Michael Nabil Youssef

· Led foreign procurement operations for imported components and materials.

· Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) & Cross-functional Collaboration.

· Customs Clearance. Strategic sourcing & Exemptions. Customs/duty exemption programs, achieving EGP 85M+ cost savings.

· Negotiated with 30+ international suppliers across Europe & Asia, securing competitive pricing and favorable terms.

· Reduced lead times by 26% through supplier performance initiatives. & Inventory Control (FIFO/MRP).

· Budget Management. Managed annual procurement budget of EGP 500M+.

· Collaborated with Planning, R&D, Production, and Quality departments to ensure seamless operations.

· Team Leadership & Mentoring & Led a team of 3 procurement specialists and trained 15+ interns.

· Inventory Control (FIFO/MRP). Maintained 98% production continuity with zero shortages, blocked stock, or overstock. Inventory Control (FIFO/MRP).

· Streamlined purchase order processes using ERP/SAP procurement modules, improving accuracy and reducing processing time.

· International Procurement. Supplier Relationship Management & Supply Chain Optimization.

· Managed foreign procurement processes and supplier negotiations for critical components.

· Cost Reduction & Savings Achieved $7M / EGP 6M savings by reducing unused raw materials through demand forecasting.

· Reviewed vendor quotations to determine best quality, price, and delivery schedules.

· Prepared and issued RFQs (Requests for Quotations) to approved suppliers, ensuring compliance with company procurement policies.

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· Prepared and verified import/export documentation to ensure customs compliance.

· Coordinated with freight forwarders and government authorities for timely clearance of shipments.

· Monitored changes in trade regulations and adapted procedures to maintain operational compliance.

· Ensured goods were received in proper condition and fees were accurately cleared with the Financial Department.

· Facilitated seamless import/export operations by resolving customs-related issues efficiently.

· Supervised warehouse operations, inventory control, and FIFO (First In, First Out) management.

· Conducted weekly, monthly, and yearly inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels.

· Managed MRP (Material Requirements Planning) for procurement requests and inventory control.

· Led a team to implement efficient warehouse workflows, improving productivity and accuracy.

· Ensured goods were received in good condition and monitored expiration dates.

· Trained and developed staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing warehouse team.

· Achieved cumulative $7M+/ EGP 85M+ cost savings through customs exemptions and strategic sourcing.

· Supply Chain Optimization like reduced lead times by 26% via supplier performance initiatives.

· Budget Management. annual procurement budget of EGP 500M+.

· Negotiated with **30+**international suppliers across Europe & Asia.

· Reduced unused raw materials by $7M / EGP 6M through Demand Forecasting.

· Maintained **98%**production continuity with zero shortages or blocked stock by Inventory Control (FIFO/MRP).

· Trained and mentored 15+ interns, several of whom became full-time team members.

· Vendor Negotiation. Cost Reduction & Savings.