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Alves Último

@alvesltimo

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Experienced logistics and supply chain leader driving operational excellence and profitable growth.

Angola

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What I'm looking for

I seek senior operational roles where I can lead supply chain and procurement teams, drive process improvements, and deliver sustainable cost and revenue results.

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

Current

Managing Director

Current

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.

Leadership Strategic Planning Supply Chain Management Procurement Vendor Management SAP Inventory Management Cost Optimization

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.

Logistics Management Procurement Warehouse Management SAP HSE Compliance Logistics Quality Management

Procurement Manager

Nestlé

Jan 2010 - Dec 2010 (11 months)

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.

Procurement P2P Inventory Control Strategic Sourcing Supplier Management Contract Management Audit & Compliance

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.