DANIEL IKHARIA

• Lead ends-to-end Supply Chain and Contract Management activities for equipment and services supporting offshore and subsea projects, from supplier identification through Purchase Order and contract award.
• Act as Contract Lead for assigned packages, optimizing commercial and contractual terms pre- and post-award, including pricing, delivery milestones, risk allocation, and change management.
• Draft, review, and negotiate supplier contracts, framework agreements, and purchase orders in collaboration with Legal, Engineering, and Project Controls to ensure compliance with company governance and project requirements.
• Execute RFQs/RFPs and lead commercial bid evaluations, including cost analysis, contractual risk assessment, and supplier due diligence.
• Expedite purchase orders in SAP, resolving delivery risks, supply constraints, and invoice discrepancies to meet project schedules.
• Plan and implement forwarding and expediting strategies to ensure on-time delivery of critical materials to yards and offshore locations.
• Monitor OR SCM team workload and performance, consistently achieving or exceeding weekly KPIs for delivery, cost, and supplier responsiveness.
• Line manages a team of 5 SCM professionals, providing daily leadership, task prioritization, coaching, and performance development.
• Act as escalation point for contractual disputes, variations, claims, and supplier performance issues, ensuring timely and commercially sound resolution.

Key Contract & SCM Achievements:

• Delivered 10–15% commercial value improvement across selected packages through effective negotiations and contractual optimization.
• Prevented schedule delays by proactively resolving high-risk supplier issues, contributing to zero critical path material delays on assigned projects.
• Improved procurement cycle time by 20% by streamlining sourcing, contract approval, and PO processes.
• Strengthened contract governance and audit readiness through consistent application of SCM and contract management controls.

• Lead end-to-end commercial and contract lifecycle activities across multiple Product Service Lines (PSLs), from sourcing strategy development through contract award, execution, and closeout.
• Draft, review, and negotiate supplier contracts, framework agreements, and amendments, ensuring alignment with corporate commercial terms, risk appetite, and compliance requirements.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Engineering, and Manufacturing to resolve contract risk, clarify commercial terms, and ensure contractual obligations are operationally executable.
• Execute sourcing events (RFQ, RFP, RFI) and lead commercial bid evaluations, including pricing analysis, contractual risk assessment, and supplier due diligence.
• Deliver 8–12% annual cost savings through structured negotiations, contract consolidation, and value-based sourcing strategies.
• Monitor supplier contractual performance against agreed SLAs, KPIs, and delivery milestones, initiating corrective action where required.
• Ensure contracts comply with internal governance, audit controls, and international trade and compliance policies.

Key Contract Achievement:

• Negotiated multi-site supplier agreements resulting in reduced contractual exposure, improved service levels, and shorter sourcing cycle times by 20%.

• Acted as regional Contract and Commercial Lead for UK sourcing operations during a period of organizational transition.
• Provided oversight and approval for supplier contracts, variations, extensions, and emergency sourcing agreements to ensure continuity of supply.
• Led high-value supplier negotiations, including cost, service scope, delivery obligations, liability clauses, and termination terms, generating mid-six-figure commercial value.
• Partnered closely with Legal and Finance to manage contractual risk, resolve disputes, and ensure enforceability of commercial terms.
• Reviewed and improved contract governance processes, strengthening audit readiness and compliance with internal procurement policies.
• Served as senior escalation point for contractual disputes, claims, and invoice discrepancies, ensuring timely and commercially sound resolution.

Key Contract Achievement:

• Maintained zero production shutdowns by rapidly negotiating and executing short-term and interim supplier agreements during supply volatility.

• Execute end-to-end purchasing activities for materials, equipment, and services supporting offshore, subsea, drilling, production, or EPC projects.
• Process and manage Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Purchase Orders (POs) in ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle).
• Issue RFQs and evaluate supplier quotations based on price, delivery, quality, and technical compliance.
• Liaise with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Project Teams to clarify specifications and delivery requirements.
• Expedite purchase orders to ensure materials and services are delivered in line with project schedules and operational priorities.
• Monitor supplier performance, addressing delivery delays, quality issues, and commercial queries.
• Support contract execution by ensuring purchase orders align with frame agreements, T&Cs, and approved commercial terms.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with Finance and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation to support audit readiness and compliance.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with oil and gas industry standards, HSE, and regulatory requirements.

Key Achievements:

• Achieved 5–10% cost savings through competitive sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Supported uninterrupted operations by securing critical materials and services within tight lead times.

• Provided specialist contract and procurement advisory services to public-sector buyers and suppliers using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) and Sell2Wales platforms.
• Advised clients on EU and UK public procurement legislation, contract thresholds, evaluation methodologies, and award criteria.
• Supported the full contract lifecycle including tender preparation, clarification responses, contract award documentation, and standstill processes.
• Reviewed contract documentation to identify compliance risks, procedural gaps, and opportunities for improved commercial structure.
• Delivered contract and procurement framework training sessions, improving governance understanding and reducing non-compliant submissions.

Key Contract Achievement:

• Improved contract award success rates by 25% through enhanced tender quality, regulatory compliance, and structured commercial guidance.

• Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced, target-driven automotive retail environment, ensuring end-to-end customer satisfaction.
• Engaged customers through consultative selling, identifying needs and recommending suitable vehicle solutions and financing options.
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date customer records within the CRM system to support sales tracking, follow-ups, and retention.
• Collaborated with internal teams to resolve customer queries and ensure vehicle availability and delivery commitments were met.
• Analyzed sales and purchasing data using Microsoft Excel to support reporting and performance reviews.

Key Achievements:

• Exceeded individual sales targets by 15%, contributing to overall branch revenue growth.
• Improved customer retention by 10% through improved CRM usage, follow-up discipline, and customer engagement.

· Supported procurement activities for charitable programmes, ensuring cost‑effective sourcing of goods and services.

· Identified, evaluated, and selected suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.

· Negotiated pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms to maximize value within constrained budgets.

· Established and maintained strong supplier relationships to improve reliability and service levels.

Key Achievements:

· Secured approximately $15,000 in supplier donations and cost concessions through strategic supplier engagement.

· Implemented basic procurement controls that reduced operating costs by 15% across supported programmes.

• Advised international clients on property investment opportunities, providing tailored solutions aligned to financial and investment objectives.
• Developed customer value plans highlighting product features, returns, and risk considerations to support informed decision-making.
• Analyzed sales performance data from exhibitions and roadshows to inform future sales and marketing strategies.
• Supported contract preparation and deal closure in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Achievements:

• Closed high-value property transactions generating over $2M in annual sales revenue.
• Increased client acquisition by 20% through targeted engagement strategies and improved presentation effectiveness.

• Coordinated daily fleet operations, including vehicle allocation, delivery, and collection to meet station and customer requirements.
• Managed rental documentation, contract administration, and post-rental vehicle inspections, including damage reporting.
• Handled customer and telephone enquiries professionally, ensuring a high standard of service.
• Monitored vehicle availability, safety standards, and compliance with operational procedures.
• Supported preventive maintenance planning to ensure fleet reliability and safety.

Key Achievements:

• Improved fleet utilization by 15%, reducing idle time through effective scheduling and coordination.
• Reduced vehicle downtime by 20% by supporting preventive maintenance planning and timely defect reporting.