Rizwan Haider
Engineer, Procurement And Supply Chain Specialist
Rawalpindi
Summary
With over 21 years of experience in the defense sector, this candidate's leadership has been focused on procurement, operations, and management roles. Throughout their career, they have prioritized cost-saving initiatives, compliance, and transparent processes. They have a proven track record of successfully executing procurement plans, managing large-scale projects, and implementing effective cost reductions. In addition to this, they have extensive experience in establishing maintenance programs and overseeing logistics, including leading UN peacekeeping missions' procurement efforts. Their expertise lies in radar technology, resource optimization, and procurement planning. Alongside their Master's in Software Engineering and Bachelor of Computer Engineering.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Assistant Director Procurement
Heavy Industries Taxila
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Company Overview: Public sector
- Formulated and implemented standardized bidding documents in compliance with government regulations
- Successfully executed an annual procurement plan within one financial year through FOR contracts (approximately PKR 3.00 Bn) and FOB contracts (approximately USD 11.00 Mn); met defined timelines and delivered required stores promptly to meet user requirements
- Prepared standard operating procedure (SOP) for import items under FOB contracts; Authored a guidebook for all new staff in the procurement department
Head
Regional Tech Spares Support & Supply Chain Depot
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Company Overview: Public sector
- Ensured compliance with all government and public sector regulations to ensure transparent procurement and managed procurement projects
- Successfully executed procurement totaling approximately 1200 Mn PKR over 2 years with timely delivery of quality spares/stores
- Redefined inspection methodologies by introducing a spares sample room, enhancing inspector understanding with software support
- Optimization of stock storage with vertical stacking concept, introduction of QR codes for inventory traceability, disposal of inactive inventory
Assistant Director
Base (Depot Level) Radar Equipment Workshop
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Company Overview: Public sector
- Responsible for depot-level repair and maintenance of a large inventory of various types of defence radars across the country, including HIMADs, LOMADs, ESHORADs, Fire Control, Counter Battery, Ground Surveillance, and Meteorological radars
- Key role in the induction of various Air Defence Systems like HIMADs and ESHORADs, establishment of LOMADs Depot Level Repair Facility
- Carried out technician training and skill enhancement, conducted R&D with collaboration of local industry
Assistant Director Procurement
Directorate General Procurement
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Company Overview: Public sector
- Implemented best practices and processes aligned with public sector rules and regulations to enhance procurement transparency, attracting both national and international bidders in a more competitive manner
- Successfully executed a procurement plan through FOR contracts (approximately PKR 12.00 Bn) and FOB contracts (approximately USD 70.00 Mn), meeting defined timelines and user requirements with timely delivery of stores
Manager
Technical & Logistic Support Group in Field
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Company Overview: Public sector
- Prepared a comprehensive security plan for the internal security environment in support of the provincial government
- Established quick reaction forces and conducted specialized training to enhance staff skills, enhanced vigilance by installing CCTV cameras and motion sensors
- Introduced of pro-active maintenance regime to ensure the operational availability of defense equipment
Manager (Head)
Independent Technical & Logistic Support Group in Field
07.2013 - 09.2015
- Company Overview: Public sector
- Implemented efficient logistic support through forward-leaning logistic concept
- Installed diagnostic and maintenance equipment to reduce dependency on the external market and ensured the availability 24/7, conducted training and skill enhancement for technical staff through registered and authorized vendors of the equipment
Deputy Head
Regional Technical Spares Support & Supply Chain Depot
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Company Overview: Public sector
- Ensured compliance with all government and public sector regulations, guaranteeing transparent procurement processes and managed 2 procurement projects worth PKR 400 Mn over 2 years, ensuring timely delivery of quality spares/stores
- Organized training for staff, successfully achieved ISO 9000:2008 certification
Manager
Base (Depot Level) Workshop
01.2007 - 09.2010
- Company Overview: Public sector
- Managed multiple sections including 35 mm Oerlikon Gun, Wireless/Communication, IT/Computers, Communication Set Batteries, and Biomedical, independently refurbished around 27,000 communication set batteries, resulting in savings of millions of PKR for the national exchequer
- Executed the modernization/up-gradation of the IT and wireless section, addressing the latest challenges related to repair and maintenance of equipment, established a new section for software-defined radio sets, completed 2 procurement projects worth PKR 400 Mn
Assistant Manager
Technical & Logistic Support Group in Field
04.2003 - 08.2006
- Company Overview: Public sector
- Managed and supervised multiple groups and sections, ensuring efficient operation and coordination
- Conducted numerous field exercises to gain insights into the operational dynamics and roles within the organization
Education
Master of Science - Software Engineering
Abasyn University
Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
National University of Science And Technology (NUST)
Islamabad, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Skills
Responsive to New Challenges
Logical Evaluation Skills
Data-Driven Forecasting
Analytical Decision-Making
Military Procurement Expertise
Competitive Landscape Assessment
Visionary Strategy Creation
Strategic Decision Making
Strategic Issue Resolution
Project planning
Project Coordination
Process Optimization Expertise
Optimized Workflow Coordination
Contract Negotiation Expertise
Proficient Negotiation Abilities
Compliance Management
Comprehensive Risk Evaluation
Crisis Response Expertise
Strong Technical Skills
Collaborative Team Management
Problem-solving abilities
Skills Enhancement
Professional Courses
- How to Become a Procurement Expert, Institute of Tender Management, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
- Bidding Documents Preparation, Pre-Qualification & Framework Contracts, Institute of Tender Management, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
- Advanced Diploma in Procurement & Contract Management, Contra Group of WISSEN, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
- Diploma in Defence Procurement & Contracting, Ordnance College affiliated with SBTE, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
- Technical Training of “D” Level Maintenance Facility of SLC-2 Radar, NRIET, CETC International, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
- Mid Career Defence Equipment & Logistic Course, College of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
- 35 mm AD Gun Maintenance E2 Conversion Course, RHEINMETALL DEFENCE, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
- Training of SAP, Abacus Consulting, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
- Cyber Security Essentials, National University of Sciences and Technologies, Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Fire Control Radar Repair & Maintenance Course, College of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
- Technical Equipment Course, College of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
Timeline
Assistant Director Procurement
Heavy Industries Taxila
09.2023 - 10.2024
Head
Regional Tech Spares Support & Supply Chain Depot
08.2021 - 09.2023
Assistant Director
Base (Depot Level) Radar Equipment Workshop
10.2018 - 07.2021
Assistant Director Procurement
Directorate General Procurement
10.2017 - 10.2018
Manager
Technical & Logistic Support Group in Field
10.2015 - 09.2017
Manager (Head)
Independent Technical & Logistic Support Group in Field
07.2013 - 09.2015
Deputy Head
Regional Technical Spares Support & Supply Chain Depot
01.2011 - 07.2013
Manager
Base (Depot Level) Workshop
01.2007 - 09.2010
Assistant Manager
Technical & Logistic Support Group in Field
04.2003 - 08.2006
Master of Science - Software Engineering
Abasyn University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
National University of Science And Technology (NUST)
04.2001 -