Ali Hamad Al Huraiz

Senior Administrative Affairs Manager

Dubai, UAE

Profile summary

Accomplished Administrative Affairs Manager with 10+ years of experience in optimizing operational processes, strategic procurement, and asset management. Excel in developing and executing innovative strategies to enhance cost-efficiency, supplier performance, and logistical operations. Committed to fostering robust vendor relationships, negotiating advantageous contracts, and upholding highest standards of health and safety. Demonstrated ability to streamline procurement, resulting in significant expense reductions and improved asset tracking efficiency. Proven track record of developing comprehensive logistics strategies to expedite service delivery and implement effective health and safety policies, significantly reducing workplace incidents. Expert in aligning financial planning with organizational goals, ensuring meticulous budget administration, and problem-solving to exceed business development targets.

Career highlights

Streamlined Assets Management Systems: Instrumental in implementing streamlined assets management systems, improving operational efficiency.

Digitized Procurement Process: Spearheaded the transition from paper-based to online procurement systems, resulting in increased efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings.

Key skills

Skills
Health Policy ImplementationOperational Process OptimizationAsset ManagementLogistics PlanningVendor ManagementContract ManagementCustomer ServiceClient Relationship ManagementBusiness Development StrategyTraining and DevelopmentData Analytics & ReportingChange ManagementProject Management (Agile/Scrum)Financial Budgeting & ForecastingRisk Management & Compliance

Professional experience

Senior Administrative Affairs ManagerSep 2018 - Present
Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government | Dubai, UAE

• Erected procurement methodologies, Oversaw and orchestrated supplier choice, bargaining, and performance assessment to sustain robust vendor liaisons and ensure competitive costings. • Developed and implemented structured training plans aligned with departmental KPIs, enabling employees to enhance performance and consistently meet or exceed targets. • Collaborated with department heads to align training content with operational goals, ensuring that learning outcomes directly supported strategic objectives. • Handled company's assets, encompassing inventory regulation, asset tracking, and maintenance planning. • Devised and incorporated logistical strategies to enhance operations and guarantee prompt delivery of services and products. • Managed real estate leasing and facility upkeep contracts, bargaining terms to achieve advantageous contracts. • Shaped and instigated health and safety protocols and procedures. • Provided insights and expertise to optimize sourcing and supply chain strategies. • Played an essential role in fostering workplace safety and regulatory compliance. • Successfully managed office renovation, enhancing functionality and aesthetics while minimizing disruption. • Instrumental in implementing streamlined assets management systems, improving operational efficiency. • Spearheaded transition to online procurement systems, increasing efficiency and cost savings. • Skillfully coordinated relocation, ensuring seamless transition to a new location.

  • Erected procurement methodologies, Oversaw and orchestrated supplier choice, bargaining, and performance assessment to sustain robust vendor liaisons and ensure competitive costings.
  • Developed and implemented structured training plans aligned with departmental KPIs, enabling employees to enhance performance and consistently meet or exceed targets.
  • Collaborated with department heads to align training content with operational goals, ensuring that learning outcomes directly supported strategic objectives.
  • Handled company's assets, encompassing inventory regulation, asset tracking, and maintenance planning.
  • Devised and incorporated logistical strategies to enhance operations and guarantee prompt delivery of services and products.
Senior Executive Business DevelopmentNov 2013 - Jul 2018
Tecom Investments | Dubai, UAE

• Headed planning and execution of business growth strategies. • Reinforced partnerships with cross-departmental teams to interpret data and generate profitable insights. • Directed team, ensuring timely project delivery and fostering collaborative atmosphere. Conducted market research to create targeted marketing activities. • Optimized operations by eliminating procedural constraints, enhancing productivity and reducing costs. • Negotiated industrial plot, warehouse, and labor accommodation leases with diverse clientele, showcasing knack for interpreting customer needs and aligning with fitting properties. • Crafted and presented client and stakeholder presentations, delivering project reviews and suggestions. • Successfully leased industrial properties to diverse clientele, demonstrating expertise in matching client needs. • Provided exceptional customer service for visa processing, PO box services, and trade license renewals. • Assisted clients with visa applications, ensuring compliance with regulations and documentation requirements.

  • Headed planning and execution of business growth strategies.
  • Reinforced partnerships with cross-departmental teams to interpret data and generate profitable insights.
  • Directed team, ensuring timely project delivery and fostering collaborative atmosphere. Conducted market research to create targeted marketing activities.
  • Optimized operations by eliminating procedural constraints, enhancing productivity and reducing costs.
  • Negotiated industrial plot, warehouse, and labor accommodation leases with diverse clientele, showcasing knack for interpreting customer needs and aligning with fitting properties.

Education

Master's, Business Administration
University of Dubai
Bachelor's Degree, Business Management
American University in the Emirates
Professional Degree, American University in the Emirates
Institute of Applied Technology