Ehab Resume
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Ehab Sayed Ahmed
Contact Details Email: ------------
Mobile: ------------
Address 160 Vanderhoof Ave, East York, ON – M4G 0B7
PROFILE
Seasoned leader at regional and multi-national organizations and across diverse industries, including chemicals,
aviation, and telecoms sectors.
Demonstrated expertise in managing global teams and projects across international offices.
Robust experience in developing business processes, designing and executing strategies, contract/tender
management, with proven track record of cost optimization.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jotun Paints A/S October 2012 – Present
Global Category Manager – Group Purchasing United Arab Emirates
Jotun Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of paints and coatings with a turnover over USD 2 billion
Managing, Negotiating, Developing and executing strategies for categories of raw materials, packaging
and indirect materials both regionally and globally
? Achieved consistent growth over six years to currently leading five categories with annual budget of USD
230m / annum.
? Successfully led global purchasing strategy teams across 33 factories worldwide, including CEEMEA, APAC,
China, USA, Chile and Brazil, developing KPIs and monitoring implementation; expanded global coverage
delivered average savings of USD 50 million annually over past 3 years, with record of USD 78m achieved
in 2017.
? Effectively negotiated consolidation of volumes of raw materials purchased to increase buying power,
leveraging my team’s global reach and international opportunities. In addition to savings, the suppliers
became business partners consulting Jotun in developing new paint technologies.
? Developed business processes for testing and approving alternative raw materials; recommendations
approved by management and implemented across procurement for all raw material categories.
? Led global project to minimize dependency on single source suppliers, partnering with research and
development as well as product testing teams, eliminating over 80% of single-source raw material cases.
? Delivered over 20 audits of suppliers across the globe, eliminating non-compliant suppliers and delivering a
5 point review system for pre-approving suppliers rolled globally.
? Partnered with Microsoft as lead Jotun representative to develop the POWER BI tool, allowing data in excel
files to be represented in interactive graphs, for easier trend monitoring and internal presentations. Power
BI has been rolled out worldwide to all Jotun offices.
? Successfully delivered internal training programs on procurement aspects focusing on purchasing polices,
supplier negotiation tactics, ethics, and supplier management, completing 10 seminars for over 100 onboarded
colleagues over the period of 3 years.
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Abu Dhabi Airports Company – ADAC Sept 2008 – Sept 2012
Contracts & Procurement Officer United Arab Emirates
Responsible for sourcing suppliers, initiating and managing tender processes, commercial and technical
evaluations and implementing contracts within agreed deadlines.
? Procurement Lead for Engineering, Facilities Management, Operations, Marketing and Concessions,
delivering contracts worth over USD 80 m.
? Selected to lead team partnering with external consultant to develop a purchasing procedure manual which
has been adopted to the company’s main policy
? Partnered Oracle to custom build database of suppliers to be directly linked to the ERP system
? Led a cross-functional project to design a comprehensive scorecard for the procurement cycle. Tasks
included setting up weighting criteria for both technical and commercial evaluations, defining standard
responsibility scheme between stakeholders, and agreeing supplier evaluation reports.
? Developed a system to assess and analyze requisitions & develop buying strategies that lead to identifying
optimization and savings opportunities.
Al Babtain Le Blanc Emirates L.L.C. (ABLEM) Feb 2007 - Sept 2008
Telecommunications Engineer (full-time) United Arab Emirates
Responsible for various telecom projects, including bid management, installations, quality management
and handing over projects to clients.
? Supported bid submission feasibility and delivery for 8 projects.
? Worked with Ericsson, Etisalat & Du for networking installations across UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
? Involved in project handover, including final testing, documentation approval and delivery against
qualifications agreed
EDUCATION
Academy for Science & Technology (AAST) (Egypt – Cairo) 2001 - 2006
BS - Engineering - Electronics & Communications
? Honors: Excellence in Academic Achievements, Dean’s Honor List
Al Worood School (UAE – Abu Dhabi) 1995 - 2001
? International General Certificate of Secondary Education (I.G.C.S.E).
? A-Levels (Physics and Mathematics)
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COURSES COMPLETED
? Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) – American Purchasing Society Certified
CPP Certification is for Purchasing professionals who have demonstrated the skills to successfully implement
improved purchasing and supply chain practices as part of a business solution in an organization.
? Certified Purchasing Professional Manager (CPPM) – APS Certified
Applicants for CPPM Certification must already have earned and received the Certified Purchasing Professional
(CPP) certification or be applying for both programs simultaneously
? Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute Certified
PMP credential is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers. Globally recognized and
demanded, the PMP demonstrates that you have the experience, education and competency to lead and direct projects.
? Management in Networks (MiNet) Rogen-Si (Mar 17)
8-day regional program for managers/executives without direct reports, focusing on the matrix role, mindset & motivation,
influencing, culture, teams and presentation skills
? Negotiations for Sales Rogen-Si (Nov 16)
4-day regional training for purchasing and sales personnel who negotiate with suppliers and customers on a regular basis
learning different negotiation tools and principles and several negotiation simulations where the focus is on practicing the
new tools, focusing on simulations developed from real(istic) Jotun cases, providing full relevance to the workplace.
? Quality Management Systems Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Intertek (Aug 16)
3-day training which provides participants with the knowledge and skills related to the preparation, planning, conducting, and
reporting of audits and assessing the compliance of the Quality Management Systems (QMS) with the requirements of ISO
9001:2008.
OTHER
? Languages: Fluent in written and spoken English & Arabic
? Proficient use of MS Office, Oracle ERP, IMS Matrix, MIS BO, and Power BI
? Social Impact: Assisted in organizing CSR activities while in Jotun, such as Book Donation drive, Blood
donation and Gift of Giving to less privileged children of the UAE. Participated in Resala program in Egypt
by collecting and distributing used clothes, Annual
? Interests: Travel & regularly take part in team sports since high school
References are furnished upon request
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Ehab Sayed Ahmed
Contact Details Email: ------------
Mobile: ------------
Address 160 Vanderhoof Ave, East York, ON – M4G 0B7
PROFILE
Seasoned leader at regional and multi-national organizations and across diverse industries, including chemicals,
aviation, and telecoms sectors.
Demonstrated expertise in managing global teams and projects across international offices.
Robust experience in developing business processes, designing and executing strategies, contract/tender
management, with proven track record of cost optimization.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jotun Paints A/S October 2012 – Present
Global Category Manager – Group Purchasing United Arab Emirates
Jotun Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of paints and coatings with a turnover over USD 2 billion
Managing, Negotiating, Developing and executing strategies for categories of raw materials, packaging
and indirect materials both regionally and globally
? Achieved consistent growth over six years to currently leading five categories with annual budget of USD
230m / annum.
? Successfully led global purchasing strategy teams across 33 factories worldwide, including CEEMEA, APAC,
China, USA, Chile and Brazil, developing KPIs and monitoring implementation; expanded global coverage
delivered average savings of USD 50 million annually over past 3 years, with record of USD 78m achieved
in 2017.
? Effectively negotiated consolidation of volumes of raw materials purchased to increase buying power,
leveraging my team’s global reach and international opportunities. In addition to savings, the suppliers
became business partners consulting Jotun in developing new paint technologies.
? Developed business processes for testing and approving alternative raw materials; recommendations
approved by management and implemented across procurement for all raw material categories.
? Led global project to minimize dependency on single source suppliers, partnering with research and
development as well as product testing teams, eliminating over 80% of single-source raw material cases.
? Delivered over 20 audits of suppliers across the globe, eliminating non-compliant suppliers and delivering a
5 point review system for pre-approving suppliers rolled globally.
? Partnered with Microsoft as lead Jotun representative to develop the POWER BI tool, allowing data in excel
files to be represented in interactive graphs, for easier trend monitoring and internal presentations. Power
BI has been rolled out worldwide to all Jotun offices.
? Successfully delivered internal training programs on procurement aspects focusing on purchasing polices,
supplier negotiation tactics, ethics, and supplier management, completing 10 seminars for over 100 onboarded
colleagues over the period of 3 years.
age 2 of 3
Abu Dhabi Airports Company – ADAC Sept 2008 – Sept 2012
Contracts & Procurement Officer United Arab Emirates
Responsible for sourcing suppliers, initiating and managing tender processes, commercial and technical
evaluations and implementing contracts within agreed deadlines.
? Procurement Lead for Engineering, Facilities Management, Operations, Marketing and Concessions,
delivering contracts worth over USD 80 m.
? Selected to lead team partnering with external consultant to develop a purchasing procedure manual which
has been adopted to the company’s main policy
? Partnered Oracle to custom build database of suppliers to be directly linked to the ERP system
? Led a cross-functional project to design a comprehensive scorecard for the procurement cycle. Tasks
included setting up weighting criteria for both technical and commercial evaluations, defining standard
responsibility scheme between stakeholders, and agreeing supplier evaluation reports.
? Developed a system to assess and analyze requisitions & develop buying strategies that lead to identifying
optimization and savings opportunities.
Al Babtain Le Blanc Emirates L.L.C. (ABLEM) Feb 2007 - Sept 2008
Telecommunications Engineer (full-time) United Arab Emirates
Responsible for various telecom projects, including bid management, installations, quality management
and handing over projects to clients.
? Supported bid submission feasibility and delivery for 8 projects.
? Worked with Ericsson, Etisalat & Du for networking installations across UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
? Involved in project handover, including final testing, documentation approval and delivery against
qualifications agreed
EDUCATION
Academy for Science & Technology (AAST) (Egypt – Cairo) 2001 - 2006
BS - Engineering - Electronics & Communications
? Honors: Excellence in Academic Achievements, Dean’s Honor List
Al Worood School (UAE – Abu Dhabi) 1995 - 2001
? International General Certificate of Secondary Education (I.G.C.S.E).
? A-Levels (Physics and Mathematics)
age 3 of 3
COURSES COMPLETED
? Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) – American Purchasing Society Certified
CPP Certification is for Purchasing professionals who have demonstrated the skills to successfully implement
improved purchasing and supply chain practices as part of a business solution in an organization.
? Certified Purchasing Professional Manager (CPPM) – APS Certified
Applicants for CPPM Certification must already have earned and received the Certified Purchasing Professional
(CPP) certification or be applying for both programs simultaneously
? Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute Certified
PMP credential is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers. Globally recognized and
demanded, the PMP demonstrates that you have the experience, education and competency to lead and direct projects.
? Management in Networks (MiNet) Rogen-Si (Mar 17)
8-day regional program for managers/executives without direct reports, focusing on the matrix role, mindset & motivation,
influencing, culture, teams and presentation skills
? Negotiations for Sales Rogen-Si (Nov 16)
4-day regional training for purchasing and sales personnel who negotiate with suppliers and customers on a regular basis
learning different negotiation tools and principles and several negotiation simulations where the focus is on practicing the
new tools, focusing on simulations developed from real(istic) Jotun cases, providing full relevance to the workplace.
? Quality Management Systems Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Intertek (Aug 16)
3-day training which provides participants with the knowledge and skills related to the preparation, planning, conducting, and
reporting of audits and assessing the compliance of the Quality Management Systems (QMS) with the requirements of ISO
9001:2008.
OTHER
? Languages: Fluent in written and spoken English & Arabic
? Proficient use of MS Office, Oracle ERP, IMS Matrix, MIS BO, and Power BI
? Social Impact: Assisted in organizing CSR activities while in Jotun, such as Book Donation drive, Blood
donation and Gift of Giving to less privileged children of the UAE. Participated in Resala program in Egypt
by collecting and distributing used clothes, Annual
? Interests: Travel & regularly take part in team sports since high school
References are furnished upon request