Mustafa Khalifa
Senior Procurement Specialist
Giza
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional with 12 years of expertise in identifying cost-saving opportunities, managing vendors, and negotiating contracts. Have successfully transitioned across various supply chain areas, gaining comprehensive experience and achieving notable results in each field. This diverse background has enhanced ability to optimize costs and improve supplier performance in current role, leading to a proven track record of effective cost optimization and supplier relationship management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Procurement Specialist
Sukari Gold Mines
Marsa Allam, Red Sea
10.2022 - Current
- Managed procurement processes for assets and spare parts valued at over $80M, ensuring cost efficiency and timely availability across 10+ categories.
- Achieved a 20% reduction in inventory costs by analyzing 5,000+ item transactions and collaborating with 50+ end-users for precise forecasting.
- Integrated supply chain functions (warehouse, inventory, procurement, logistics) to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes, resulting in a 30% improvement in turnaround time.
- Negotiated long-term agreements with 5+ key suppliers, resulting in cost savings of up to 15% while maintaining quality standards.
- Provided training and mentorship to 10+ junior procurement specialists, leading to a 15% increase in team productivity and industry knowledge.
- Developed data-driven reports for senior management, delivering insights into procurement activities that informed decisions impacting $10M in spending.
- Implemented vendor scorecards, improving supplier performance by 20% through regular evaluation and feedback.
- Reduced lead times by 25% through negotiations that secured favorable contract terms with key suppliers, enhancing overall supply chain efficiency.
- Streamlined procurement processes through the adoption of an automated purchasing system, increasing operational efficiency by 35%.
Senior Inventory Controller
Sukari Gold Mines
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed inventory control processes for mining operations, ensuring accurate tracking of 50,000+ raw materials, equipment, and spare parts.
- Implemented and maintained inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing excess inventory by 15%, resulting in cost savings of approximately $500,000 annually.
- Conducted regular audits and cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy, achieving a discrepancy rate of less than 1% across 20+ inventory categories.
- Collaborated with procurement and operations teams to forecast inventory needs, minimizing downtime by 20% and supporting production schedules effectively.
- Developed and enforced standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory management, enhancing compliance with industry regulations and improving safety standards by 30%.
WMS Team Leader
Agility Logistics
6th Of October, Giza
01.2017 - 07.2021
- Led a team of 150+ warehouse personnel, driving a 20% increase in productivity and improving customer satisfaction scores by 15% while achieving annual cost savings of approximately $25,000.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements, resulting in a 30% improvement in stakeholder satisfaction ratings and stronger partnerships.
- Cultivated a continuous improvement culture that reduced operational costs by 10% and increased employee retention rates by 25% over two years.
- Directed logistics operations, overseeing shipping and receiving processes for 500+ product lines and ensuring a 95% on-time delivery rate.
WMS Specialist
Agility Logistics
6th Of October, Giza
12.2014 - 01.2017
- Ensured compliance with contractual obligations (SLA & SOPs), resulting in a 7 % reduction in service-level discrepancies.
- Managed customer inquiries and created purchase orders, ASNs, and resolved inventory issues in WMS, handling an average of 350 inquiries daily.
- Maintained communication between GTG Coordinators and departments to update on products and policies, while upholding FEFO/FIFO rotation integrity to improve shipment accuracy to 99%.
International Account Advisor
FedEx
04.2012 - 11.2014
- Managed approximately 150 incoming customer inquiries daily, addressing work orders and inventory issues to maintain operational efficiency.
- Monitored international shipments, ensuring timely follow-up on 100% of inbound and outbound logistics, achieving a 98% on-time delivery rate.
- Conducted shipment quotations for 50+ heavy-weight shipments monthly, facilitating clear communication between the sales department and clients, which increased order accuracy by 15%.
- Coordinated logistics across 5 departments and 3 global branches, managing inbound and outbound processes from origin to destination, improving process efficiency by 20%.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Oriental Languages
Helwan University
Cairo 09.2007 - 07.2011
Skills
Supply Chain Optimization
Mining
Procurement Process Improvement
Supplier Relationship Management
Logistics
Operational Excellence
Strategic Planning
Strategic Sourcing
Continues improvement
Team management
Data Analysis
Conflict Resolution
Certification
CSCMP Supply Chain Foundations: The Essentials Professional Certificate
Accomplishments
- Secured long-term deals with major manufacturers, resulting in $7 million in cost savings and significantly reducing operational burden on procurement and planning teams, despite economic uncertainty and supplier reluctance to commit.
- Contributed in stock holding value reduction plan to
reduce from 100 M$ to 80 M$ in Sukari Gold mine. - Automated daily operations using Python and Visual Basic in Excel, developing tracking spreadsheets that improved data analysis and increased team efficiency by over 35%.
- Received FedEx "Bravo Zulu" award two times in
September 2012 & November 2013 for outstanding
performance beyond normal job expectations
when contributed with sales and commercial team
to conduct marketing plans.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/01/89
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
APICS CSCP - Supply Chain Management Certification
09-2025
CIPS Level 4 Diploma
12-2024
Senior Procurement Specialist
Sukari Gold Mines
10.2022 - Current
Senior Inventory Controller
Sukari Gold Mines
08.2021 - 09.2022
WMS Team Leader
Agility Logistics
01.2017 - 07.2021
WMS Specialist
Agility Logistics
12.2014 - 01.2017
International Account Advisor
FedEx
04.2012 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Oriental Languages
Helwan University
09.2007 - 07.2011
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