Jawad Shalan

A result-driven and out-of-the-box experienced supply chain professional with a project management, electrical engineering and ITs backgrounds. Has 24+ years of overall experience at regional and international levels, including 14 years of proven experience in designing and implementing full end-to-end procurement and contracting strategies; leading cross-functional teams, with demonstrated capacities in delivering complex, high-risk and high-value strategies on time, within budget and with significant value-added across a spend profile of circa $40m per annum. Has a proven record of accomplishment of success in strategic sourcing, contracts negotiation project management including controlling the full-cycle planning and management of projects, operations and financial administration, with proven records on identifying and performing spending control, best value for money, cost-saving measures, risks analysis and management, and delivering substantial improvements across all facets of projects and operations. Has a proven versatility, crosscutting and multi-aspect excellence and expertise in various fields, with an international networking and experience. Contributed to improvement of procurement systems in the United Nations system and other private business entities. Has various business focuses on technology trends and business challenges similar to integration of digital transformation strategies, adopting artificial intelligence systems within e-procurement platforms, big data tools to drive decisions, block chain infrastructure and transactions, integration of smart audit for procurement and financial transactions & processes, value maximization for organizations, vendors’ capacities building and vendors partnership including integration with B2B/ B2C, B2e platforms. Has professional certificates in project management (PRINCE2), Procurement and Contracting (CIPS4, CIPP and CICCM) and IT (ITIL and Oracle), along with proven work and personal history of competencies in leading and achieving results with a positive attitude, driven by focus on customer satisfaction and achievement of business entity’s objectives. Logistic Officer with 20 of years of experience developing project-relevant insights from information and research for strategic procurement. Strong capacity to deliver logistical support and inventory management. Energetic self-starter with excellent communication skills. Diligent logistics management professional skilled in the movement of hazardous and special cargo in logistics operations. Advanced knowledge of materials handling and warehouse operations. Computer-savvy and results-driven with proficiency in SAP ERP, Microsoft Office and BI suite, material management programs and inventory control databases. Collaborates with diverse cultures. Independent and deadline-focused with demonstrated success in decision-making. Dynamic Logistics Officer with over 20 of years managing logistics operations, and tactical levels to estimate resources required for efficient projects. Proven track record of securing impactful resource allocation. Diligent and dedicated to handling numerous duties in ever-changing environments.

Supported the emergencies in both Gaza and Lebanon during 2023 and 2024 through the facilitation of procurement, contractual and logistics activities.

• Jordan Engineers Association
• Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
• AXELOS - PRINCE2