Ascending is currently recruiting a Procurement Operations Support Officer for a Major International Marine Company to be based in Pemba, Mozambique.

The purpose of the position is to assist with day-to-day administration of the Mozambique Operations of the company. More specifically the Procurement & Logistics part of operation.

The position is based in our Pemba office and reports to the Contract Manager.

Responsibilities:

Assist with sourcing goods and services both in Mozambique and International.
Ensure all vendors are registered in the ERP system and conduct vendor Due Diligence.
Tasked with raising RFQ – Assist with comparing Quotations – Raising PO.
Follow up on international shipments of goods, ensure all documents are in place and manage the import/export process and formalities according to the correct regimes.
Manage the Pemba Warehouse, setting up and maintaining the inventory, stock control and warehouse HSEQ.
Assist with Visa/Work Permit applications for both staff, crew and visitors.
Manage local personnel logistics including airport pick-ups, hotel bookings and transfers.
Ensure goods and services are lined up as per vessel port call planning.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree.
Interested in Procurement / Logistics / HSE with some practical experience within Mozambique.
Understand Mozambique import/export and visa/work permit processes.
Knowledge on warehouse management is a plus (stock control & inventory).
Experience with working with ERP systems with the focus on procurement
Intermediate skills in MS excel.
Good communications skills in English (written and oral).
Based in Pemba or willing to relocate.