Mohamed Ayad
Project Procurement Manager @Veridos
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WORK HISTORY
Project Procurement Manager @Veridos
Munich, DE
Leadership and Team Management: Lead procurement projects, coordinating activities among diverse departments to ensure seamless collaboration and achievement of project objectives. Category Management and Supplier Relations: Manage machinery and related Services & Maintenance category for high-security products, conducting supplier negotiations and contract oversight to ensure cost-effective and efficient procurement. Performance Monitoring and Issue Resolution: Vigilantly monitor supplier performance and swiftly address any deviations, implementing corrective actions to maintain high standards of quality and service. Sourcing Strategy Development and Cross-functional Collaboration: Lead sourcing initiatives for development projects, fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes and optimize outcomes. Optimization and Cost Reduction Initiatives: Identify opportunities for enhancing technical and commercial aspects of products, emphasizing cost reduction strategies to maximize efficiency and profitability. Cost Reduction Project Management: Proactively initiate and manage cost reduction projects autonomously and in conjunction with procurement team members, demonstrating initiative and a results-driven approach.
EDUCATION
Suez University
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Petroleum Exploration and Production Engineering
Collège Des Frères
Baccalauréat Diploma, Mathematics
Politecnico di Milano
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Engineering/Industrial Management
ABOUT MOHAMED AYAD
Strategic procurement leader delivering measurable impact across complex, multi-million euro sourcing portfolios in industrial and technology-driven environments.I specialize in building high-performing procurement functions that drive both cost excellence and operational value. With deep experience across manufacturing, machinery, ID systems, IT infrastructure, and service categories, I\'ve consistently delivered 9–12% cost reductions while improving supplier quality, delivery performance, and risk mitigation across European operations.My approach centers on transforming procurement from a transactional function into a strategic business partner. I lead end-to-end category strategies, navigate high-stakes negotiations, and create the governance frameworks that enable procurement teams to operate with clarity, consistency, and measurable results. I thrive in cross-functional leadership by aligning Engineering, Operations, Quality, and R&D around shared objectives while maintaining rigorous commercial discipline.What drives my work- Building procurement organizations that deliver value beyond savings; through supplier leadership, risk reduction, and process excellence- Establishing data-driven decision frameworks that bring transparency and speed to sourcing decisions- Developing talent and empowering teams through standardized processes, clear ownership, and modern tools- Leading digital transformation initiatives that leverage automation, analytics, and AI to scale procurement capabilitiesI\'m passionate about procurement maturity by moving organizations from reactive buying to strategic sourcing, from fragmented operations to unified governance, and from cost focus to total value delivery.Core capabilities:Strategic Sourcing & Category Leadership • Procurement Transformation • Supplier Performance Management • High-Value Negotiation • Cross-Functional Leadership • Cost & Value Engineering • Procurement Digitalization • Governance & Process DesignOpen to connecting with procurement leaders, industry professionals, and anyone interested in discussing the evolving role of strategic procurement in driving business performance.
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