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Ernesto Mausse

@ernestomausse

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I build profitable, resilient supply chains across FMCG, manufacturing, and logistics.

Mozambique

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead end-to-end supply chain transformation, using strategic sourcing, S&OP, Lean improvement, and logistics optimisation to improve profitability, service, working capital, and operational resilience.

I've led end-to-end supply chains at HAMC, Companhia Industrial da Matola, Coca-Cola, British American Tobacco, and Maersk Shipping Company across procurement, S&OP, warehousing, logistics, customs, and supplier management.

At HAMC, I reduced budget variance from 18% to 5%, released working capital equivalent to 12 inventory days, cut stockouts by 30%, and reduced purchasing lead times by 20%. I also generated annual savings of more than 12% through TCO negotiations with top suppliers while maintaining service levels.

At Companhia Industrial da Matola, I built the supply chain function and reduced logistics costs by 28% through route optimisation, freight consolidation, and carrier negotiations. I eliminated 90% of non-contract purchases through procurement governance and approval controls.

I bring more than 25 years of leadership across FMCG, manufacturing, shipping, and international logistics, combining P&L focus, Lean Six Sigma DMAIC, strategic sourcing, Incoterms 2020, and multimodal transport expertise.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Supply Chain Director

Current

HAMC Quelimane

Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 8 months)

Led end-to-end procurement, S&OP, warehousing and logistics operations. Implemented strategic sourcing and reduced budget variance from 18% to 5% while optimizing working capital.

Strategic Sourcing S&OP Warehousing Logistics Working Capital Driver Based Forecasting Inventory Management Supplier Management

Supply Chain Director

Companhia Industrial da Matola

Jan 2013 - Dec 2019 (6 years 11 months)

Built the supply chain function and introduced spend governance, mandatory purchase orders and approval controls. Reduced logistics costs by 28% through route optimization and freight consolidation.

Route Optimization Freight Consolidation Import Export Compliance Customs Management

Procurement & Logistics Director

Coca-Cola

Jan 2010 - Dec 2012 (2 years 11 months)

Managed strategic spend for raw materials, PET packaging, caps and ingredients with a cost-to-serve and margin focus. Coordinated national distribution, achieving a 99%+ service level during peak seasons.

Strategic Sourcing Cost To Serve Margin Analysis distribution management Incoterms S&OP Supplier Management

Logistics Manager

British American Tobacco (BAT)

Jan 2000 - Dec 2010 (10 years 11 months)

Managed inbound flows for raw materials and packaging, plus outbound distribution to national and duty-free customers. Ensured HS-code and customs compliance, reducing clearance delays.

Inbound Logistics Outbound Customs Compliance Warehousing Transportation 3PL Management Supplier Management

Procurement & Operations Manager

Maersk Shipping Company

Jan 1997 - Dec 1999 (2 years 11 months)

Managed procurement of port services, bunker fuel, spare parts and container equipment for vessels calling at Maputo, Beira and Nacala. Negotiated TCO-based agreements with stevedores, agents and bunker suppliers to reduce port cost per call.

Procurement Port Operations Spare Parts Customs Clearance Demurrage Management Supplier Management