Ahmed Al Maliki
Logistician
Bgahdad
Summary
A senior logistician, with 10+ years' experience in different positions in the logistics line in Iraq and other countries within humanitarian contexts. Ascended the ladder with time from very simple logistics assistant position, to work on procurement, supply, and security management to reach more senior logistics manager and coordinator positions in various contexts. Senior logistics trainer and facilitator. Experienced Logistics Manager proficient at monitoring operational pulse to deliver relevant information to all major internal customers and stakeholders. Accustomed to working with multiple entities to achieve business goals for logistics efficiency, cost containment and contract integrity. Works quickly and maintains focus while providing top-notch customer service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Mission Logistics Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
7 2018 - 3 2024
- Participating in the definition and update of annual project planning and budgets and the Emergency Preparation Plan, advising the Coordination in the translation of the identified logistical / technical needs into objectives, priorities and resources needed for intervention
- Monitoring the implementation of logistics/technical/supply activities in the mission ensuring compliance to MSF standards, protocols and procedures, and reporting to the Logistics Coordinator
- On the development of the ongoing programs and proposing reorientation strategies when needed
- In close collaboration with the HR department, participating in the recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing and performance evaluation of the logistics staff in the mission in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required
- Implementing all these related activities to the logistics staff under his/her direct responsibility
- Ensuring technical reference for all logistics/technical issues in the mission and provides coaching to logistics staff
- Ensuring installation and maintenance of functional office space(s) and lodging facilities in an adequate living condition as well as all the equipment required
- Monitoring and implementing the technical aspects of the risk reduction rules: transport, communication, protection, identification and preparation of the technical aspects of the mission security plan, evacuation plan and other contingency plans
- Ensuring communication means in the Mission (including numbers frequencies), allowing permanent communication between capital, projects, bases and HQ
- Ensures all staff in the Mission benefits from proper training on how to use communications equipment available in the Mission (e.g
- Satellite phones, HF/VHF radios, computers, etc.)
- Providing reports on projects/mission evolution from the technical/logistics perspective and proposing corrections if needed.
- Coordinated dispatching of 20 drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements
Logistics Coordinator
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
07.2018 - 03.2024
- Interim Logistics Coordinator for multiple occasions with extended responsibilities from the above mentioned.
- Developed relationships with key vendors, securing preferential treatment in pricing and terms negotiation
- Prepared and documented shipment activities and cargo movements to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
- Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse operations to maintain quality standards and minimize errors or inefficiencies
- Scheduled and coordinated truck, ship and air transport to maximize productivity and maintain organized calendar
- Implemented a warehouse organization system that increased storage capacity and accessibility
- Managed cross-functional teams for efficient project execution and timely completion
- Improved order accuracy through meticulous data entry and verification processes
- Evaluated potential risks within logistics operations proactively implementing measures to mitigate potential issues
- Established an effective communication system between departments involved in logistics coordination ensuring seamless information flow
- Conducted investigations to resolve issues related to logistics and cargo movements
- Conducted thorough market research to identify optimal suppliers based on price, quality, and reliability factors
- Developed strategies to optimize utilization of available resources
- Streamlined inventory management for reduced waste and improved cost control
- Performed regular audits and assessments of logistics processes to identify weaknesses, improve supply chain operations and minimize waste
- Managed loading, unloading, movement, and sorting of supplies to keep deliveries on schedule
- Analyzed customer requirements and provided customized logistics solutions
- Built and established relationships with staff and vendors
- Created reports to provide insights into logistics operations and performance
- Managed inventory levels to verify availability of stock for customer orders
- Devised routing plans and schedules to facilitate safe and timely delivery of goods
- Prepared and presented reports to management on logistics performance
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of service
- Created and managed budgets related to logistics and transportation
- Identified opportunities for inventory reductions
- Implemented and developed supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency
Logistics Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Participates in the definition and the update of annual project planning, budgets and Emergency Preparation Plan
- Monitors the implementation of logistic/technical/supply activities in the mission ensuring compliance of MSF standards, protocols and procedures, and reporting to the HOM on the development of the ongoing programs and reorientations strategies when needed
- In close collaboration with the HR department, participates in the recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing, and performance evaluation of the logistic staff under his responsibilities or technical reference in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required
- Ensures technical reference for logistics/technical issues in the mission and provides coaching to logistics staff
- Ensure installation and maintenance of functional office space and lodging facilities in an adequate living conditions as well as all the equipment required
- Monitor and implement the technical aspects of the risk reduction rules: transport, communication, protection, identification and preparation of the technical aspects of the mission security plan, evacuation plan and other contingency plans
- Ensure availability and functionality of communication means in the mission, allowing fluid and permanent communication between capital, projects, bases and HQ
- Train the staff in the mission on the usage of communication equipment available in the mission
- Provide reporting on project/mission evolution from technical/logistics perspective and propose necessary corrective actions
- Regular visits to the other fields and provide a technical support to the logistic team in the mission country
- Ensures a proper use of tools and documents for logistic monitoring
- Participates in preparing and/or updating the mission security policy; Participates in evaluating the material and human resources needed to carry out the logistical activities of the mission, in conjunction with the line manager and technical adviser
- Ensures local purchases are made in accordance with MSF procurement rules.
Site Responsible
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Carry out logistics activities in the MSF Baghdad base
- Carry out the maintenance and follow up of MSF equipment
- Manage supply for the MSF Baghdad base
- Follow up all aspects related to the fleet of vehicles, including movement follow-up
- Supervise all stores present in the Baghdad base (including food security trunk)
- Follow up the consumption of office material, food products, hygiene products, fuel and lubricants
- Make sure all equipment needed in the vehicles are present and functional
- Plan vehicle movements with Specialized Liaison Officer
- Follow up drivers and Watchmen
- Participate in the recruitment of personnel for the LOG team
- Make the demand of advance listing the expected expenses
- Participate to the monthly cash request
- Draw up a monthly logistic report.
Emergency project Logistics Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
04.2014 - 06.2014
- The logistics manager responsible for opening the new MSF France project for Syrian refugees in Kurdistan region.
Site Responsible
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
04.2013 - 04.2014
- Similar duties and responsibilities mentioned earlier for the same position title.
Supply Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
01.2013 - 04.2013
- The supply manager for the startup project of pediatrics hospital inside Al-Zaatari camp for Syrian refugees
Logistics Base Supervisor
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
06.2011 - 12.2012
- Following up the consumption of office material, fuel and lubricants used in the different facilities (office, house, store, etc.)
- Carrying out maintenance in all the MSF project premises (office, houses, stores, garage, etc.) and checking on the general state of facilities (walls, structure, roofs), electrical installations, water supply and quality, etc
- Carrying out regular visits to each facility, reporting anomalies and other problems to line manager
- Evaluating and drawing attention to rehabilitation and repair needs
- Following up minor building rehabilitation work
- Checking that installations and buildings conform to security norms (closures and doorways in a good state, open spaces lit up, buildings identified, fire extinguishers present, electrical installations earthed, etc.)
- Drawing up and monitoring asset inventories in equipment concerning energy, cold chain, IT and radio communication (filling in sections of Tugères)
- Managing supply and distribution of energy
- Identify the local suppliers
- Drawing up logistics orders for the sector of activity
- Following up orders in progress and outstanding balances.
Movement Operator
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
03.2011 - 06.2011
- Reporting and analysis of security, daily incident reports
- Produce a trip report after each trip and keep record of every trip
- Provides a daily summary of the main event in the capital regarding the following topic: security, politics, economics
- Analysis the regional politics in relation with the political development in Iraq Responsibility of the strict implementation of internal movement regulations
- To assure proper communication and supervises its strict implementation by all MSF staff and especially drivers.
Office Coordinator
Franco Iraqi Center
04.2010 - 12.2010
- Monitor office expenditures and handle all office contracts (rent, service etc.)
- Follow-up all the administration and registration tasks
- Provide front desk support to guests and clients Manage files, record systems, office supplies and inventory
- Coordinate and plan meetings and corporate events
- Liaise with the other branches of the center in Iraq.
Translator
Al Sabah Newspaper
08.2009 - 02.2010
- Provide written translation into English and Arabic of Press releases, documents, reports, factsheets, presentations, Web materials etc
- Provide translation support for a large-scale survey including questionnaire, tabulation report and other related documents
- Preform quality control of translated documents to ensure accuracy, quality and appropriateness of the translation
- Ensure proper coordination and prioritization of translation requests
- Preform informal interpretation support for meetings if required.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - French Language
Collage of Arts / Al-Mustansirya University
Baghdad, BG 11.2005 - 10.2009
Diploma - English Language
Collage of Arts / Al-Mustansirya University
Baghdad, BG 11.2005 - 10.2009
Skills
Computer skills
Microsoft office packages: Excel, Word PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio
Effective communication
Coaching
Management and Leadership skills
Creativity
Security management
Analysis and Reporting
Construction
Rehabilitation
Maintenance
Supply and procurement
Protection / Occupational safety
Supply Chain Management
Transportation management systems
Vendor Relationship Management
Logistics Management
Logistics Analysis
Warehouse Management
Distribution Management
Warehouse Operations
Safety standards
Team Management
Purchasing management
Supplies inventory
Operational management
Budget Planning
Websites
Affiliations
- Member of the Iraqi translator's association.
- Member of MSF association.
Demographics
Iraqi, 1986, Married, Baghdad
References
Available upon request.
Training
- Technique Logistique de BaseTraining, France with Médecins Sans Frontières, 2013
- Hazardous Environment Awareness Training, Lebanon with the Danish Demining Group, 2013
- First Aid training, Iraq with the Iraqi Society for Emergency Medicine, 2015
- Conflict management & Stress management trainings, Baghdad with Médecins Sans Frontières, 2016
- Training of Logistics Technical Policies, Iraq with Médecins Sans Frontières, 2018
- Training of Facilitators (TOF), Amman with Médecins Sans Frontières, 2018
- Facilitate Field Management Training (FMT), North Iraq mission, Erbil, 2018
- Facilitate Field Management Training (FMT), Jordan mission, Amman, 2018
- Facilitate Field Management Training (FMT1 & 2), Nigeria, Abuja & Maiduguri, 2018
- Ways of Working training (WOW), Virtual training, 2020-2021
- Facilitate 4 sessions: Ways of Working training (WOW1), Amman Jordan, 2021
- Coaching Skills Workshop, with the Mentoring and Coaching hub, 2021
- Participated in Médecins Sans Frontières Log Week, Mérignac - France, 2022
- Facilitate 1 session: Ways of Working training (WOW1), for Syria mission in Turkey, 2022
Timeline
Logistics Coordinator
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
07.2018 - 03.2024
Logistics Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
07.2015 - 06.2018
Site Responsible
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
01.2015 - 07.2015
Emergency project Logistics Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
04.2014 - 06.2014
Site Responsible
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
04.2013 - 04.2014
Supply Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
01.2013 - 04.2013
Logistics Base Supervisor
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
06.2011 - 12.2012
Movement Operator
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
03.2011 - 06.2011
Office Coordinator
Franco Iraqi Center
04.2010 - 12.2010
Translator
Al Sabah Newspaper
08.2009 - 02.2010
Bachelor's Degree - French Language
Collage of Arts / Al-Mustansirya University
11.2005 - 10.2009
Diploma - English Language
Collage of Arts / Al-Mustansirya University
11.2005 - 10.2009
Mission Logistics Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières - France
7 2018 - 3 2024