Hi, I'm Iman Shan (Pourbadakhshan), a procurement and contract management professional based in Ottawa, Canada. With over 11 years of experience across healthcare, manufacturing, and technical sectors, I lead sourcing, contract negotiations, and vendor management with a focus on compliance, stakeholder engagement, and cost optimization. As my previous position, I worked as the project manger launching an LED product manufacturing ling, where I led the project in different areas such as machinery importation and installation, transferring technology, hiring the professionals, etc. I have collaborated with Mercor as a Senior Domain Expert providing insights on AI-driven procurement processes and occupational reviews on other expert's tasks. I enjoy delivering project management, end-to-end procurement solutions, building strong supplier relationships, and mentoring cross-functional teams to achieve on-time, within-budget results.…

Iman Shan

Hi, I'm Iman Shan (Pourbadakhshan), a procurement and contract management professional based in Ottawa, Canada. With over 11 years of experience across healthcare, manufacturing, and technical sectors, I lead sourcing, contract negotiations, and vendor management with a focus on compliance, stakeholder engagement, and cost optimization. As my previous position, I worked as the project manger launching an LED product manufacturing ling, where I led the project in different areas such as machinery importation and installation, transferring technology, hiring the professionals, etc. I have collaborated with Mercor as a Senior Domain Expert providing insights on AI-driven procurement processes and occupational reviews on other expert's tasks. I enjoy delivering project management, end-to-end procurement solutions, building strong supplier relationships, and mentoring cross-functional teams to achieve on-time, within-budget results.…

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Hi, I’m Iman Shan (Pourbadakhshan), a procurement and contract management professional based in Ottawa, Canada. With over 11 years of experience across healthcare, manufacturing, and technical sectors, I lead sourcing, contract negotiations, and vendor management with a focus on compliance, stakeholder engagement, and cost optimization.

As my previous position, I worked as the project manger launching an LED product manufacturing ling, where I led the project in different areas such as machinery importation and installation, transferring technology, hiring the professionals, etc.

I have collaborated with Mercor as a Senior Domain Expert providing insights on AI-driven procurement processes and occupational reviews on other expert’s tasks.

I enjoy delivering project management, end-to-end procurement solutions, building strong supplier relationships, and mentoring cross-functional teams to achieve on-time, within-budget results.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Domain Expert (Buyers and Purchasing Agents) at Mercor
November 1, 2025 - Present
Provided domain expertise in procurement and operations to evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, compliance, and logical decision-making. Completed structured communication, reasoning, and analytical assessments to support AI evaluation workflows. Designed and validated scenario-based tasks involving sourcing, vendor evaluation, contracting steps, and negotiation logic. Performed quality checks on instructions and workflows; identified gaps and recommended improvements. Collaborated within iterative review cycles to enhance task clarity and evaluation consistency.
Strategic Procurement Specialist at Bess & Moe Greenberg - Hillel Lodge
July 1, 2024 - Present
Government-funded non-profit organization operating under the Broader Public Sector (BPS) framework. Provided leadership in procurement operations by coordinating RFPs, approvals, and cross-departmental communication. Leading end-to-end contract management, coordinating negotiations, and supporting compliance reporting for executive review. Managing procurement of over $3 million orders for long-lead items with blanket orders; ensuring continuity and adherence to budget. Reporting to CFO and CEO. Maintaining supplier relationships and tracking performance to ensure delivery, compliance, and service quality. Preparing procurement reports and KPIs for management, supporting budget planning and variance tracking.
Process Specialist at Amazon
December 1, 2023 - July 31, 2024
Conducted root cause analysis and optimized procurement workflows. Mapped supplier data and supported the automation of sourcing processes. Developed and maintained documentation for procurement and vendor systems.
Project Manager at Toos Electric Co.
September 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Oversaw project procurement activities for large-scale industrial and infrastructure developments. Prepared and managed project-specific SOWs, RFPs, and FRs, ensuring clarity of technical and financial deliverables. Led cross-functional collaboration with engineering, R&D, and finance departments for vendor selection and contract execution. Directed material sourcing, production scheduling, and contract administration from planning through completion.
Contract Specialist at Toos Electric Co.
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2020
Managed over $2M+ in annual procurement contracts for OEM/ODM manufacturing projects. Prepared and reviewed complex procurement documentation including Statements of Work (SOW), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and Requests for Quotations (RFQ). Coordinated supplier sourcing, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations with international vendors. Ensured compliance with corporate standards, cost control measures, and quality assurance policies. Created supplier evaluation scorecards and tracked performance metrics to support long-term contracts.

Education

Master of Engineering Management at University of Ottawa
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Computer Engineering at IAU University
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026

Qualifications

Lean Six Sigma
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026
Security Clearance Eligibility
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Government, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Non-Profit Organization

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