Sulaiman Abdulla is a recognized and award-winning leader, innovator, and thought leader in procurement and supply chain management. As the Director of the Administrative Affairs Department at the Federal Tax Authority, UAE, he has over 15 years of cross-industry experience covering telecommunications, IT services, social services, property management, and financial services. He is highly regarded for his expertise in procurement excellence, digital transformation, and operational efficiency.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the American University in Dubai and is a Certified Procurement Professional with globally recognized credentials, including MCIPS, CSCP, CISM, CICCM, Six Sigma Black Belt, and ILM in leadership and management.

Sulaiman’s outstanding contributions have been recognized through several prestigious awards, including the CIPS Procurement Leader of the Year, Digital Transformation Leader of the Year, CPO of the Year, and People-Centric CEO of the Year. He has also been acknowledged as one of the top 200 verified leaders/voices in procurement and supply chain management in the UAE and as a Sustainable Procurement Champion and innovator by GINI for advancing procurement practices.

He has received the CIPS Procurement Pioneer Award, the CPO Brand Award, and has been featured among the top 100 global procurement thought leaders for his visionary contributions to the industry.

Sulaiman is an engaging speaker, published author, and podcast contributor who regularly shares his insights on leadership, procurement best practices, and change management at global industry events. As a certified CIPS assessor and a judge for procurement awards, he plays a vital role in promoting excellence in the profession.

His leadership philosophy focuses on empowering organizations and individuals to achieve excellence in procurement and supply chain management through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration.