Syed Tahir Hussain
Manager Procurement
Supply Chain & Logistics
Professional Summary
Syed Tahir Hussain is an experienced procurement and supply chain management professional with over two decades of expertise in strategic sourcing, contract management, vendor relations, import and export operations, inventory control, and healthcare procurement. Currently serving as Manager Procurement at Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD), he leads procurement operations for multiple hospitals and Chest Pain Units while driving cost optimization, supplier performance, and transparent supply chain practices.
Professional Experience
Oct 2024 - Present
Manager Procurement
Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD)
- Leads procurement operations for 9 hospitals | 25 Chest Pain Units | and organization wide sourcing activities.
- Develops procurement strategies | manages supplier negotiations | contract management | and vendor relationships.
- Oversees end to end procurement processes while ensuring quality cost effectiveness and transparency.
Jan 2021 - Sep 2024
Manager Procurement & Supply Chain Management
Tabba Heart Institute
- Led procurement | warehouse operations | distribution | and overall supply chain management activities.
- Managed supplier sourcing | import procurement | contract negotiations | and cost effective purchasing strategies.
- Strengthened supplier relationships while improving procurement efficiency and inventory management.
Jul 2015 - Dec 2020
Deputy Manager Import Procurement & Logistics (SCM)
Tabba Heart Institute
- Managed local and international procurement | import export logistics | and medical equipment sourcing.
- Supervised supplier selection | purchase orders | inventory control | and annual service contracts.
- Developed procurement KPIs while improving logistics performance and supplier management.
Jan 2013 - Jun 2015
Senior Officer MMD (Import, Export & Logistics)
Tabba Heart Institute
- Managed import documentation | letters of credit | shipment tracking | and customs clearance activities.
- Prepared purchase orders | maintained procurement records | and coordinated with freight forwarders and clearing agents.
- Ensured timely procurement while maintaining inventory accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Nov 2012 - Dec 2012
Senior Executive Procurement
Imam Clinic
- Managed purchase orders | vendor sourcing | and procurement of medical and surgical supplies.
- Evaluated suppliers | negotiated pricing | and ensured timely material deliveries.
- Supported procurement operations while maintaining inventory availability.
Feb 2006 - Oct 2009
Associate Procurement (Import & Export) / Supply Chain
Supernet Limited
- Managed import export procurement | logistics | and supplier coordination activities.
- Prepared contracts | monitored international shipments | customs clearance | and landed cost analysis.
- Improved procurement efficiency while supporting telecom and IT supply chain operations.
2002 - 2006
UDC Admin / Supervisor Dispatch
Pakistan Post
- Managed administrative documentation | reporting | and official correspondence.
- Coordinated operational activities | maintained records | and supported HR and administrative functions.
- Improved administrative processes while ensuring efficient office operations.
2009 - 2011
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing / Supply Chain
PIMSAT
Education & Certifications
Academic History
Professional Certs
Core Competencies
Strategic Sourcing
Supply Chain Management
Procurement Management
Import Management
Contract Negotiation
Vendor Management
Warehouse Management
Inventory Management
Export Management
Supplier Relationship Management
Tender Management
Logistics Management
Contract Management
Cost Optimization
Procurement Planning
Inventory Control
Healthcare Procurement
Demand Planning
Strategic Planning
Risk Management