Abdul Faththah

Detail-oriented Administrative & Procurement Professional with over 5 years of hands-on experience in the UAE and Sri Lanka. Proven expertise in managing the full procurement cycle, including vendor management, LPO processing, quotation analysis, and contract negotiation. Proficient in ERP systems (Oracle), inventory control, logistics coordination, and ensuring compliance with UAE regulations and ISO standards. Demonstrated ability to optimize workflows and improve cost efficiency. Seeking to leverage procurement and administration expertise to drive operational excellence and compliance within a dynamic organization in the UAE.

Procurement & Admin Officer | Al Jaliya Furniture Manufacturing LLC, UAE                             Jun 2023 – Present

• Led a team of 30+ support staff and technicians, assigning daily tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring alignment with project deadlines and company KPIs.
• Spearhead daily procurement and administrative operations, ensuring full compliance with internal control procedures and ISO 9001-aligned documentation standards.
• Prepare and process Local Purchase Orders (LPOs), quotations, and comparative analysis for suppliers; handled over 150+ LPOs with accurate pricing and timely approvals.
• Liaise with local and international vendors to obtain competitive quotes, evaluate supplier performance, and ensure on-time delivery of materials aligned with project deadlines.
• Supervise procurement activities for Oman operations, managing coordination of services and resolving operational issues for over 30+ clients weekly.
• Coordinate with finance for invoice matching, GRN verification, and supplier payments, ensuring 98% accuracy in procurement records and timely financial reconciliation.
• Monitor inventory levels, raise purchase requisitions, and implement proactive reordering strategies to prevent material shortages and ensure uninterrupted workflow.
• Developed and enforced standardized administrative and procurement procedures, reducing processing time by 25% and enhancing departmental efficiency.
• Maintain updated records for supplier contracts, LPOs, delivery notes, and invoices, ensuring audit readiness and easy retrieval through digital and physical filing systems.
• Delivered rapid, on-the-spot solutions to unexpected procurement and operational challenges, including last-minute material shortages and urgent vendor delays, ensuring business continuity without compromising quality or timelines.

Procurement Executive | Maker’s Pharma (PVT) LTD , Sri Lanka                                                 Feb 2020 – Mar 2023 

• Managed end-to-end procurement operations including vendor sourcing, quotation requests, LPO issuance, and order tracking for over 200 SKUs, ensuring uninterrupted supply chain and reducing order delays by 15%.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with 10+ local and international suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries and consistent compliance with company procurement policies.
• Coordinated with finance for invoice reconciliation, delivery note matching, and payment processing, achieving 98% accuracy in procurement documentation and reducing payment disputes.
• Oversaw stock level tracking and reorder point planning, initiating purchase requisitions and improving inventory accuracy by 90%.
• Analyzed vendor performance and procurement data to support cost control efforts, contributing in reducing of non-compliant vendor issues.
• Provided administrative and reporting support to senior management, including daily procurement reports, price comparisons, and vendor cost analysis, enabling faster and more informed decision-making.

Executive Merchandiser | Calico (PVT) LTD, Sri Lanka                                                               Sep 2018 – Jan 2020 

• Assisted in the preparation of purchase orders and coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Monitored inventory levels and supported demand forecasting to avoid overstocking and stockouts.
• Conducted basic vendor quotation comparisons and helped maintain accurate records for procurement and merchandising activities.
• Supported the merchandising team in data entry and report generation, including weekly sales and stock movement reports.
• Communicated with internal departments to coordinate product availability and delivery schedules, ensuring smooth store operations.

BA (Hons) Business Administration -                                                                                        2019 - 2020 London Metropolitan University 

Certificate in Computerized Accounting                                                                                     2019 - 2019 Global College of Computer studies, Sri Lanka 

Higher National Diploma in Business Management (Level 5)                                                2017 - 2019 Pearson , BTEC.

Higher Diploma in Accounting                                                                                                      2016 - 2019 AAT, Sri Lanka