Youssef Herrera

Steered the Leadership Team, directly reporting to the CEO, and managed a 150-person team in supply chain management and customer service. Developed and implemented innovative strategies and best practices, securing a sustainable competitive advantage. Analysed global and local content materials, establishing strategic supplier relationships to achieve net structural savings and significant operational improvements.

Developed Contract & Procurement strategies for mega EPC projects covering FEED, 24'' Linepipes Material, Central Processing Facilities, Flowlines and Gas Treatment Plant. Optimized warehouse operations and maintained optimum level of inventory. Improved 25% Net working capital by reviewing and completing Project’s stock. Strengthened win-win long term relationship with key strategic suppliers. Identified local talent capabilities to take managerial positions in Procurement function.

Advised on and resolved complex business challenges, ensuring scalability and supply-demand equilibrium within the Oil & Gas industry. Developed and executed a Leadership Development Program for fifty local managers, enhancing their managerial capabilities and fostering talent growth. Oversaw the category management of warehouse materials, ensuring efficient process and people management. Established a new procurement and supply chain department, setting strategic supply planning and operational excellence.

Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain Management