition and improvements
- Managed the design and manufacturing of the several very successful new products
Manager, Cable Process Engineering
PPC (JMA)
11.2009 - 05.2011
- Directed cable process engineering, R&D and coaxial cable manufacturing in the US
- Oversaw manufacturing operations at two manufacturing facilities in Lin’an (Hangzhou), China
- Built a new cable manufacturing facility in Syracuse, NY
- Oversaw site selection, negotiations with suppliers and contractors, equipment acquisition, installations, and commissioning
- Developed the organizational structure
- Recruited and trained staff
- Responsible for cable manufacturing facility cost center and P&L responsibility
- Invented a unique process for a new-patented coaxial cable design
Manager, Operations/Process Engineering
GE – TIMES MICROWAVE SYSTEMS
01.2005 - 05.2009
- Supervised 30 direct reports
- Directed cable manufacturing, quality, and inventory on second shift
- Prioritized and communicated production plans to operators
- Provided technical expertise and to all shifts
- Oversaw capital equipment acquisition and installation, equipment upgrades, automation projects, process development and optimization
- Lead implementation of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, cost reduction programs
Process Development Engineer
GE – TIMES MICROWAVE SYSTEMS
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Managed the installation and commissioning of a new $1.5M automated extrusion line
- Provided technical expertise and leadership to manufacturing staff on all three shifts
- Managed process development, tool design and optimization for LMR, low loss plenum, radiating antenna, CATV and phase stable cables as well as prototype development and fabrication
- Reduced machine set-up time by 30%, increased extrusion throughput by 72% and increased overall productivity by 30% resulting in $220K savings per year
Equipment Manager, B-777
THE BOEING COMPANY
01.1997 - 10.2000
- Managed B-777 FBW flight control, RAT and ARINC 629 Data bus Equipment and assemblies
- Directed all configuration and design changes and updates
- Oversaw material and process specifications of electrical systems for all Boeing airplane models and provided technical support to airline customers
- Guided manufacturing on installation activities
- Met regularly with suppliers and airline customers on redesigning parts and processes for optimization of weight, cost, and function
- Managed the development and approval of several new parts
- Managed suppliers and part qualifications
- Member of the 777-300X and the 777-200LR corporate design teams
- Member of Boeing’s HIRF/Lightning expert’s team
- Lead multiple large, company-wide standardization, outsourcing, and targeted cost savings projects resulting in over $50 million in annual savings
- Selected accomplishments:
- Managed the redesign and qualification of a new type of B-777 flexible flight control jumper cables (RAT system) resulting in over $900K annual saving
- Managed a Boeing-wide program to resolve a fire detection system issue on 747/767 GE engines (CF6-80C2)
- Developed the solution and guided the installation of the new high-temperature wire solution (BMS 13-65) rated at 312⁰ C
Education
Physics
Montclair State University
Upper Montclair, New Jersey 01.1981 - 01.1985
B.S. with Honors - Business Administration (Project Management Concentration)
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CTSkills
supplier relationship management
leadership
communication
negotiation
contract negotiation
strategic sourcing
supply chain management
budget management
cost-saving strategies
project management
analytical thinking
critical thinking
SAP
Word
Excel
Access
MS Project
PowerPoint
AutoCAD
Certification
Project Management, Charter Oak State College, CT, 2018
Timeline
Sr. Procurement Manager
AMPHENOL- DATA GUIDE CABLE CORP.
03.2020 - Current
Customer Solutions Manager
RADIO FREQUENCY SYSTEMS
11.2013 - 03.2020
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
RADIO FREQUENCY SYSTEMS
07.2011 - 11.2013
Manager, Cable Process Engineering
PPC (JMA)
11.2009 - 05.2011
Manager, Operations/Process Engineering
GE – TIMES MICROWAVE SYSTEMS
01.2005 - 05.2009
Process Development Engineer
GE – TIMES MICROWAVE SYSTEMS
01.2000 - 01.2005
Equipment Manager, B-777
THE BOEING COMPANY
01.1997 - 10.2000
Physics
Montclair State University
01.1981 - 01.1985
B.S. with Honors - Business Administration (Project Management Concentration)
Charter Oak State College
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