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Sally Samuel

Sally Samuel

Purchasing And Logistics Manager
Cairo

Summary

Dynamic Purchasing & Logistics Manager with proven expertise at Silicon21 for Electronics & Communications CRM-IS. Skilled in supplier relationship management and logistics planning, I successfully reduced shipping costs through strategic negotiations and fostered strong partnerships. Adept at leading teams, I prioritize operational efficiency and compliance in fast-paced environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing & Logistics Manager

Silicon21 for Electronics & Communications CRM-IS
01.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with finance and accounting departments to reconcile invoice discrepancies and expedite payment processing for suppliers.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements, leading to increased operational efficiency.
  • Developed strong relationships with key suppliers to facilitate effective communication and collaboration, fostering long-term partnerships.
  • Supervised a team of logistics professionals, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
  • Analyzed logistics risks and implemented contingency plans as necessary to mitigate potential disruptions or delays in goods deliveries.
  • Reduced overall shipping costs through strategic carrier selection and negotiation of competitive rates, contributing to bottom-line savings for the company.
  • Coordinated international shipments by navigating complex customs regulations and import/export requirements, avoiding costly delays or penalties.
  • Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities, including supplier evaluations, contract terms, and pricing agreements for future reference and analysis.
  • Monitored supplier performance closely through regular evaluations based on key performance indicators, ensuring consistent adherence to contractual obligations.
  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
  • Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.

Purchasing & Logistics Supervisor

Silicon21 for Electronics & Communications CRM-IS
01.2019 - 12.2023
  • Coordinated daily logistics activities for timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Analyzed data trends to forecast future demand accurately, enabling better resource allocation and planning.
  • Evaluated transportation options to identify the most cost-efficient carriers, saving on shipping expenses.
  • Resolved any issues arising from shipment discrepancies or damaged items promptly, minimizing impact on overall operations.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients through frequent communication and exceptional service delivery.
  • Collaborated with other supervisors to maintain smooth inter-departmental communication and operations.
  • Directed team members during peak periods using effective communication strategies to ensure smooth operations under high pressure situations.

Logistics & Procurement Specialist

Silicon 21 for Electronics & Communications CRM
06.2018 - 12.2018
  • Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
  • Developed and maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for accurate tracking and reporting purposes.
  • Maintained up-to-date database of suppliers, vendors and contracts to support accurate recordkeeping.
  • Handling all logistics and financial issues with Vendors (Canon – Ricoh – Fujitsu – ViewSonic – D-link – Belkin –Tenda - Hikvision).
  • Receive POs from PMs, to review and confirm items’ codes, prices, NTRA balances, to get internal approvals, then submit these orders on vendors’ portals, finally extract orders status reports from their portal to reconcile with our weekly backlog reports.
  • Coordinate with Members of regulatory bodies such as GOIEC, Customs, and NTRA to get the brands registered
    and provide smooth customs clearance procedures.
  • Review in details the disbursements sheets for all shipments, follow up and confirm on the costing process.

Office Manager

Marcyrl for Pharmaceutical Industries
08.2015 - 06.2017

• Responsible for all correspondence between MOH and our lawyers to finalize any opened subjects.

• Responsible for creating and following up the official website.

• Follow-up tightly open and pending topics with numerous parties till conclusion with all departments.

• Analyzing procedures and suggesting recommendations for improvements.

• Handle and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.

• Keep-up time schedules and appointments.

• Keep filing system up to date.

• Arrange for meetings with external visitors and take minutes through meetings.

• Preparing presentations for meetings.

• Arrange for business & private trips and company visitors (flight tickets, hotel reservations, and handle settlement of travel expenses).

Senior Supply Chain

AM Group for Importing, Exporting & Trading
06.2014 - 06.2015

• Plan, develop, organize, direct, manage and evaluate the personnel and operations of the organization’s supply chain.

• Lead and manage customer service, inventory control, forecasting, warehousing and transportation.

• Direct the hiring, supervision and performance evaluations of supply chain staff.

• Direct, coordinate, assign, monitor and review the work of individuals engaged in supply chain related duties.

• Collaborate with staff, other departments, senior management, and decision makers to share information, problem solve, and to clarify management objectives.

• Coordinate the sales and operations planning process including supply / demand forecasting, inventory management, and on time delivery.

• Establish key performance indicators, monitor ongoing performance, and improve performance against set goals.

GM Office Manager

International Trade Center (ITC) (Medical & Marine
02.2008 - 05.2014

• Keep constant contact and communication with the manager wherever he is to report on a daily basis.

• Handle and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.

• Follow-up tightly open and pending topics with numerous parties till conclusion.

• Arrange for meetings with external visitors.

• Maintain database (directory of contact addresses, telephone, mobiles, fax-nos., and e-mail addresses) of people who are in continuous contact with the manager.

• Keep filing system up to date.

• Follow-up periodical renewal subscription.

• Follow-up with banks the daily situation of the company’s accounts in addition to the private accounts of the manager.

• Preparing the shipment files.

• Preparing the registration files for new products

Education

Doctor of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management

Arab Academy For Science & Technology (AAST)
Cairo, Egypt
04.2001 -

MBA - Supply Chain Management

Arab Academy For Science & Technology (AAST)
Cairo, Egypt
04.2001 -

Certified International SCM (CISCM) - Supply Chain Management

International Purchasing And SCM Institute
Cairo, Egypt
04.2001 -

Bachelor's of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Faculty of Commerce, Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt
04.2001 -

Skills

Import and export compliance

Timeline

Purchasing & Logistics Manager

Silicon21 for Electronics & Communications CRM-IS
01.2024 - Current

Purchasing & Logistics Supervisor

Silicon21 for Electronics & Communications CRM-IS
01.2019 - 12.2023

Logistics & Procurement Specialist

Silicon 21 for Electronics & Communications CRM
06.2018 - 12.2018

Office Manager

Marcyrl for Pharmaceutical Industries
08.2015 - 06.2017

Senior Supply Chain

AM Group for Importing, Exporting & Trading
06.2014 - 06.2015

GM Office Manager

International Trade Center (ITC) (Medical & Marine
02.2008 - 05.2014

Doctor of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management

Arab Academy For Science & Technology (AAST)
04.2001 -

MBA - Supply Chain Management

Arab Academy For Science & Technology (AAST)
04.2001 -

Certified International SCM (CISCM) - Supply Chain Management

International Purchasing And SCM Institute
04.2001 -

Bachelor's of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Faculty of Commerce, Cairo University
04.2001 -
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