1. P.O. Box 811, Jeddah 21421
Saudi Arabia
Tel: 012-6444212 Ext.2503 (Off)
Cell : 0567178027
Email:khursheed.akhter@hotmail.com
Sayed Khursheed Akhter
Objective A result driven, hardworking and capable procurement supervisor
with a track of significantly reducing costs and also improving a
company’s processes and corporate purchasing programs. Having a
proven to ensure that a company enjoys a competitive edge when
compared to their competitors by securing the best quality, price
and terms from suppliers. Always delivering results against
strategic objectives, whilst working within the organizations core
values and beliefs.
Now looking for a new and challenging position, one that will make
best use of existing abilities and knowledge and also further my
carrier and professional development.
CARRIER HISTORY
Handling Equipment Div. : Crown Electric & Diesel Forklifts-USA / Germany
and Tailift Diesel + LPG, Hangcha, CT Power
Forklifts, China
Procurement Supervisor (International) - Arcoma Co. Ltd., Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Feb. 1st
2003 Till Present
Arcoma Arabia commercial agency a well-known Kingdom wise company having agencies and
Dealers of CROWN Electric Forklifts-USA/Germany/China, HangCha Diesel/LPG Forklifts-
China, CT Power Diesel/LPG Forklifts-China, Tailift Diesel/LPG Forklift-Taiwan, Loading
System Docks & Industrial Doors-Netherlands, ARMO Docks & Industrial Doors-Italy,
EnerSys-Hawker for Traction Batteries-Poland, PBM Chargers-Italy & REMA Battery
Connectors-Germany.

2. ARCOMA Ltd. is an innovative leader in distribution management in Saudi Arabia, UAE and
Yemen, offering manufacturers and exclusive exporters with a full service promotion and
distribution of their products in the field of machines, industrial automation, food products,
consumer products and packaging products. Arcoma's mission is to continue building a world
class sophisticated distribution system nationwide for manufacturers in these selected
products.
Arcoma co. is committed to providing time saving, superior and cost effective material
handling solutions. Arcoma and Crown are committed together to provide these solutions to
its valued customers. As a pioneer electric lifttrucks manufacturing company Crown's
products have been recognized worldwide for design excellence and innovation. From
smallest hand pallet truck to highest lifting turret trucks the goal is to always provide the
user with the safest most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible.
To compliments our high quality lift trucks, Arcoma offers durable and most reliable traction
batteries and battery chargers of various types and sizes from Enersys - Hawker of Poland.
Procurement Supervisor
An enthusiastic and highly motivated individual who has a good understanding of the role and
responsibilities associated with being a Procurement supervisor. Also providing leadership for
the purchasing dept. and motivating staffs to achieve maximum performance and efficiency.
Making sure that the procurement department works within all of the companies operational
Procedures.
o Managing a team of professional procurement staffs.
o To accomplish and achieve all activities involved in the purchase of materials from
overseas/local sources as per the company’s procedure and method.
o Responsible for Order Placement Timing / Demand Alignment for trucks & spare parts,
Material Replacement and Supplier Performance.
o Continuously monitoring, evaluating and improving suppliers’ performance and
Projecting Stock Levels.
o Monitoring delivery times to ensure materials are on time.
o Ensuring the adequate supply of all required materials, components and equipment.
o Handling Logistics issues - Nomination of shipping lines, sea/air freight forwarders for
ready shipments (20ft/40ft contr.) with terms CIF, FOB, Ex-Works from suppliers
factory i.e. New Bremen, Green Castle (USA), Roding – Germany, Hanghzu & Quindao
– China, Taiwan & The Netherlands etc..
o Continuously source equivalent materials that are less expensive but confirm to the
specifications that should be acceptable to the customers.
o Managing the procurement supplier relationships for the company. Helping to source
alternative items for buyers and customers.
o Price negotiating with vendors through special price request.
o Warranty claim procedure - Any manufacture defects or damages occurred during the
defined warranty period, solving through warranty claim according to warranty terms
and condition.
o Full Control of Local and Overseas Purchasing related matters.
o Meetings with suppliers either to abroad and local for further business discussions.
o Joining Seminars at supplier’s facility for the announcement of New release models,
up-gradation or Training program of forklifts, as and when required.
o Promoting best practices across the company. Developing relationship with
distributors.

3. o Working to create and promote a safe working environment.
o Involved in selling off excess, damaged and inventory and stock.
o Keeping all suppliers programs current and accurate.
o Pricelists for all equipment and parts are under our supervision. Pricing and margins of
equipment as well spare parts.
o Follow-up for supplier’s order acknowledgement with Ex-factory due dates.
o Reserving factory slots in advance for the trucks required urgently by the customer’s
special request to minimize delivery time.
o All original sea/air freight documents to clearing Agent to release the shipment on
time from the Port.
o Generating computer based (Greatplain program) Handling Equipment Purchase Codes
& System Purchase orders for each equipments & spare parts.
o Advising tentative delivery dates for the equipment to all Sales personnel to keep
notifying end users.
o Frequently corresponding with overseas & local suppliers (email) as well Inter-
departmental letters.
Additional Responsibilities:
o To control and maintain supplier’s outstanding payments records.
o Coordination with commissioning team to expedite job.
o Daily, weekly progress reports and schedules.
o To keep close focus on contractual milestones dates for efficient delivery.
Personal Strength/Skills
1. Result orientated.
2. Leadership and influencing skills.
3. Attention to detail.
4. Handling critical issues.
5. Capable of making important and strategic decisions.
6. Problem solving.
7. Communication and interpersonal relations.
8. Decision making skills
9. Positive attitude
10. Flexibility and adaptability

4. Educational Background
 Diploma in Sales & Marketing
All India Institute of management Studies (AIIMAS)
Chennai, India
 Bachelor degree in Legal Laws from Gorakhpur University (UP), India
 Bachelor degree in Arts (B.A) from Gorakhpur University (UP), India
Personal Information
Nationality : Indian
Marital Status : Married
Religion : Muslim
Health : Excellent
Driving License : Having valid driving license.
Iqama : Transferable Iqama.
Language Known
Language Speak Read Write
English Fluent Fluent Fluent
Arabic Good Good Poor
Urdu Fluent Fluent Fluent
Address
Sayed Khursheed Akhter
Cell: 0567178027
Email: khursheed.akhter@hotmail.com