Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Advisor
World Bank Project
Kabul, Afghanistan
07.2018 - 06.2021
Created and calculated purchase orders to follow price quotes and reductions
Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs
Organized and prioritized projects
Maintained information database related to products and service availability, supplier capabilities and lead times
Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list
Located and vetted vendors, established good relationships and negotiated contracts
Evaluated current vendors and sourced out new vendors for bidding requests
Identified systematic problems and root causes to resolve issues and improve service delivery
Collected documentation to assemble new purchase order contract folders
Identified dead inventory and created solutions for excess liquidation through creative inventory management solutions
Located vendors of materials, equipment or supplies to conduct interviews, determining product availability and terms of sales
Coordinated importation of items via ocean and air
Improved inventory turns and cycle count accuracy with aggressive and tactical buying methods
Introduced new incentive and recognition supplier programs.
Procurement Researcher/ Hybrid Consultant
Integrity Watch Afghanistan, CoST /SIGAR Project
Kabul, Afghanistan
10.2020 - 05.2021
Checked the accuracy of the disclosed information of infrastructure projects by procurement entities (Assessment of Disclosed information accuracy by project and contract phases and identification of issues of concern for the public)
Performed infrastructure projects procurement documents study from inception to completion particularly bid/proposal evaluation reports and award recommendations and identify issues of concern
Monitored the compliance of the contractor with project scope, cost and timelines
Drafted daily reports and final inspection reports along with their supporting deliverables and provide a thorough analysis of the cause and effect of each finding
Checked the Government's e-procurement website to see if the procuring entities have disclosed the information required
Ensured proper documentation is collected and vetted prior to acquisition in line with necessary rules and regulations governing the hiring process;
Request the additional information CoST requires for disclosure from the procuring entities
Visited and follow up with procurement entities (Ministries and independent authorities) for document checks of projects 9
Conduct procurement legal compliance assessment in the light of Afghanistan procurement law and regulation
Drafted a report that summarises the coverage of the disclosure, identifies broad procurement performance issues across the sample of projects and highlights points of interest specific to the individual projects
Identified detailed review of a sample of projects is required
Analysed the reviewed procurement data and prepare a comprehensive final report regarding the contracting process of a sample size of infrastructure projects from inception to completion
Made recommendations on the key findings in the procurement area
Carried out any other related activities and tasks assigned by the Program Manager
Global Technology
Logistics Officer
Global Technology
Kabul, Afghanistan
10.2016 - 06.2018
Coordinated and oversaw execution of logistics operations
Communicated effectively with shippers, customers and receivers regarding changes in pick up or delivery status
Handled and prioritized high call volumes and customer inquiries
Updated internal tracking and reporting systems throughout shift to maintain accuracy in sales data
Identified and implemented supply chain improvement opportunities
Followed established procedures and protocols regarding loads to promote integrity of shipments
Conducted timely physical count of inventory and make update reporting
Maintained proper filing system
Ensured legitimate use of office equipment and arrange timely servicing
Ensured physical facility for storage of materials, tools & equipment's in the stock/ store, office and Guest House
Coordinated and monitoring on regular base the cleanliness of facilities and the condition of stored commodities, goods and materials
Ensured that all assets are properly inventoried based on the standard format of Global Technology
Worked with Global Technology sub Offices and get report of them about any update of inventory and assets
Managed the fleet and the drivers
Controlled and managed the cost of the fleet (Fuel, Maintenance and repairs)
Kept update the registration of the vehicles with traffic departments
Provided good plan for Global Technology's transportation and the driver schedule
Ensured the Global Technology vehicles are using in proper way
Ensured the vehicle equipment is in right place and in good conditions
Ensured timely and safely transportation for all staff.
Administrative Analyst/Senior Procurement Officer
UNDP Project
Kabul, Afghanistan
07.2011 - 12.2015
Collaborated with the Admin, Finance and Procurement departments to ensure compliance with UNDP and Governmental rules and regulations;
Supervised daily work of subordinates, evaluated performance, and provided recommendations to the manager;
Received, reviewed, and analyzed purchase requisitions;
Conferred with the relevant officials concerning the requirements;
Prepared bids and proposals; wrote and/or assisted in writing bid specifications for commodities and services required by departments; analyzed responses, provided recommendations for award; created purchase orders;
Prepared tender documents in accordance with IEC procurement rules and regulations;
Conducted pre-bid meetings with interested vendors and staff to ensure complete understanding of bid requirements, scope of work, and responsibilities;
Prepared addendums following pre-bid to clarify, make additions and deletions to quotations/proposals;
Prepared weekly and monthly plans for the finance and admin departments;
Checked and revised finance documents;
Planned and conducted competitive negotiations, including sole source procurements
Addressed delivery problems and complaints, vendor disputes concerning contract obligations, and verbal and written protests from unsuccessful bidders
Maintained records on purchase price information on both open market and contract purchases and made revisions based on conditions;
Made recommendations to the Purchasing Agent for award of bids on large contracts;
Managed contracts and purchase orders to ensure compliance with bid specifications and contract;
Ensured compliance with the government and UN purchasing policies, procedures and regulations;
Developed training materials and conducted training sessions necessary for employees dealing with the Purchasing/Inventory computer application as well as general purchasing topics and procedures;
Conducted research, prepared reports and analyzed data as needed to support operations and to provide assistance to other departments as requested;
Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
Admin Finance Officer
Aschiana, Afghanistan's Children A New Approach
Kabul, Afghanistan
03.2009 - 06.2011
Managed and supervised administrative activities;
Regularly checked and maintained administrative records and filing systems;
Assisted in the conduct of workshops and seminars;
Extended assistance to other staff members to finalize periodic reports;
Liaison between the main office and regional offices;
Correspondence with external organizations;
Briefed/debriefed staff team members on issues relating to a variety of administrative areas;
Appraised the staff performance during their probationary periods;
Established and managed financial and accounting system for ASCHIANA;
Prepared financial reports;
Developed and ensured proper implementation of financial policy and procedures;
Prepared the financial statements, including but not limited to General Journal, Ledger, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, payroll, inventory, and fixed assets register, expense report, cash counts, bank reconciliation, etc
Prepared staff payroll, timesheets and leave recording files;
Prepared monthly and annual financial statement and quarterly financial management reports
Maintained, monitored and replenished office supplies, goods and services;
Education
Master of Arts - Procurement for Sustainable Development
University Of Turin + ITCILO
Turin, Italy
01.2023
MBA - Human Resources Development and Marketing
Noida International University, Simi
Delhi, India
06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Kabul University
Kabul, Afghanistan
03.2014
Skills
Process Improvement
Documentation and Reporting
Contract Negotiation
Analytical Thinking
Purchase Orders
Pricing Updates
MS Office
Procurement Proposals
Staff Training
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office
Team Management
Conflict Resolution
Languages
English:
Full Professional
Dari:
Native/ Bilingual
Pashto:
Hindi:
Professional
Languages
English
Full Professional
Dari
Native/ Bilingual
Pashto
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Professional
Timeline
Procurement Researcher/ Hybrid Consultant
Integrity Watch Afghanistan, CoST /SIGAR Project
10.2020 - 05.2021
Procurement Advisor
World Bank Project
07.2018 - 06.2021
Logistics Officer
Global Technology
10.2016 - 06.2018
Administrative Analyst/Senior Procurement Officer
UNDP Project
07.2011 - 12.2015
Admin Finance Officer
Aschiana, Afghanistan's Children A New Approach
03.2009 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - Procurement for Sustainable Development