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Brígida Atália da Cruz

Procurement
Maputo,Maputo

Summary

Hardworking Procurement professional with 3 years of experience maintaining vendor relationships to facilitate cost-effective and timely purchasing functions. Excellent negotiation and contract development skills with proficiency in SAP and Primavera, with proven track record of implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and improve order processing times. Adept at promoting safety standards, environmental protection, and stakeholder satisfaction. An Bachelor's in Engineering and an MBA in Project Management provide a strong foundation for strategic procurement analysis, eager to leverage skills and experience in a challenging Procurement Coordinator or Officer role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HSSEQ Implementer & Support

Vivo Energy Moçambique
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Proactively support the drive for zero incidents & accidents, lead by example, promote company golden rules and stop work authority and contribute to project HSE improvement plans and targets
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Conduct regular site inspections and supervise HSSEQ procedures implementation in all sites
  • Ambassador of Green Champion project 2023/2024: Promote sustainability efforts and ideas in line with the priority areas of the planet pilar, greenhouse gases, product spills and social impact

Achievements:

  • Assist the company in achieving 100% HSSE KPI by: Working with technical department to achieve 100% closure rate in Electrical inspection, 0% in violation of Life Saving Rules and Spills
  • Assist 18 partner medium and high risk contractors to achieve HSSE system, by: Worksite visits to engage the contractor and periodically performance review
  • Collaborated with IT to develop a user-friendly information management and reporting tool, simplifying the monitoring, follow-up of audits, inspections and project reporting

Purchasing & Procurement Assistant - Intern

SAMCOL - TotalEnergies
Matola, Mozambique
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted in the development of procurement policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated timely delivery of goods by closely monitoring orders and addressing any delays or discrepancies promptly.
  • Assisted in evaluating and analyzing offers received from suppliers and service providers.
  • Coordinated with finance department to reconcile invoices
  • Participated in committee meetings, prepared minutes and submitted to leadership for approval.
  • Supported procurement team in launching tenders, executing bid evaluations, identifying the most cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality expectations.
  • Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.

Achievements:

  • Reducing expenses with office service providers by negotiating contracts with suppliers, achieving cost savings without compromising quality

Procurement and Warehouse Coordinator

Transcrane Logistics
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations and conducting regular inspections.
  • Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies before approval, minimizing errors and potential disputes.
  • Communicated with warehouse team leader on carrier issues, STO information, and reconciling the virtual and physical warehouse.
  • Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
  • Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.

Achievements:

  • Reduced order processing time by coordinating efficient picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Created detailed reports on procurement activities to inform senior management decisions regarding budget allocations and strategic planning initiatives.

Purchasing & Procurement Assistant

Transcrane Logistics SA
Matola, Mozambique
03.2021 - 06.2022
  • Support the procurement team in the development of Procurement plan
  • Communicate with customers about orders status, services and goods
  • Prepared detailed purchase requisitions and documentation for approval by senior management, expediting the procurement process while maintaining transparency throughout all stages of decisionmaking.
  • Improved inventory control measures by conducting regular audits on stock levels.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.

Education

MBA - Project Management

ISG
Maputo, Mozambique
06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Geogical And Mining Engineer

ISCTEM
Maputo, Mozambique
09.2019

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Contract Management
  • ISO 9001: 2015
  • Time Management
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Staff Management

Certification

  • Professional Technical on Health and Safety at Work, 2019, Unitec Academy
  • Intensive Course on Oil and Gas Project Management, 2021, ROSCONSULTANT
  • Basic First Aid & Emergency Response, 2023, SENSAP Moçambique
  • Accident Investigation, 2024, OSHAcademy Safety and Health Training
  • Managing Health and Safety: Construction, 2024, OSHAcademy Safety and Health Training
  • Professional Engineer's License, 4417 Ordem dos Engenheiros de Moçambique


Languages

Portuguese
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2

References

  • Sonia Abreu, +258 84 532 6532
  • Iracema Bila, +258 84 292 3318

Software

Project Libre

SAP

ERP Primavera

MS Office

MS Project

Timeline

HSSEQ Implementer & Support

Vivo Energy Moçambique
05.2023 - 05.2024

Purchasing & Procurement Assistant - Intern

SAMCOL - TotalEnergies
09.2022 - 05.2023

Procurement and Warehouse Coordinator

Transcrane Logistics
06.2022 - 09.2022

Purchasing & Procurement Assistant

Transcrane Logistics SA
03.2021 - 06.2022
  • Professional Technical on Health and Safety at Work, 2019, Unitec Academy
  • Intensive Course on Oil and Gas Project Management, 2021, ROSCONSULTANT
  • Basic First Aid & Emergency Response, 2023, SENSAP Moçambique
  • Accident Investigation, 2024, OSHAcademy Safety and Health Training
  • Managing Health and Safety: Construction, 2024, OSHAcademy Safety and Health Training
  • Professional Engineer's License, 4417 Ordem dos Engenheiros de Moçambique


MBA - Project Management

ISG

Bachelor of Science - Geogical And Mining Engineer

ISCTEM
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