Franco Langa
Logistics And Administration Manager
Pemba,Mozambique
Summary
Business-minded in Logistics, , Administration, Office/People and Finance Management. Promoting more than 15 years of expertise overseeing Freight Forwarding, Shipping/Supply Chain, financial transactions and reconciling monthly reports. Highly collaborative individual with track record of effectively training and coaching staff members. Offering confidence, team contribution and decision making skills. Ready to tackle professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Details and results oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized Office Manager with noted experience in administrative management. Prioritize projects and multitask effectively to achieve project goals. Methodical and detail-oriented team player with expertise in team leadership. Offering these skills and strong work ethic.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Logistics and Administration Manager
DD Investimentos, Lda
01.2020 - Current
- Manage staff of over 100 people
- Prepare Monthly Budgets and Budget controls
- Preparation and distribution to shareholders Monthly Management accounts supported by bank statements
- Ensure that all company's licenses and permits are updated and compliant with Mozambique laws
- Co-ordinate all legal matters together with company's legal advisors
- Create and maintain good working relationship with different government departments
- Liaise closely with NGOs and donor funds with objective of entering into mutually beneficial agreements
- Ensure that company operates in most cost-effective manner so as to add value to shareholders investments
- Compliance with Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption policy and acting with initiative in prevention of corrupt, criminal and unethical acts; Driving compliance to Company policies and procedures and practices that contribute to excellent performance of business;
- Support operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Learned and applied preferred systems for scheduling, purchasing, and problem-solving
- Collaborated with leaders from other departments to achieve consistent processes and maximize efficiency of resources
- Reduced employee turnover through employee development and other retention measures
- Optimized resource utilization by efficiently allocating personnel, equipment, and facilities to meet organizational needs
- Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient administrative systems, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for office supplies and services, reducing overall operational expenses while maintaining quality standards
- Prepared comprehensive reports on departmental performance for senior management, enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning efforts
- Supervised hiring processes and vendor relationships to maintain smooth operations for company
- Built excellent employee experience through culture of service and execution of employee assistance programs
- Supervised a team of administrative professionals, providing guidance, support, and constructive feedback to ensure high-quality service delivery
- Coordinated complex schedules for senior management, optimizing time usage for maximum efficiency and productivity
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices in administration management through continuous learning opportunities, ensuring a competitive edge in service provision
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws regulations by developing robust policies procedures governing administrative operations within the company
- Oversaw corporate events designed to connect and support employees at work and outside of work
- Enhanced staff performance through comprehensive training programs and regular performance evaluations, leading to a more skilled and motivated team
- Facilitated the hiring process by working closely with HR in candidate screening, interviewing, and onboarding new administrative staff members
- Implemented stringent data protection policies to safeguard sensitive company information from unauthorized access or loss
- Oversaw facilities management tasks such as maintenance requests and space planning initiatives to create a conducive work environment for employees
- Conducted regular audits of internal processes to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective measures promptly
- Liaised with external stakeholders including clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to maintain strong working relationships beneficial to the organization''s success
- Managed budgets and financial reporting, enabling effective allocation of resources and timely identification of potential cost savings
- Promoted a positive workplace culture by addressing employee concerns promptly and implementing initiatives aimed at boosting morale and job satisfaction
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication by organizing regular meetings, fostering collaboration and cohesive decision-making across the organization
- Developed effective filing systems that streamlined document retrieval, increasing efficiency within the workplace
Branch Manager
NAVAL - Serviços A Navegação, Lda
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Business and Financial Administration
- To sell company name and business
- Manage staff of 200 people (including casual workers)
- Oversee a annual budget of USD 500,000.00
- Setting up efficient Sales and Administration Departments with clear-cut areas of responsibilities and job descriptions
- Establish healthy relationship with Port Management and Customs (through regular work meetings)
- In charge of the P&L and Budget process; Ensuring efficient and optimum functioning of operations and departments; Representing the company's interests
- Regular visits to Clients and suppliers; Establish a high level response to customer needs
- Ensuring timely and accurate pricing and invoicing to Clients; Negotiation with local suppliers; Driving compliance to Company policies and procedures and practices that contribute to excellent performance of the business;
- Ensuring the operation of business on a low-cost basis without compromising safety, performance and service delivery levels;
- Ensuring compliance with selection standards in the recruitment and appointment of staff, and promote the integration of new staff into their duties; Ensuring compliance with company policies and national legislation;
- Ensures that pending legal cases are taken care of in a timely and cost-effective fashion; Compliance with the Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption policy and acting with initiative in the prevention of corrupt, criminal and unethical acts;
- Ensure Implementation of Health, Safety, Environmental and Security measures, including the use of PPE; Contributing to the development and implementation of policies and SOP's.
- Maintain friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Enhance branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Meet deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
- Reduce process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
Branch Manager
MAERSK MOZAMBIQUE, LDA - LINER SHIPPING COMPANY
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Business and Financial Administration
- Sell company name and container business to clients (create new and maintain existing customers)
- Create sustainable growth for branch
- Manage staff of 08 employees
- Oversee a budget of USD 7 million per year
- Assist Operations Department and Customer Service
- Ensure high level of response to customer needs
- Establish a healthy relationship with Port Management and Customs (through regular work meetings)
- Turn branch into cost-effective facility, by not accepting any unjustifiable cost to company
- Report quarterly on market growth and challenges being faced to MD
- Manage Company Assets (Containers and Other Equipment) - Staff coaching and appraisals
- Freight Forwarding
- Depot Management
- RKEM container tracking
- Gate In & Gate Out Containers Control
- Containers Demurrage and Detention Control and Billing
- Customer Service
- Container Recovery Planning
- Container Rotation Control - From Surplus to Deficit Area - Hinterland Containers Movement Coordination and Management
- Liaising with cross border transport/truck providers
- Hinterland Documentation Control and Management after booking confirmation.
Assistant Logistics and Procurement Manager
Indian Ocean Aquaculture, Lda
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Shipping and Logistics Operations Management
- Procurement Management (Local and International)
- Supply Chain Management
- Import & Export
- Documentation
- Warehouse Management (WMS)
- Local Distribution
- Monthly Warehouse Stock Levels Reports
- Warehouse Staff Management of 4 employees.
- Utilized market intelligence to identify opportunities for savings and cost reduction.
- Resolve invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Evaluate supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Lead sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Develope and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
Education
BBA - Accounting And Business Management
UnISCED
Beira, Sofala, Mozambqiue 04.2001 -
Skills
Microsoft Officeundefined
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Maputo
- Date of Birth: 12/19/74
- Nationality: Mozambican
Timeline
Logistics and Administration Manager
DD Investimentos, Lda
01.2020 - Current
Branch Manager
NAVAL - Serviços A Navegação, Lda
01.2014 - 01.2020
Branch Manager
MAERSK MOZAMBIQUE, LDA - LINER SHIPPING COMPANY
01.2007 - 01.2014
Assistant Logistics and Procurement Manager
Indian Ocean Aquaculture, Lda
01.2005 - 01.2007
BBA - Accounting And Business Management
UnISCED
04.2001 -
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