The Full Picture.
Someone who's built his career across the GCC and MENA at the intersection of procurement, supply chain, and operations — moving through industries that share almost nothing in common. Every industry was its own puzzle: fresh challenges, new thinking, a distinct mix of sourcing, governance, and execution — none of it copy-pasted, each one sharpening me for the next. In every role, I've moved the needle beyond my own function, because my work is the backbone every other department quietly relies on.
End-to-end procurement and supply chain — sourcing strategy, vendor negotiations, contract execution, and source-to-pay. I don't just manage existing cycles — I build the workflows, scoring models, and reporting structures that drive measurable improvement. On the operations side, I design cross-functional processes and streamline execution across every department that depends on them.
I build the operational backbone — SOPs, governance frameworks, compliance policies, and process automation powered by AI-driven workflows. I lead ERP implementations, design internal systems, and use AI-assisted development to rapidly build tools, dashboards, and automation that solve real operational problems. I also manage the full bid lifecycle and equip teams to win contracts and scale. But what really sets me apart isn't the toolset — it's the curiosity to learn whatever the business needs next, and the belief that the best operators are the ones who never stop learning.

Where I've Built Things.
Procurement & Supply Chain Operations Manager
Golden Sparrow Trading Co·Heavy Equipment · Dubai
Built the operations function from scratch — procurement infrastructure, ERP implementation, governance frameworks, and financing control structures under UAE law. Leading digital transformation, process automation, and cross-functional execution across sales, finance, and operations.
Procurement Process Executive
Americana Foods·FMCG Enterprise (20+ Markets) · Dubai
Managed procure-to-pay operations and master data governance across 20+ MENA markets — SKU harmonization, data migration, and process standardization at enterprise scale.
Procurement & Tender Executive
Fractal Systems·Event Technology — LED, Kinetic, AV, Facade · Dubai
Led procurement across 30+ high-profile projects — from mega events like World Defense Show, IKTVA, and LEAP, to permanent facade installations for Bank AlBilad and MOIAT, and immersive AV experiences for Red Sea Global and Dubai Chamber. Contract negotiations, vendor performance management, and spend optimization on budgets up to AED 10M.
Procurement & Logistics Officer
Hafa Trading Co·Oil & Gas Industrial Supplies · Al Khobar, KSA
Managed end-to-end procurement and international logistics supporting Aramco, McDermott, and Schlumberger — covering RFQ cycles, vendor evaluation, cross-border compliance, and supplier relationship management across the GCC.
E-Commerce Buyer
Saudi Supplier·Industrial E-Commerce Marketplace · Remote, KSA
Drove market intelligence, price benchmarking, and cost optimization across industrial product lines — procurement reporting and spend analysis to support commercial decisions within a B2B marketplace.
Supply Chain Coordinator
Retail Stores of Second Egyptian Army·FMCG Retail — 17 Branches · Egypt
Coordinated supply chain operations across 17 branches — demand planning, inventory control, fleet optimization, and supplier distribution management.
AI Training Data Analyst & Model Evaluator — Sourcing & Procurement
TELUS International·Appen·Figure Eight·CrowdFlower·Lionbridge AI·Part-time · Remote
Contributed to commercial AI & machine learning systems long before the technology went mainstream — working across multiple global AI & machine learning data platforms on model training and evaluation spanning procurement-specific datasets — product categorization, supplier sourcing, company profiling, and e-commerce search relevance. The work required judgment and consistency to translate real-world complexity into reliable training data that improved how models classified, matched, and ranked at scale.
Track Record.
Delivered
I managed end-to-end procurement across these projects at Fractal Systems — including events, exhibitions, outdoor digital signage, façade lighting, LED installations, immersive AV, and XR environments for global brands across the GCC, MENA, and Europe. On time, on budget.










Operations Portal
11 workflow phases, 280+ nodes, 45+ SOPs built from scratch
Odoo ERP Implementation
Business-led ERP deployment across procurement, inventory, sales & operations
Tender Monitoring System
AI-powered GCC government portal tracking with n8n automation
ESG & Compliance Suite
Full governance documentation — ESG, anti-bribery, credit policy, code of conduct, and HSE aligned with UAE regulations.
Expertise & Stack.
- Strategic Sourcing
- RFQ / RFP Management
- Supplier Qualification
- Contract Negotiation
- Category Management
- Cost Optimization & TCO
- Demand & Supply Planning
- Inventory Optimization
- Logistics & Freight
- Cross-Border Compliance
- Warehouse & Distribution
- Incoterms & Trade Compliance
- SOP & Process Mapping
- ERP Implementation
- Workflow Automation
- Business Requirements
- KPI & Performance
- Continuous Improvement
- Procurement Governance
- Ethical Sourcing
- Vendor Due Diligence
- Anti-Bribery & Compliance
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Audit Readiness
- Full Tender Lifecycle
- Bid Management
- Vendor Pre-qualification
- Commercial Proposals
- BAFO Negotiation
- Post-award Management
- AI Workflow Design
- Process Automation
- Spend Analytics
- Master Data Governance
- Power BI Reporting
- System Integration
Daily Stack
What People Say.
More on LinkedIn ↗“Mahmoud consistently demonstrated strong strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and a deep understanding of technically driven procurement. What stood out most was his ability to bridge the gap between technical teams, creative stakeholders, and suppliers.”
Avil Crasta
Senior Sales Manager at Aoto
“Mahmoud consistently went above and beyond — proactively finding solutions and tackling procurement, logistics, and lead-time challenges with a calm and structured approach. His problem-solving mindset made a real difference to project delivery, even under pressure.”
Hanif Ullah
Project Management Office Head · Fractal Systems
“He was very good at managing suppliers and following up on details without needing reminders. Someone you could trust to complete whatever was assigned to him — polite, cooperative, and dependable.”
Iffat Iqbal
Human Resources Head · MENA Region
“A great communicator, a supportive team player, and someone who always delivers high-quality work. Mahmoud's positive attitude and professionalism make him an asset to any team.”
Mohsin Bilal
Chief Financial Officer · Finance Director
“His ability to source materials efficiently, negotiate with suppliers, and provide timely support made him an invaluable part of our operations. Consistently professional, reliable, and solution-driven.”
Huda Muhammad
Senior Project Manager · Experiential Events
Let's Talk.
Whether you're hiring, looking for a freelancer, or just want to connect — I'm always open to the right conversation.