SKILLS

  • Procurement and supply chain:

    • strategic sourcing
    • vendor relationship management
    • negotiation & cost reduction
    • inventory optimization
    • regulatory compliance
    • spend analysis
  • Business and management:

    • operational leadership
    • budget management
    • team leadership
    • process improvement
    • project management
    • P&L Responsibility
    • problem-solving & critical thinking
  • Technical proficiency:

    • Microsoft Office (Excel, Access)
    • SQL Server
    • PostgreSQL
    • data queries and analytics
  • Software and design:

    • Adobe Photoshop
    • Illustrator
    • Premiere Pro
    • After Effects
    • C#, .NET
    • Blazor web applications

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Professional Summary

Highly accomplished and results-driven professional with over 16 years of progressive experience spanning pharmaceutical operations and strategic procurement. Proven expertise in optimizing supply chain processes, leading high-performing teams, and driving significant cost reductions while ensuring regulatory compliance and superior service delivery. Adept at leveraging analytical insights to enhance profitability and operational efficiency in complex environments.

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work experience

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Senior Procurement Specialist

Medical Care Origin Company - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  • Led end-to-end purchasing operations for three pharmacy branches, overseeing the procurement of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, accessories, baby milk, and diapers, ensuring optimal stock levels and consistent product availability.

  • Drove a 15% increase in profit margin for the chain by strategically negotiating with multiple suppliers, comparing price quotations, and securing significant discounts.

  • Proactively sourced new products and suppliers from both online platforms and international vendors, expanding product offerings, and enhancing supply chain resilience.

  • Implemented and enforced cost-reduction policies, optimizing purchasing procedures to minimize waste, and maximize depart- mental effectiveness.

  • Managed key vendor relationships, effectively resolving payment related issues to maintain strong partnerships, and ensure uninterrupted supply.

  • Generated and analyzed comprehensive reports on vendor performance, compliance with company standards, and Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) regulatory requirements.

  • Prioritized essential purchasing tasks for project completion, and actively participated in relevant industry exhibitions in Riyadh to identify emerging trends and potential new partners.

April 2022 - current

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Consultant, Purchasing & Team Management

Canadian Pharmacies - Remote / Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  • Provided strategic consulting services on purchasing optimization and team management, contributing to enhanced supply chain efficiency and operational effectiveness.

  • Leveraged strong vendor relationships to resolve critical financial issues related to late payments, ensuring uninterrupted supply and maintaining positive vendor relations.

  • Advised on best practices for vendor negotiation and inventory control, leading to identified potential cost savings of 7%.

  • Developed and implemented performance-based commission structures and promotion frameworks for sales teams, resulting in a 100% increase in team motivation and 40% improvement in sales targets.

  • Improved clients' delivery of purchased orders, directly contributing to a 30% increase in pharmacy sales.

April 2022 - June 2024

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Pharmacy Manager

HOME pharmacies - Cairo, Egypt

  • Drove a 30% increase in pharmacy sales within the first year, significantly boosted by professional handling of insurance dispensing, and establishing strong relationships with inventory, financial, and insurance teams.

  • Directed comprehensive pharmacy operations and managed a team of approximately 18 staff members, including pharmacists, delivery personnel, security personnel, and cashiers, to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.

  • Developed and implemented effective pharmacy management policies and procedures, which optimized operational efficiency and protected drug inventories from damage or theft through enhanced security protocols.

  • Oversaw inventory management, including continuous stock availability screening and expiration date checks, delegating tasks to staff to maintain product integrity, and prevent losses.

  • Managed continuous staff development through periodic performance assessments and ongoing learning initiatives for pharmacists, fostering a high-performing and compliant team environment.

April 2017 - April 2021

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Pharmacy Manager

United Pharmaceutical Company - Taif, Saudi Arabia

  • Drove a significant 40% increase in sales and financial income for one of UPC's largest pharmacies in Taif, leveraging strong colleague collaboration and strategic initiatives.

  • Optimized store layout and refactored item locations (merchandising) to enhance up-selling and cross-selling, directly contributing to improved customer experience and revenue generation.

  • Expanded product offerings by introducing new categories, strategically positioning the pharmacy to compete effectively with larger chains by leveraging deep medical information and continuous learning.

  • Managed comprehensive pharmacy operations, overseeing accurate prescription interpretation, medication dispensing, and patient counseling to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

  • Fostered strong professional relationships with colleagues and supervisors, contributing to a collaborative and high-performance environment.

January 2012 - February 2017

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Pharmacist

Governmental Obligation - Alexandria, Egypt

  • Managed medication dispensing and patient counseling, ensuring accurate interpretation of orders and proper patient education regarding usage and adherence.

  • Ensured strict regulatory compliance with pharmacy laws and internal protocols, maintaining high standards for medication labeling, prescription review, and quality control.

  • Provided essential patient education on medications, tools, and equipment to promote patient-centered care and treatment adherence.

  • Acute awareness of hospital stock and inventory levels, optimizing medication availability and minimizing waste through efficient management of dispensing systems.

  • Utilized and meticulously managed dispensing systems, including ledger and review books, to ensure precise record-keeping, accountability, and seamless auditing of all pharmaceutical transactions.

2009 - 2011

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Pharmacist

Community Pharmacy - Cairo, Egypt

  • Managed medication dispensing and patient counseling, ensuring accurate interpretation of orders and comprehensive patient education on proper medication usage.

  • Applied rigorous attention to detail in medication labeling, prescription review, and dosage confirmation to ensure patient safety and adherence.

  • Maintained strict regulatory compliance with pharmacy standards and protocols, contributing to the quality of care and proper handling of medications.

2008 - 2011

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Education

  • May 2008

    Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science

    Zagazig University - Zagazig, Egypt

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Certificates

  • Valid

    SCFHS

    Saudi Commission for Health Specialties

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Projects & Initiatives

    • A study to develop pharmaceutical products warehouses aiming to grow business revenue and minimize operating expenses, through innovative solutions to challenges facing the partners.

    • A study for smart pharmacy project and its implementation mechanism to reduce medical errors related to medicines' side effects and drug interactions, and the possibility to be integrated to The Shared E-Health File.

    • A study for a unified digital commercial platform that aims to enhance the national economy and internal trade and combat fraud, commercial concealment, monopoly, money laundering and tax evasion, and increase the quality of logistics and the supply chain.

    • Consultant Member at Canadian Pharmacies.

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Activities