M. Arsalan Ashfaque

Professional Summary

M. Arsalan Ashfaque is an accomplished Supply Chain Manager with over 10 years of experience leading procurement, logistics, and vendor management operations for major industrial organizations. He holds a PMP® certification and is pursuing CSCP from APICS / ASCM. Arsalan possesses proficient knowledge of API Spec Q1, 5CT, 6A, 16A, 16C, 7-1, 4F, and 12J, with a proven record in project procurement, vendor development, and ERP implementation. His expertise spans strategic sourcing, negotiation, cost optimization, and ensuring seamless supply chain performance across global operations.

Professional Experience

Apr 2025 – Present

Supply Chain Manager

Confidential Company

Leads end-to-end supply chain and procurement operations | Oversees strategic sourcing | vendor management | and cost control initiatives.
Implements best practices in inventory and logistics planning | Ensures compliance with API and ASME standards.
Drives operational excellence | Aligns supply chain strategy with organizational objectives.

Jan 2021 – Apr 2025

Supply Chain Supervisor

GulfTek

Managed API Spec Q1 | 5CT | 6A | 7-1 | 16A | 16C | 4F | and 12J standards within the supply chain department | Ensured compliance and QMS integrity.
Led a team of five professionals | Supervised procurement projects exceeding SAR 50M | Implemented Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP for procurement and sourcing.
Developed strategic supplier partnerships | Strengthened vendor performance through KPI monitoring and SRM programs.

Dec 2017 – Jan 2021

Sr. Procurement Engineer

SASIB_SA

Ensured procurement procedures complied with company policies | Maintained ethical relationships with vendors.
Coordinated with freight forwarders and managed SABER import approvals | Suggested suitable incoterms and HS codes.
Represented the procurement department during audits | Led QMS API Q1 implementation and achieved over 90% on-time deliveries.

Education & Certifications

Academic History

Certification in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

University of Waterloo, Canada

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM), Saudi Arabia

Professional Certs

Core Competencies

Supply Chain Strategy Procurement & Sourcing Vendor Development Logistics Management Negotiation & Contracts ERP (Microsoft Dynamics 365) Cost Control & Budgeting API & ASME Compliance Leadership & Team Development KPI Monitoring