Ali Al Turaikhem, PMP, EMBA

As Division Head of Service Contracts, I lead the full lifecycle of high-value contractual operations in a startup-phase, giga-project environment. From contract strategy and negotiation to legal alignment and SLA enforcement, I ensure every agreement delivers value, protects risk thresholds, and fuels operational resilience. Working within a joint venture backed by Saudi Aramco, Bahri, Hyundai, and Lamprell, I manage intricate stakeholder landscapes while embedding performance-focused governance across all business units. Key Responsibilities: - Directing end-to-end management of $150M+ in service contracts, overseeing proposal alignment, clause negotiation, and regulatory compliance across legal, marine, IT, and HR departments. - Leading high-stakes negotiations and dispute resolutions with suppliers and contractors, safeguarding operational continuity and minimizing legal escalation through proactive engagement and contract clause optimization. - Standardizing contract governance through enterprise-wide SOPs, embedding SLA metrics, KPI dashboards, and ERP/CRM integrations to ensure traceability, accountability, and efficiency. - Serving on the Procurement Review Committee, evaluating vendor proposals, assessing risk exposure, and presenting recommendations to executive leadership for award decisions. Key Achievements: ~ Saved $16.5M+ through strategic renegotiation and supplier cost optimization, preserving margins without compromising quality or delivery timelines. ~ Cut contract processing time by 92%, slashing turnaround from 14 days to 1, accelerating project mobilization and supporting mission-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities: - Championed procurement execution for startup-phase operations, enabling infrastructure and service continuity through strategic sourcing, policy enforcement, and rapid contract turnaround. - Led multi-stakeholder contract negotiations, balancing cost, scope, and risk while achieving vendor alignment on pricing, timelines, and service-level agreements. - Collaborated with external advisors to reengineer contracting frameworks, launching a fast-track MRO pathway that streamlined workflows, reduced delays, and improved vendor responsiveness. - Reviewed and validated 50–60 high-impact procurement requests annually, ensuring bid integrity, vendor transparency, and full alignment with governance and compliance standards. Key Achievements: ~ Reduced contract cycle time by 14 days and launched a 1-day MRO fast-track protocol, preventing downtime and accelerating service mobilization across the supply chain. ~ Led 10+ complex vendor negotiations, securing favorable terms and mitigating risk across cross-functional procurement agreements.

As a Procurement Analyst supporting the Saudi Aramco, KFUPM joint venture, I was responsible for shaping procurement frameworks, enforcing public sector policies, and managing complex vendor contracts aligned with academic-industrial collaboration goals. I played a dual role as both analyst and acting procurement administrator, ensuring operational integrity across high-value, multi-stakeholder projects. Key Responsibilities: - Managed procurement operations exceeding $15M+ annually, overseeing the full contract lifecycle from requisition planning and vendor sourcing to bid evaluation, award issuance, and post-award tracking. - Acted as Contracting & Procurement Administrator for JV projects, ensuring policy compliance, audit readiness, and stakeholder alignment across finance, logistics, and academic leadership. - Developed and institutionalized procurement governance policies, standardizing workflows and enhancing transparency, process efficiency, and contractual accountability across the CPG division. - Resolved cross-functional operational challenges, coordinating between Finance, Logistics, and project teams to address discrepancies, validate deliverables, and ensure milestone-based performance integrity. Key Achievements: ~ Oversaw $45M+ in procurement activity while maintaining strict adherence to compliance frameworks and academic–industrial JV protocols. ~ Cut vendor dispute resolution time by 50% and improved procurement efficiency by 35% through workflow redesign and intelligent prioritization metrics.

As a Contract Advisor within Saudi Aramco’s Pipeline Rehabilitation Projects Division, I was responsible for orchestrating procurement operations for large-scale infrastructure programs, aligning multi-million-dollar contracts with compliance policies, funding cycles, and technical milestones. I played a pivotal role in policy formation, contract risk mitigation, and stakeholder coordination across academia, public sector, and industry. Key Responsibilities: - Managed end-to-end procurement operations for academic–industry collaboration projects with a $100M annual budget, ensuring transparent processes, financial control, and alignment with regulatory and institutional mandates. - Developed and revised core procurement policy frameworks, including delegated authority matrices and contracting procedures, elevating audit readiness and internal governance standards across departments. - Led contract execution planning in collaboration with Dhahran Techno Valley, aligning project contracts with academic calendars, infrastructure delivery targets, and donor funding cycles. - Collaborated across functions to identify contractual risks, negotiate vendor terms, and proactively resolve cross-departmental contract misalignments before escalation. Key Achievements: ~ Boosted procurement process efficiency by 80%, increased negotiation success rate to 90%, and reduced stakeholder conflict resolution timelines by 70% through risk-managed strategies. ~ Authored and institutionalized 2 enterprise-level policies. Contracting SOPs and Delegation of Authority, aligning procurement protocols with international best practices and internal control objectives.

As a Project Administrator embedded within Saudi Aramco’s SAPMT (Saudi Aramco Project Management Team), I provided comprehensive administrative and coordination support for multiple high-value pipeline rehabilitation projects. Key Responsibilities: - Administered all site office project documentation, including Mechanical Completion Certification (MPCS) processes for three major pipeline rehabilitation projects. - Acted as a central liaison among engineering, construction, and planning teams to ensure alignment on schedules, change orders, and site-specific regulatory approvals. - Managed weekly project meetings, including agenda setting, action-tracking, and drafting official minutes to facilitate timely decision-making. - Reviewed and processed Change Order Requests (CORs) through SAP, ensuring transparency, traceability, and budget alignment. - Spearheaded the initiation and approval process of Land Use Permits in coordination with the Facilities Planning Department.

As the Planning & Distribution Lead within Saudi Aramco’s Planning Department, I managed the end-to-end distribution channel planning of materials across critical operations. I leveraged Oracle’s MTS (Material Transportation System) to optimize transport workflows, ensure material traceability, and align logistical planning with enterprise-level objectives. Reporting directly to the Planning Director, I provided strategic oversight, operational leadership, and technical guidance to the Transportation Division, ensuring seamless, efficient material movement across Aramco’s complex value chain. Key Responsibilities: - Oversaw the planning and distribution channels for high-value Saudi Aramco materials using Oracle MTS, ensuring timely and secure delivery aligned with operational priorities. - Supervised transportation planners, provided strategic counsel to the Planning Director, and drove cross-functional alignment on planning-related matters across departments. - Delivered performance evaluations, operational activity reports, and data-backed improvement plans to enhance planning workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and increase asset utilization. - Represented the Planning Department in high-level commissions and strategic planning forums; coordinated planning functions across internal and external stakeholders to ensure regulatory and operational compliance.

Worked as Training Coordinator in training center at Rail Way Organization