Industry: Procurement & Supply Chain
Designation: Procurement & Commercial Director, Simfoni
Country: UAE
Company: Simfoni
Impact: A Woman in Supply Chain Award winner, she has delivered 2.4x ROI through digital procurement, advanced ESG-driven sourcing, and resilience strategies that are shaping the next generation of procurement leaders.

Zoya Ali Khan | Purpose-driven Solutions for Efficient Procurement Management

A dynamic leader in the procurement and commercial landscape, Zoya Ali Khan has consistently delivered transformative results across the GCC. As Procurement & Commercial Director for Simfoni in the UAE, she has spearheaded multimillion-dollar projects, driving procurement efficiency and delivering an average of 2.4x ROI for her clients. With over 12 years of experience in the field, Zoya blends deep category expertise with a passion for technology, empowering organizations to unlock value through spend automation, digital transformation, and innovative sourcing strategies.

Zoya’s work extends beyond cost savings. By pioneering strategies that reduce reliance on imported materials and promote local sourcing, she helps organizations navigate global disruptions. By aligning procurement with sustainability and ESG goals, she has enabled clients to achieve both business resilience and community impact.

Throughout her career path, Zoya has been recognized as a Woman in Supply Chain Award winner by Supply & Demand Chain Executive, underscoring her impact as one of the region’s most influential procurement leaders. She holds a Master of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Heriot-Watt University and is MCIPS-certified, adding academic and professional depth to her practical leadership. Zoya reflects, “For me, leadership has always been about people; building resilience, fostering trust, and inspiring others to rise stronger. As women, when we step into leadership, we not only break barriers for ourselves but create pathways for those who will follow.” 

What sets Zoya apart is her ability to thrive in culturally traditional environments, where she builds trust and credibility while introducing cutting-edge digital procurement solutions. Passionate about closing the knowledge gap around eProcurement in the Middle East, Zoya advocates for middle-market companies to access the same technology advantages as large enterprises. 

Through her leadership, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing, Zoya Ali Khan is shaping the next generation of procurement professionals and driving progress in a field that is rapidly evolving.