Professional Profile

Procurement & EHS Officer at RAK College of Dental Sciences (RAKCODS), Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, managing the complete procurement cycle and supporting the College’s Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) activities.

His procurement responsibilities include purchase requisitions, supplier sourcing and evaluation, quotation collection and comparison, price negotiation, purchase orders and LPOs, delivery follow-up, invoice coordination and vendor management. He works closely with internal departments and external suppliers so that materials, equipment and services are procured efficiently, cost-effectively and on time.

He also coordinates with contractors, maintenance teams, service providers and internal departments to support day-to-day operations and the timely completion of works. His experience covers facilities coordination, contractor management, administrative support, reporting, documentation, workplace inspections, EHS compliance and safety-related activities.

Qualifications

• MSc in Mass Communication
• Bachelor of Arts
• Diploma of Associate Engineering (Civil Technology)

Achievements & Awards

• Modon KSA approval (HSE)

Areas of Expertise & Key Responsibilities

• Manages the complete procurement and purchasing cycle from purchase-requisition receipt to purchase-order closure
• Reviews purchase requisitions for specifications, budget availability, accuracy and approvals
• Prepares RFQs and RFPs, obtains quotations, prepares comparative statements and recommends suppliers
• Conducts commercial negotiations on pricing, payment terms, warranties and delivery schedules
• Prepares, issues and tracks purchase orders through the ERP system
• Coordinates with end users, stores, biomedical, engineering, maintenance and finance teams
• Follows up deliveries, verifies GRNs, and resolves shortages, damages and discrepancies
• Supports PO–GRN–invoice three-way verification and supplier payment coordination
• Maintains procurement records, supplier files and contracts
• Monitors supplier performance and ensures compliance with internal controls

Professional Certifications & Training

• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC)
• IOSH Managing Safely
• OHSAS 18001:2007 Lead Auditor
• NFPA 1700, National Fire Protection Association
• Fire Safety & Firefighting Certification
• Civil Defence Fire Training

Professional Memberships

• Professional Security and Safety Alliance (PSSA)
• Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)