Syed Aidrus
About Syed Aidrus
Syed Aidrus is a Category Specialist at Chevron in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, with over four years of experience in the role. He has a diverse background in engineering and business administration, having worked at various companies including K-Electric and Indus Motor Company Ltd.
Current Role at Chevron
Syed Aidrus is currently employed as a Category Specialist at Chevron in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. He began this role in May 2019 and has amassed over four years of experience in this capacity. His responsibilities include managing category-specific procurement processes, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
Professional Experience
Before joining Chevron, Syed Aidrus held various roles in both engineering and management across multiple companies. He worked as an Assistant Manager at K-Electric for seven months in 2015 and had earlier completed an 11-month tenure as an Engineering Trainee from 2014 to 2015 at the same organization. Additionally, he served as a Trainee Engineer at Indus Motor Company Ltd for seven months between 2013 and 2014. His early career includes internships at Engro Corp and Sui Southern Gas Company, each lasting one month.
Educational Background
Syed Aidrus has an educational background that combines both engineering and business studies. He earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the Institute of Business Administration from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Science in engineering from the Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. He also attended The City School from 2007 to 2009.
Early Career and Internships
In the early stages of his career, Syed Aidrus gained practical experience through internships. In 2012, he completed a one-month internship at Engro Corp, where he was involved in various engineering tasks. The previous year, in 2011, he undertook a one-month internship at Sui Southern Gas Company, which provided him with early exposure to industry practices and operations.
Diverse Background in Engineering and Business
Syed Aidrus has a diverse professional background that spans both engineering and business administration. His extensive experience in different roles, including Category Specialist, Assistant Manager, Engineering Trainee, and Trainee Engineer, has equipped him with a well-rounded skill set. This diversity enables him to effectively navigate and bridge the gap between technical and managerial functions within his current role at Chevron.