Clayton Povo

• A competent professional with over 13 years of experience in Procurement, Materials Management, Vendor Management and Inventory Management
• Expertise in procurement activities involving planning, techno-commercial negotiations, scheduling and procurement of components, materials & services from various sources locally and globally
• Building key relationship across all functions within the BU and at senior levels in the organization to influence key strategic sourcing and agency management decisions
• A dynamic leader with strong negotiation skills, analytical ability and strong operational focus
• Raised up in Oman and studied at Indian School in Muscat

Procurement & Contracts Manager

Al Jassar LLC (Telecom Division)

Oct 2016 – Mar 2022                                                                                                                                                                     Muscat, Oman

Role

• Managing procurement activities starting from the proposal stage through to post contract award
• Developing and implementing proactive procurement & contract philosophies, strategies, policies, procedures and systems from the view point of cost, schedule and quality controls for the all procurement stages of purchasing, test & inspection as per client’s specifications
• Establish purchasing, expediting and transportation control procedures
• Utilizing RFI (Request for Information), RFP (Request for Proposal) and RFQ (Request for Quote) techniques to identify, select and engage with suppliers to ensure competitive market advantage
• Leading negotiations and managing implementation and final resolution of purchase agreements
• Exercising analytical skills and commercial judgment in negotiating and managing supplier contracts
• Reviewing and initialing all Purchase Orders, Contract documents, Letter of Credit applications
• Managing the closeout phase of each purchase order and contract
• Responsible for making shipment arrangements for inbound and outbound & Handling shipment clearances (commercials), tracking and monitoring shipments to ensure on time delivery
• Negotiating prices with logistic/shipping companies and freight forwarders to ensure availing the best market rate
• Communicating effectively with clients and responding to their requirements and ensuring customers receive their products in a timely manner and good condition

Procurement & Logistics Officer

MHD InfoTech LLC

Jan 2012 – Nov 2015                                                                                                                                                                         Muscat, Oman

Role

• Coordinated with user departments and suppliers to determine scope of purchasing work for projects won
• Monitored quality execution of regular purchasing and logistics duties and other managerial works including preparation of pre & post shipment documentation as per PO, PI, LC terms, freight documentation
• Maintained accurate & updated purchasing records and pricing in the database
• Handled claims to factories and vendors for faulty, shortage and missing parts
• Supported relevant departments with quotations for the purpose of tenders
• Identified and selected the best purchase package in terms of quality, price, terms, deliveries and services by negotiating with suppliers
• Organized shipments with branch offices, suppliers and customers, plan and supervise shipments, freight negotiations with shipping Lines, timely arrangement of vehicles & containers for shipments, shipment tracking and updating the customer on timely basis
• Warehouse management skills resulting in accurate inventory level

Procurement Coordinator

DynCorp International FZ-LLC

Nov 2010 – Jan 2012                                                                                                                                            Dubai, UAE

Role

• Coordinated with the team to assist in purchase order management, vendor interaction, and product selection
• Communicated with all levels of management in the areas of planning, purchasing, logistics and operations
• Oversaw multiple district level employees to ensure that they stayed current on open PO reports, goods receipts, GRI (goods receipts, invoice receipts), and slow moving obsolete items
• Participated in team strategizing to optimize product and freight spend and provided input for changes or development in equipment, and substitute materials
• Reviewed and generated quarterly reports for small business vendors, and resolved transaction issues
• Tracked all shipments, determined estimated arrival times, and notified about delays to respective departments
• Spearheaded: WPS (Worldwide Protective Services) program at Erbil Base, Iraq & MD-530F program at Shindand, Afghanistan, ACAS (Afghanistan Civilian Advisor Support) for Kandahar, Jalalabad, Camp Gibson and Camp Falcon Base

Coordinator

INMA Technologies LLC

Oct 2007 – Oct 2010                                                                                                                                                                          Muscat, Oman

Role

• Coordinated with HR Heads of Oil & Gas companies in Oman and understood their requirements for various certifications required by oil rig executives
• Adhered to the program & services standards, policies, guidelines and procedures set by certification company
• Analysed and evaluated the efficiency of programs and program delivery
• Managed funds and reviewed financial statements & reports
• Liaised with IWCF (International Well Control Forum), Scotland and organized IWCF courses
• Built a client base and handled the marketing of products of INMA
• Responsible for airline & hotel booking for all the faculties that conducted various courses
• Ensured that safety, health and environmental policies and procedures were adhered to

HR Executive

MB Holding Company LLC

Sept 2006 – Aug 2007                                                                                                                                                                        Muscat, Oman

Role

• Prepared and maintained employee database for companies under MB Holding along with assigning proper grades for all employees
• Coordinated in Insta-Grader Workshops for employees of National Mining Company, Sohar (company of MB Holding) to set grades for new employees as well as existing employees based on their experience and certifications
• Highlights: - Played a vital role in organizing Career First Workshop for MB Holding at Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, Salalah Technical College, Salalah, Nizwa Technical College, Nizwa, Fire & Safety College, Muscat

Master of Business Administration

Sikkim Manipal University, India

Jul 2007 – Jun 2009                                                                                               Distinction (A Grade)

Bachelor in Business Administration

Sikkim Manipal University, India

Jul 2004 – Jun 2007                                                                                 Distinction (A Grade)