Manuel Sebastião
Procurement Specialist
Belas
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Procurement and Contracts Manager with a proven track record of optimizing procurement processes, reducing costs, and enhancing supplier relationships. With more than 6 years of experience in Oil and gas, I bring a unique blend of strategic thinking, negotiation skills, and contract management expertise to ensure the efficient sourcing and management of goods and services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics & Procurement Officer
LUIGIL, LDA
Luanda
02.2020 - 05.2023
- Verify purchase orders and their compliance with the organization's needs.
- Maintain regular communication with suppliers to track order status and resolve issues.
- Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers when necessary.
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure that there are no product shortages or overstocks.
- Make decisions about stock replenishment based on anticipated demands.
- Ensure deliveries are in line with agreed deadlines.
- Resolve unforeseen issues such as delivery delays, defective products, or quality issues.
- Evaluate the performance of suppliers and the logistics and purchasing team.
- Look for ways to save money in purchasing and distribution processes.
- Keep track of market trends, commodity prices, and changes in supply conditions.
- Prepare regular reports on supply chain performance, costs, and efficiency
Due Diligence Officer
ANS (SU), LDA
Luanda
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Collect financial, legal, operational, and business information related to the company, property, or asset being investigated.
- Examine documents, contracts, financial statements, audit reports, and other records to identify potential issues and areas of risk.
- Conduct interviews with representatives of the target company, including managers, key employees, and stakeholders, to gain additional insight and clarification on the company's operations and practices.
- Evaluate the company's financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows, in order to identify any significant financial issues, irregularities, or trends.
- Assess the risks associated with the transaction, such as legal, regulatory, tax, financial, operational, and compliance issues.
- Verify that the business is in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including industry regulations and labor laws.
- Prepare detailed reports that summarize due diligence findings and make recommendations on the feasibility of the transaction...
Procurement Coordinator
ENAGOL, LDA
Luanda
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Develop procurement strategies that are aligned with the organization's goals.
- Identify opportunities for savings and efficiency in procurement.
- Identify, evaluate, and select potential suppliers.
- Conduct bidding processes and negotiations with suppliers.
- Negotiate contractual terms, prices, terms and payment terms with suppliers.
- Ensure that contracts are advantageous and comply with legal and regulatory standards.
- Keep detailed records of all contracts in place.
- Monitor the fulfillment of contracts by all parties involved.
- Deal with any contract renegotiations.
- Identify risks associated with contracts and purchases and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Ensure compliance with internal regulations and policies.
Finance and Administration Manager
DAANGEL, LDA
Luanda
12.2012 - 12.2014
- Record financial transactions, such as income, expenses, and bank transactions.
- Keep accounting books up to date.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flows.
- Manage accounts payable processing, including invoice verification, payment schedule, and account reconciliation.
- Assist in the invoicing process, issuing invoices to customers, and tracking accounts receivable.
- Maintain organized financial records and file relevant documents such as contracts, invoices, and expense statements.
- Assist in the preparation of financial budgets by monitoring spending against the budget.
- Support procurement activities, including the issuance of purchase orders, negotiations with suppliers, and inventory control.
- Assist with cash flow management and treasury activities, ensuring that there are sufficient funds to meet financial obligations.
- Conduct cost and expense analysis to identify areas of savings and optimization.
- Maintain records of company assets, such as equipment, property, and vehicles.
- Support in the preparation and execution of internal and external audits.
- Maintain employee records related to benefits, expenses, and payroll.
- Organize and file financial documents effectively.
Education
Diploma - Business Management
Damelin College
South Africa12.2012
Skills
- Negotiation Skills
- Risk Management
- Effective Communication
- Decision Making
- Conflict Management
- Team Management
Objective
I am looking for a challenging position as a Procurement and Contracts Manager, where I can apply my solid experience in managing procurement processes and strategic negotiations. My goal is to optimize efficiencies, ensure compliance, reduce costs, and improve stakeholder satisfaction, contributing to the success of the organization. I am committed to leading high-performing procurement teams and developing contract strategies that drive business growth and sustainability. My passion for achieving exceptional results and my ability to navigate complex environments make me a valuable professional for any organization that strives for excellence in procurement and contract management.
Certification
- Transportation and Logistics Management
- Digital Marketing
- Junior Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- Procurement and Contract Management
- Project Management
Languages
Portuguese
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Logistics & Procurement Officer
LUIGIL, LDA
02.2020 - 05.2023
Due Diligence Officer
ANS (SU), LDA
05.2018 - 12.2018
Procurement Coordinator
ENAGOL, LDA
01.2015 - 05.2017
Finance and Administration Manager
DAANGEL, LDA
12.2012 - 12.2014
Diploma - Business Management
Damelin College
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