Ahmed Karar, an accomplished Senior Contracts, Procurement, and Supply Chain Specialist with a solid engineering background, has honed his expertise in navigating the intricacies of the industry. Certified at CIPS Level 4 and serving as a CIPS trainer, Ahmed brings a meticulous and methodical approach to his role.

With an in-depth understanding of the UAE market and supplier landscape, Ahmed has successfully managed the capital purchasing category. His extensive experience includes overseeing EPC projects, where he excels in contract terms drafting, contract creation, legal considerations, implementation, administration, and overall contract management.

A seasoned professional in Oil and Gas Public Procurement, Ahmed is committed to achieving objectives of competition, Value for Money, and Accountability in all procurement activities. His comprehensive skill set extends to coordinating logistics operations seamlessly.

As a subject matter expert in SCM, Procurement and Logistics, Ahmed Karar offers 14+ years of expertise to his role as a trainer. His dedication to excellence and strategic approach make him a valuable asset in shaping successful procurement strategies and ensuring the efficient management of contracts.

Core Competencies

⦾ Procurement Negotiation
⦾ CIPS Level 4
⦾ Supply Chain Management
⦾ Logistics

Professional Qualifications

⦾ Master Of Science, Mechanical Engineering (Power Plants)
⦾ Bachelor Of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Certifications

⦾ CIPS Level 4, Diploma in Procurement and Supply
⦾ Prince2 Practitioner, Project Management Methodology
⦾ PMP, Project Management Framework
⦾ IELTS

Professional Skills

⦾ CIPS trainer
⦾ ERP system and MS Office package
⦾ Project Management
⦾ Supply Chain Modeling (Monte Carlo Analysis) and Cost Controlling
⦾ Material Sourcing and Distribution
⦾ Contract Development and Management
⦾ Supplier Negotiations

CIPA Certification