Abeer A.khalek
Procurement and Sourcing Manager
Mokatam
Summary
Procurement and Sourcing Manager with over 20 years of experience in foreign purchasing, sales, and sourcing within the pharmaceutical and cosmetics FMCG industry. Proven track record of managing supplier relationships, negotiating cost-effective deals, and overseeing international trade and logistics operations. Strong leadership in risk management, SOP development, Oracle, and cross-functional collaboration for business growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
4020
4020
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Procurement & Sourcing Manager – FMCG (Cosmetics)
EVA Cosmetics
05.2024 - Current
- Manage full-cycle procurement of raw materials and packaging (EGP 600M+ annual spend).
- Lead supplier negotiations, contracts, and compliance with GMP & EDA.
- Oversee import/export operations, customs clearance, and logistics.
- Align with Planning, Finance, QC, and Regulatory Affairs to secure supply for production.
- Develop procurement SOPs, sourcing strategies, and supplier risk assessments.
- Manage Oracle procurement workflows for POs, inventory, and supplier KPIs.
Foreign Purchasing / Sourcing Section
Luna Co. for Industrial Investments SAE
12.1999 - 04.2024
Senior Purchasing Specialist
EVA Pharma
03.2009 - 09.2009
Office Manager
AlAhram Beverage
06.1998 - 10.1999
Education
Anti-Bribery Online Certificate -
Associated British Food
Bachelor of Archaeology - Egyptology
Cairo University
Skills
Strategic Sourcing
Supplier Management
International Procurement
Contract Negotiation
Cost Control
Import Documentation
Export Documentation
Clearance
Oracle
Microsoft 365
SOP Creation
Risk Mitigation
Supply Continuity Planning
Inventory Optimization
Planning Support
Team Leadership
Cross-functional Coordination
Accomplishments
- Reduced procurement lead time by 20% through streamlined vendor follow-up processes.
- Contributed to the successful launch of 5+ new cosmetic product lines by securing critical raw materials under tight deadlines.
- Negotiated favorable payment and delivery terms, achieving 5–6% cost savings (EGP 35M annually).
- Transitioned procurement operations into Oracle, improving process automation and reporting accuracy by 40%.
- Secured dual sources for critical ingredients, minimizing production downtime risks.
- Developed emergency procurement protocols (COVID-19, shipping delays), ensuring 100% production continuity.
- Implemented procurement SOPs that reduced PO cycle time by 25% and enhanced compliance tracking.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end procurement of cosmetics raw materials, packaging, and promotional items, aligning supply with production schedules and market demand.
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to support business growth, sustainability, and cost-control objectives.
- Manage local and international supplier portfolio, negotiating competitive pricing, favorable terms, and ensuring consistent quality.
- Optimize inventory levels and procurement processes to minimize stockouts, excess stock, and procurement cycle time.
- Coordinate cross-functionally with Planning, R&D, Finance, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs to streamline procurement and supply continuity.
- Oversee procurement systems (Oracle ERP) for accurate tracking of POs, invoices, and supplier performance.
International Trade And Logistics Management
- Oversee import/export strategy for timely delivery and regulatory compliance.
- Lead freight negotiations and select logistics partners to optimize cost, lead times, and service reliability.
- Monitor shipping performance and customs processes, reducing delays and demurrage costs.
- Implement logistics initiatives (shipment consolidation, multi-sourcing, free zone utilization) to improve efficiency and reduce supply chain risks.
- Collaborate with Finance, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams to ensure accurate reconciliation of shipping costs and duties.
Timeline
Procurement & Sourcing Manager – FMCG (Cosmetics)
EVA Cosmetics
05.2024 - Current
Senior Purchasing Specialist
EVA Pharma
03.2009 - 09.2009
Foreign Purchasing / Sourcing Section
Luna Co. for Industrial Investments SAE
12.1999 - 04.2024
Office Manager
AlAhram Beverage
06.1998 - 10.1999
Anti-Bribery Online Certificate -
Associated British Food
Bachelor of Archaeology - Egyptology
Cairo University