SAP
Usama Suhail Quddusi
Techno-Commercial Engineer | SAP Consultant
Karachi, Sindh
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with experience in procurement, cost engineering, and enterprise solutions within industrial sectors. Expertise in should-cost modeling, cost estimation, localization strategy, tooling procurement, and engineering cost optimization. Experienced in SAP PS/MM implementation, global template development, system rollout, and project coordination. Strong background in commercial negotiations, vendor management, budget forecasting, CAPEX/OPEX estimation, and cross-functional cost control. Seeking to contribute technical and commercial expertise in procurement and cost engineering roles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SAP Solution Consultant
Abacus Consulting Technology
07.2024 - Current
- Assist in closing deals by addressing customer objections and demonstrating the value of proposed solutions.
- Conduct detailed requirement gathering workshops with manufacturing and engineering services companies to understand end-to-end operational processes.
- Deliver tailored system demonstrations aligned with client-specific business workflows and industry models.
- Lead Digital Discovery Assessment (DDA) activities by mapping relevant system functionalities, and FIORI applications as per client processes.
- Develop high-level solution design including functional scope, integration approach, implementation roadmap, resource planning, and timelines.
- Prepare detailed project service cost estimations and design optimized SAP licensing structures aligned with organizational requirements.
- Perform initial commercial negotiations related to scope, resources, and delivery timelines; support senior management in final contract negotiations.
DM – Procurement & Localization (Costing)
Pak Suzuki Motor Co. Ltd.
01.2019 - 06.2024
- Led procurement and cost engineering activities for automotive components including local and imported parts.
- Performed should-cost analysis, cost breakdown modeling, and supplier price benchmarking to support negotiations.
- Developed and executed localization strategies to reduce import dependency and optimize total landed cost.
- Conducted engineering-based cost optimization through detailed analysis of material consumption, labor requirements, overhead allocation, and process efficiency.
- Managed RFQ lifecycle including technical-commercial evaluation, supplier comparison, and contract finalization.
- Collaborated with engineering, production, and finance teams for cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.
- Prepared budgeting inputs, cost-saving forecasts, and procurement performance reports.
Trainee Engineer – Maintenance
Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Supported preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical equipment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and root cause analysis to minimize operational downtime.
- Coordinated with procurement teams for spare parts planning and vendor follow-ups.
- Participated in shutdown planning and maintenance scheduling activities.
Education
Master of Engineering Management - (MEM) - Industrial Management
NED University of Engineering And Technology
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan 04.2001 -
MicroMaster - Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Edx - Online 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - (BE) - Mechanical Engineering
NED University of Engineering And Technology
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Skills
Competitive analysis
Cost Engineering
Should-Cost Analysis
Procurement
Negotiation
BOM Cost AnalysisSAP PS/MM
Budget Forecasting
Commercial Structuring
Process Optimization
Project Coordination
Cross-Functional Leadership
Software
Microsoft Office
Certification
Pakistan Engineering Council - Registered Engineer
Projects
SAP PS & MM Implementation (Global Template & Local Rollout)
Alto (Y4J) & Swift (YSB) Part Localization & Cost Optimization
Project Coordinator – Every, Alto &, Swift Localization Programs
International Recognition
Language
- IELTS 7
- PTE 7.5
Professional Recognition:
- Canada: WES ECA – Engineering degree verified
- Australia: Engineers Australia – Positive Skills Assessment
Timeline
SAP Solution Consultant
Abacus Consulting Technology
07.2024 - Current
Pakistan Engineering Council - Registered Engineer
01-2019
DM – Procurement & Localization (Costing)
Pak Suzuki Motor Co. Ltd.
01.2019 - 06.2024
Trainee Engineer – Maintenance
Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim
04.2018 - 12.2018
Master of Engineering Management - (MEM) - Industrial Management
NED University of Engineering And Technology
04.2001 -
MicroMaster - Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - (BE) - Mechanical Engineering
NED University of Engineering And Technology
04.2001 -