MOHAMED AHMED ALI
Cairo
Summary
Seasoned Logistics & Supply Chain Manager with 17 years of progressive experience in import & export operations, procurement and supply chain optimization across the middle east, Europe & Africa. proven track record in driving operational excellence, cutting costs by up to 45% , high negotiation skills and leading high-performance teams to deliver impactful results. adept in ERP system (SAP, AS400 & Oracle) and known for strategic thinking, vendor management and process improvements that enhance organizational performance
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Manager (Import & Export)
Groupe SEB Egypt for Household Appliances (TEFAL & MOULINEX) products
6th of October city
01.2019 - Current
- Achieved 45 % reduction in operation cost (freight , customs operation ,storage &demurrage) through process optimization & increasing performance and implementing improvements in the supply chain cycle in Import & Export.
- Oversaw import & export operations for 600+ containers annually, ensuring 95% on time delivery
- Negotiation with freight forwarders and carriers to achieve 25 % saving in ocean freight & clearance.
- Successfully managed customs clearance process, achieving a 80% CLT clearance lead time reduction .
- Secured $700K refund drawback amounts over two years by liaising with governmental authorities.
- Mentored and developed a logistics team of 10 members to enhance productivity and resolve complex operational issues.
- Analyze financial records to improve efficiency, reduce access cost with 20% and update cost with finance dep.
Purchasing & Logistics Manager
Al-Mutlak Group (Automotive oil filters, Manufacture of transport vehicles, distributor of Continental tires and Sandwich panel)
Saudi Arabia
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Establish relevant vendor listing criteria and maintain updated lists of approved vendors in view of past experiences, license validity, price advantages, and other relevant factors.
- Conduct continuous search for appropriate vendors and reliable sources.
- Evaluate and monitor the performance of vendors and contractors on a regular basis to determine the level of compliance with established obligations.
- Track and report key functional metrics and recommend improvements to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
- Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements.
- Plan, organize, and coordinate acquisition alternatives as appropriate to cost-benefit considerations.
- Oversee receiving, delivery, and shipping processes and implement relevant internal controls.
- Plan the optimal levels of inventory items to be stocked, evaluating the supply needs, turnover rates, associated storage cost and reduce it with 15%.
- Responsibilities:
Procurement & Logistics Supervisor
Al-Mansour Auto. Company (Mansour Chevrolet), Largest Opel & Chevrolet cars distributer in Egypt for GM motors
Egypt
10.2007 - 06.2016
- Implemented cost-reducing initiatives in procurement processes, achieving a significant annual savings of $150k by negotiating better contract terms with suppliers while enhancing product quality and delivery timelines.
- With Excellent usage of SAP system .Also involved in identifying and implementing initiatives to reduce the overall supply chain cost base as follow
- Logistics
- Propose and implement transport strategy, (shipping carriers).
- Liaise with freight forwarder regarding the efficient running of shipping and transporting of parts.
- Co-ordinate the transportation of Parts from the various Suppliers to our warehouses.
- Optimize warehouse utilization through effective planning and shipment execution.
- Procuring
- Accepting and editing purchase requests from various parts departments.
- Corresponding with suppliers for quotations, preparing purchase orders and performing buying duties.
- Contacting suppliers to schedule deliveries or to discuss shortages or missed deliveries (back orders).
- Track deliveries and make sure what received is exactly what was ordered from suppliers
- Send claims reports to supplier and follow up till settlement and save around 1.2 M.
- Maintain records of materials, prices, inventories and deliveries
- Verifying the accuracy of purchase orders.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
AASTMT Maritime Affairs
Management Information System (MIS)
Modern Academy for Computer and Management Technology
01.2006
Skills
- Logistics & supply chain optimization
- Import & Export operations management
- Cost reduction strategies & budget control
- Vendor management & contract negotiation
- Excellent Knowledge of Microsoft office , SAP , ORACLE & AS400
- Leadership & team development
- Compliance with customs & international regulations
- Fluent Arabic & English communication skills
- Analytical talent, Solving problem
Training
- 16 Mar 2018-18 Aug 2018: Certified International Supply Chain Manager (CISCM) from (IPSCMI), USA
- 20 Dec 2014-26 Apr 2015: International Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist from (WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION)
- 11 – 13 Nov.2014 : Inventory Management & Stock Control at (TOP BUSINESS CONSULTANTS)
- 27-28 Mar 2013 : Public Speaking Mastery (presentation skills) at Dale Carnegie Training.
- 17Sep 2012 – 29 May 2013 : FINISH STRONG COURSE (Journey training center) include:
- 1- Emotional Intelligence: {Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Self-Motivation, Empathy & Effective relationship} 2- Business Etiquettes & Protocols: { The Art of Winning Others and How to listening }
- 3- Leadership is Everyone’s Business
- 4- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- 5- Planning & Organizing
- 6- Building A Dream Team
- 14 Apr-10Jul 2012: custom clearance diploma from (WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION) include:
- 1. Customs Law & Special Customs Regimes
- 2. Customs Procedures & International Agreements
- 3. International Agreements & Import and Export Subject
- 4. Customs Value Subject & Customs Tariff and Classification Subject
- 5. International Shipping Subject & Scholarship Advantages
- 6. Introduction about the concept of shipping
- 7. International shipping companies
- 8. Air freight, Sea freight, courier freight
- 9. Insurance of the freight
- 10. Logistics
- 21-22-23 Feb 2012 Business writing skills (B plus Training center)
- 15-16 Feb 2012 Time & Stress Management (Dale Carnegie Training)
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Logistics Manager (Import & Export)
Groupe SEB Egypt for Household Appliances (TEFAL & MOULINEX) products
01.2019 - Current
Purchasing & Logistics Manager
Al-Mutlak Group (Automotive oil filters, Manufacture of transport vehicles, distributor of Continental tires and Sandwich panel)
06.2016 - 03.2018
Procurement & Logistics Supervisor
Al-Mansour Auto. Company (Mansour Chevrolet), Largest Opel & Chevrolet cars distributer in Egypt for GM motors
10.2007 - 06.2016
Management Information System (MIS)
Modern Academy for Computer and Management Technology
MBA - Business Administration And Management
AASTMT Maritime Affairs