Mohamed Ali Neji

Attached to Powertrain Engineering (Group Trucks Technologies), I lead projects related to powertrain systems for several brands within the Volvo Group, including VTNA, Mack Trucks, Renault Trucks, Volvo Trucks, as well as the Bus, Construction Equipment (VCE), and Marine Engines (Penta) divisions.

• Budget management of prototype projects: cost estimation, consolidation of the payment plan, and tracking in the Score tool.
• Project scheduling and monitoring: definition and update of project timelines, progress tracking, risk anticipation, and development of mitigation plans.
• Coordination of the prototype lifecycle: from needs collection to ordering and assembly.
• Cost/progress variance analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Optimization of internal project management processes.

CAPEX/OPEX Purchasing Manager for a site specialized in complex parts for aerospace, energy, and marine sectors.
Participation in projects carried out for clients such as GE Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Safran Aerospace.

• Initiation of calls for tenders, evaluation of bids, negotiations, and contract finalization.
• Definition of purchasing strategies, budget monitoring, and contract management with suppliers.
• Contribution to the development of supplier panels and cost reduction initiatives.
• Monitoring supplier performance and active participation in continuous improvement projects.

Implementation of project and series purchasing strategy for TTE International (One Tech Group), including contract management, supplier quality monitoring, and cost reduction in the automotive and electromechanical environment.
Participation in projects for clients such as Valeo, TE Connectivity, Magneti Marelli, Vitesco Technologies, and Amphenol.

• Full coordination of the project purchasing process: sourcing, negotiations, and contract management.
• Monitoring of technical developments and management of product/process changes.
• Implementation of framework agreements, supplier management, and cost control.
• Acting as the interface between project, quality, logistics, and finance departments.

In charge of supply and transport, I ensured the availability of components for production, negotiated logistics contracts, optimized supplier schedules, and managed international flows.
I also handled inventory management, resolved disputes, and monitored supplier performance through key performance indicators.

• Management of supply chain flows in alignment with multi-sector production needs.
• Optimization of supplier schedules to prevent stockouts.
• Negotiation and implementation of logistics contracts (road, air, sea).
• Monitoring supplier performance indicators (OTD, quality, compliance).
• Proactive management of transport and supply disputes (quality, customs, invoicing).
• Coordination of project launches (ramp-up phase, supplier validation, upstream logistics).
• Supervision of inventory and coordination of stocktaking.
• Mastery of transport and customs documents (Incoterms, declarations, insurance).

Participation in projects carried out for clients in the electronics sector: FagorBrandt, Schneider Electric, Alstom, and Sagemcom.

• Implemented a structured supply plan for critical electronic components aligned with production forecasts.
• Managed logistics flow optimization projects with European and Asian suppliers.
• Contributed to the development of framework logistics contracts in collaboration with procurement and production teams.
• Participated in continuous improvement projects for inventory management processes (turnover rate, reduction of stockouts, perpetual inventory).
• Managed recurring disputes related to customs clearance and material reception; implemented an action plan with the import logistics team.
• Monitored supplier KPIs as part of a quality and supply chain improvement approach, using a monthly dashboard.

Participation in the internal audit of accounting and financial operations:

• Audited accounting and financial operations: verification of cash flows, costs, and accounting entries.
• Controlled financial statements: bank reconciliations, discrepancy resolution, and regulatory compliance.
• Improved internal procedures: proposed corrective actions to optimize management processes.
• Assisted in year-end closing: ensured reliability of accounting data and supported financial statement preparation.

• Supervised the review and approval of financial and accounting control statements, including bank reconciliations and cash reports.
• Managed payroll operations with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ensured rigorous follow-up of customer and supplier payments.
• Contributed to the definition and implementation of company strategy, particularly regarding internal procedures, operational efficiency, and legal aspects.

• Contribute to organizing the workflow and operational methods.
• Perform purchase order processing, commitment, and liquidation operations; receive deliveries, enter invoices, and forward them to the supervisory authorities.
• Monitor budgets according to expense types, operations, or organizational units.
• File and archive documents and supporting evidence for financial and accounting operations.
• Collect and verify supporting documents required for management operations.
• Stay informed and monitor developments in commercial regulations.
• Ensure the implementation of effective management of all flows (financial, material, and intangible).

• Verify the compliance of product entries and exits, including checking invoices and delivery notes.
• Negotiate and represent the company with various stakeholders: banks, administrations, suppliers.
• Manage logistics related to premises, equipment, and supplies.
• Verify and analyze internal company data as well as external environmental information.

• Study and reconcile the budget statements of the last two years.
• Identify and analyze variances within different departments: finance, legal, and customer service.
• Implement and monitor performance indicators to assess the efficiency of financial processes.
• Track expenses with validation of supporting documents to control the budget.

• Formatting and publishing official pages of Tunisian newspapers with the European Commission.