AMNA M. AL TAMEEMI

Head of Purchasing and Contract

United Arab Emirates, UAE National

Profile summary

An accomplished and strategic procurement professional with over a decade of experience in managing complex purchasing operations and contract management across various sectors. Renowned for my ability to streamline procurement processes, negotiate favorable contracts, and lead high-performing teams, I have extensive experience in handling contracts and tenders. My expertise includes developing and executing procurement strategies, managing tenders, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. I bring a unique blend of leadership, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to achieving organizational goals.

Career highlights

Strategic Procurement Plan Execution: Developed and executed strategic procurement plans including contracts and tenders, while continuously monitoring inventory levels, supplier performance, and contract compliance to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing.

Contract Management Cycle Oversight: Managed the full contract cycle, from drafting and review to execution and renewal, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.

Key skills

Skills
Strategic ProcurementContract NegotiationTenders ManagementSupply Chain OptimizationTeam LeadershipProcess ImprovementBudget ManagementCompliance & Regulatory AdherenceProblem-SolvingCommunicationMicrosoft Office SuiteOracleERP SystemsSustainability & Ethical SourcingData Analytics & Visualization (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)Risk Management (Supply Chain, Financial, Legal)Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) PlatformsDigital Procurement Tools & Technologies (e.g., AI-powered sourcing)

Professional experience

Head of Purchasing and ContractJan 2020 - Present
Abu Dhabi Cycling Club (ADCC) | Abu Dhabi, UAE

• Spearheaded the development and implementation of procurement, contract, and tender management policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards while optimizing purchasing processes.. • Oversee the procurement process , including sourcing , negotiation, and vendor management ,ensuring cost -effectiveness and compliance with club policy . • Directed the end-to-end procurement process, including tender management, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and purchasing, securing advantageous terms without compromising on quality. • Negotiated and finalized contracts to ensure compliance withclub policies. • Manage contract cycle from drafting and review to execution and renewal ,and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance . • Coordinate with clubs depatmenrts to assess procument needs and develop strategic purchasing plans aligned with organizationa objectives . • Lead and metore the procurmert team enhancing efficiency ,performance and adherence to stranded operating procedures . • Provided strategic leadership and technical guidance to the procurement team, driving efficiency and ensuring all tasks were executed in alignment with organizational objectives. • Collaborated with senior management in the recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of department staff, fostering a high-performance culture and identifying opportunities for development. • Managed the acquisition of critical materials and supplies, ensuring the continuity of club operations and the successful execution of events and tournaments. • Audited and approved procurement documents, maintained accurate records, and prepared detailed reports on procurement activities, presenting findings to senior leadership. • Coordinated with relevant committees and departments to manage tender communications and submissions . • Developed and executed strategic procurement plans, including contracts and tenders, continuously monitoring inventory levels, supplier performance, and contract compliance to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing. • Analyze market trends,supplier performance to optimize procurmenrt decisions . • Oversee property management and facilities services , ensuring operational efficiency and maintance standards .

  • Spearheaded the development and implementation of procurement, contract, and tender management policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards while optimizing purchasing processes.
  • Oversee the procurement process , including sourcing , negotiation, and vendor management ,ensuring cost -effectiveness and compliance with club policy .
  • Directed the end-to-end procurement process, including tender management, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and purchasing, securing advantageous terms without compromising on quality.
  • Negotiated and finalized contracts to ensure compliance withclub policies.
  • Manage contract cycle from drafting and review to execution and renewal ,and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance .
Procurement ManagerJan 2015 - Jan 2018
Emirates Diplomatic Academy (EDA) | Abu Dhabi, UAE

• Directed the procurement operations, managing relationships with key suppliers and negotiating contracts that delivered significant cost savings. • Developed and executed sourcing strategies that aligned with EDA’s objectives, improving supplier quality and delivery performance. • Managed the procurement process for major events and projects, including the Annual Students Trip and Graduation ceremonies, ensuring seamless execution. • Led the tendering process, from RFP preparation to bid evaluation, securing favorable terms and ensuring compliance with internal policies. • Supervised and trained the procurement team, enhancing their skills in contract management, negotiation, and supplier relationship management. • Played a key role in budget preparation, ensuring alignment of procurement activities with financial targets.

  • Directed the procurement operations, managing relationships with key suppliers and negotiating contracts that delivered significant cost savings.
  • Developed and executed sourcing strategies that aligned with EDA’s objectives, improving supplier quality and delivery performance.
  • Managed the procurement process for major events and projects, including the Annual Students Trip and Graduation ceremonies, ensuring seamless execution.
  • Led the tendering process, from RFP preparation to bid evaluation, securing favorable terms and ensuring compliance with internal policies.
  • Supervised and trained the procurement team, enhancing their skills in contract management, negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
Procurement CoordinatorJan 2014 - Jan 2015
Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute (ADVETI) | Abu Dhabi, UAE

• Coordinated procurement activities across departments, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services in line with organizational needs. • Conducted supplier evaluations and negotiated favorable terms, improving procurement efficiency and cost-effectiveness. • Managed the verification process for supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with purchase orders. • Provided strategic recommendations for procurement improvements, contributing to process optimization and cost reduction.

  • Coordinated procurement activities across departments, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services in line with organizational needs.
  • Conducted supplier evaluations and negotiated favorable terms, improving procurement efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Managed the verification process for supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with purchase orders.
  • Provided strategic recommendations for procurement improvements, contributing to process optimization and cost reduction.
Procurement SpecialistJan 2008 - Jan 2013
Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding Company (ADSB) | Abu Dhabi, UAE

• Managed procurement for IT services, consulting, and specialized materials, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budget constraints. • Led tendering and contract management processes, negotiating terms that enhanced supplier performance and reduced costs. • Collaborated with internal departments to identify procurement needs and develop sourcing strategies that supported organizational objectives. • Ensured compliance with procurement governance standards, contributing to the integrity and transparency of procurement processes.

  • Managed procurement for IT services, consulting, and specialized materials, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budget constraints.
  • Led tendering and contract management processes, negotiating terms that enhanced supplier performance and reduced costs.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to identify procurement needs and develop sourcing strategies that supported organizational objectives.
  • Ensured compliance with procurement governance standards, contributing to the integrity and transparency of procurement processes.

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration – MarketingJan 2011
UAE University (UAEU)
Diploma, ManagementJan 2007 - Jan 2008
CMI Management
Diploma, Human ResourceJan 2007 - Jan 2008
Abu Dhabi University (ADU), Tawteen Program