Augusto Merheb
About Augusto Merheb
Augusto Merheb is a Procurement Coordinator at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited, where he has worked since 2016. He holds a certificate in Supply Chain Management from Mount Royal University and has extensive experience in logistics and procurement across various industries.
Current Role at UFA
Augusto Merheb serves as a Procurement Coordinator at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited since 2016. In this role, he oversees the entire procurement process, ensuring efficiency and cost savings. He develops detailed sourcing and category plans to maximize procurement effectiveness. Additionally, he manages the development and execution of both global and Canadian contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures. His responsibilities include liaising with engineers, consultants, contractors, and purchasing teams to facilitate smooth operations.
Education and Expertise
Augusto Merheb studied at Mount Royal University, where he achieved a Certificate in Supply Chain Management. He also studied International Business/Trade/Commerce at Estácio. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in procurement and supply chain principles, which he applies in his current role. His expertise includes developing strategies for growth, managing the procurement cycle, and ensuring alignment with stakeholders.
Professional Background
Before his current position, Augusto worked at Centric Health as a Logistics Specialist for 11 months in Calgary in 2016. He also held a Logistics Specialist role at Cardinal Health/McKesson Pharmaceutical Services in the United States from 2003 to 2008 for five years. Additionally, he worked as a Hospitality Specialist at Caesar Business Belvedere in Brazil from 2013 to 2014. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of logistics and procurement.
Commitment to Ethical Standards
Augusto Merheb demonstrates a strong commitment to high ethical standards and values of sustainability in procurement practices. He interacts with key stakeholders to identify business needs and promotes early procurement involvement. His focus on ethical procurement aligns with contemporary practices aimed at fostering sustainability and responsible sourcing within organizations.
Skills in Procurement Management
Augusto has developed skills in managing the bidding and negotiations process, including cost management, change orders, and project time scheduling. He works closely with the finance team throughout the procurement cycle to assist with forecasting and budgeting. His ability to build relationships with stakeholders enhances client satisfaction and contributes to effective procurement management.