Alves Último
@alvesltimo
Experienced logistics and supply chain leader driving operational excellence and profitable growth.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished logistics and supply chain leader with 15+ years steering operations, teams, and strategic projects across oil & gas and procurement sectors. I have a proven record of transforming startups into top national procurement firms and delivering measurable revenue growth and cost optimization.
My expertise spans procurement, vendor relationship management, inventory control and SAP-driven supply chain operations, with hands-on experience in HSE compliance and quality assurance. I excel at negotiating contracts, implementing process improvements, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational targets.
I am committed to developing talent and fostering inclusive, compliant workplaces while deploying strategic initiatives that enhance customer experience and streamline logistics workflows.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Managing Director
Ultikary-Comércio e Indústria
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 11 months)
Spearhead daily operations and strategic direction, transforming the company from startup to a top-20 national procurement firm for oil & gas; drove revenue growth and cost reductions while improving customer service and retention.
Warehouse, Procurement and Logistics Manager
AIS (Angola Integrated Services)
Dec 2010 - Dec 2018 (8 years)
Managed end-to-end logistics, procurement and warehouse operations ensuring HSE compliance and SAP record-keeping; led vendor evaluations and framework agreements and supported offshore project logistics including a 30% operatorship on KON9.
Led procurement of direct and indirect materials, implemented P2P processes in coordination with Nairobi HQ, improved audit status and optimized inventory to support production continuity.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Institute of International Relations of Angola
Bachelor's Degree, International Relations
Completed a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations at the Institute of International Relations of Angola.
Philosophat Saint Augustin (Kinshasa)
Philosophy
Attended three years of philosophy studies at Philosophat Saint Augustin in Kinshasa.
FM2S (Brazil)
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Process Improvement
Completed Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training at FM2S.
IPSCMI / CISCM
Certified International Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain Management
Completed Certified International Supply Chain Manager (CISCM) professional certification through IPSCMI.
Schlumberger Technical Services Inc.
Procurement and Logistics
Completed intensive courses in procurement and logistics and training on procurement and OFS store management at Schlumberger Technical Services in Luanda.
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
Humanitarian Law & Logistics
Attended seminars and training on Humanitarian International Law, procurement information management, logistics, and database performance (PROT5) at the ICRC in Luanda.
People & Skills School (Lisbon)
Mini MBA, Import & Export Management
Completed a Mini MBA in Import & Export Management at People & Skills School in Lisbon.
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