Md. Arifur Rahman
2nd floor, H-20,22; Lake view road, Block-E, Sector-1, Aftabnagar, Dhaka
Summary
Procurement professional with significant experience at Dulal Brothers Limited, specializing in supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing. Demonstrated success in optimizing inventory management and strengthening vendor relationships. Proficient in SAP for data analysis and demand forecasting, achieving timely delivery and cost efficiency. Committed to advancing procurement excellence and innovation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Executive – Procurement (Yarn)
Dulal Brothers Limited (DBL Group)
Dhaka, Bangladesh
10.2021 - Current
- Procure yarn (local and imported) for six RMG units.
- Prepare CS and negotiate with suppliers for the best terms.
- Maintain reports: inventory, forecast, consumption, and pipeline.
- Communicate with local and foreign spinning mills and vendors.
- Source new suppliers, and support R&D for special yarn development.
- Manage vendor relationships, and ensure OTIF delivery.
- Oversee certifications (GOTS, OCS, BCI, CMIA, GRS, etc.).
- Coordinate with C&F agents, QC, commercial, audit, and merchandisers.
- Attend weekly factory visits and buyer meetings via MS Teams.
Executive – Procurement (Raw Materials)
Square Fashions Limited, Square Group
Dhaka, Bangladesh
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Procured yarn from local and foreign vendors using SAP.
- Maintained PR status and aligned with planning for stock readiness.
- Sourced new suppliers, ensuring quality, price, and delivery.
- Handled CS/PO processing and vendor negotiations (as per Incoterms).
- Tracked delivery schedules and QC reports; shared feedback with vendors.
- Managed procurement documentation and port clearing with C&F.
- Coordinated with commercial, audit, store, and merchandising teams.
- Submitted annual KPI and performance assessments.
Assistant Commercial Officer - Commercial
ACI Limited
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Procured packaging and promotional items for multiple business units.
- Collected quotations, negotiated prices, and finalized POs.
- Prepared CS, managed VAT/tax terms, and vendor coordination.
- Handled KPI reports, billing, and inventory updates via MATPLAN ERP.
- Sourced new suppliers and ensured consistent follow-up.
- Submitted inventory reports for ACI Motors and Animal Health.
Education
Masters of Business Administration (MBA) - Management Information Systems
University of Dhaka
11-2019
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Mathematics
Jahangirnagar University
05-2014
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) - Science
Adamjee Cant. College
01.2008
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - Science
Adamjee Cant. Public School
01.2006
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Supplier negotiation strategies
- Inventory management techniques
- Procurement and sourcing strategies
- Vendor management and relations
- Cost analysis and budgeting
- Market research methodologies
- Data analysis capabilities
- Effective communication skills
- Time management proficiency
- Demand forecasting abilities
- SAP and Oracle proficiency
- Strategic sourcing expertise
- Price negotiation tactics
- Document preparation skills
- Global sourcing strategies
- Decision-making capabilities
- Task prioritization skills
Affiliations
- Worked as a field investigator under ADB TA 8053 BAN, preparing the Khilkhet Water Treatment Plant
- Volunteered at the 17th International Mathematics Conference at Jahangirnagar University in 2011, which was organized by the Bangladesh Mathematical Society, and also participated in the 2nd reunion of the Mathematics Department at J.U. in 2010
Certification
- Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management (PGDSCM)
Institute: International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA), Bangladesh
Course duration: 6 months
- Banking, L/C, customs, and shipping process in export–import business
Institute: Institute of Professional Development Programs (IPDP)
Course duration: 1 month
Languages
Bengali
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
References
- Laek Sazzad, Andallah, Professor, andallah@juniv.edu, 01717201325, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Dept. of Mathematics
- Hasanul Haque, Molla, Rural Development Officer (RDO), hasanulhoque2017@gmail.com, 01712713655, Bangladesh Rural Development Board, H/no - 14, Bou bajar, East Rampura, Dhaka
Timeline
Senior Executive – Procurement (Yarn)
Dulal Brothers Limited (DBL Group)
10.2021 - Current
Executive – Procurement (Raw Materials)
Square Fashions Limited, Square Group
11.2019 - 09.2021
Assistant Commercial Officer - Commercial
ACI Limited
08.2017 - 09.2019
Masters of Business Administration (MBA) - Management Information Systems
University of Dhaka
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Mathematics
Jahangirnagar University
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) - Science
Adamjee Cant. College
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - Science
Adamjee Cant. Public School
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