Muhammed Afsal

> Review project requisitions to determine material, equipment, and service requirements. > Coordinate with Design and Project Management teams to align delivery schedules and milestones. > Conduct market research, shortlist suppliers, and manage competitive RFQ processes. >Evaluate quotations and negotiate pricing, terms, and contract conditions. > Prepare and issue accurate Purchase Orders with required approvals. >Monitor supplier performance, resolve delivery or quality issues, and ensure compliance with contract terms. > Maintain strong supplier relationships to support reliable and cost-effective procurement. > Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and logistics partners to ensure timely dispatch and arrival of shipments. > Maintain accurate records of all import transactions for audit and compliance purposes.

> Managed end-to-end procurement using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (ERP), including RFQs, quotation comparisons, and LPO creation. > Coordinated with Engineers, QS, PM for specification checks and approval workflows. > Issued LPOs to suppliers and handled payment processes for both credit and non-credit vendors. > Entered invoices and maintained accurate procurement records within the ERP system. > Managed subcontract procurement by issuing RFQs with BOQs/drawings, preparing comparison sheets, negotiating terms, and raising EWOs. > Shared approved EWOs with subcontractors and ensured contract agreements were completed when required. > Coordinated subcontractor invoices with Engineers for SCPC preparation. > Organized and maintained all procurement documentation in project folders and company servers.

> Managed full procurement cycle by analyzing requisitions, identifying material and service needs, and coordinating closely with Design and Project Management teams to align specifications, delivery timelines, and inspection milestones. > Conducted supplier research, issued RFQs, evaluated quotations, and negotiated pricing, payment terms, and contract conditions to ensure cost-effective procurement. > Prepared and issued accurate POs, ensured timely approvals, and monitored supplier performance to maintain quality, delivery compliance, and contract adherence. > Resolved procurement issues such as delays, discrepancies, and quality concerns, ensuring smooth project execution. > Built and maintained strong supplier relationships to support long-term collaboration and reliable material availability. > Contributed to major solar projects above 100 kW, including Maldives - MFAR Kudavillingili Resort (1.25 MW), Little Flower Hospital (450 kW), Thankam Hospital (340 kW), Peekay Steels (300 kW), O by Tamara Hotel (250 kW), and multiple 100–150 kW institutional installations.

> Supervised residential solar PV installations, ensuring compliance with drawings, safety standards, and project timelines. > Performed quality checks, resolved site issues, and coordinated with contractors and subcontractors for smooth execution. > Supported commissioning activities, including system testing, troubleshooting, and energization. > Installed and serviced inverters, providing technical support and after-sales maintenance to ensure reliable system performance for residential clients.