About this role
Location: Nampula, Mozambique
About the role
- The Procurement & IMPEX Officer manages end-to-end procurement, import and export operations for goods, services and works.
- The position focuses on cost-effective sourcing, timely purchasing, regulatory compliance and efficient cross-border movement of goods.
- Working with suppliers, freight forwarders, clearing agents, customs authorities, warehouses and internal departments, the role maintains supply continuity, controls costs and ensures compliance with Mozambique’s customs regulations, trade requirements and company policies.
- 1. Procurement Management Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in line with approved budgets and procurement policies.
- Identify and assess suppliers based on pricing, quality, delivery timelines and delivery performance.
- Obtain and compare quotations, negotiate pricing and establish contract terms.
- Track purchase orders and monitor supplier delivery against established timelines.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, transaction data and related documentation.
- Coordinate supplier onboarding, evaluation and performance reviews.
- Execute and record end-to-end procurement transactions in the relevant systems.
- Establish and maintain commercial arrangements with local suppliers.
- 2. Import and Export (IMPEX) Operations Manage end-to-end import and export processes for goods entering or leaving the country.
- Coordinate freight forwarders, shipping lines and clearing agents to achieve timely customs clearance.
- Prepare and verify import/export documentation, including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, permits and customs declarations.
- Ensure compliance with Mozambique’s customs regulations and applicable international trade requirements.
- Track shipments and communicate delivery updates, anticipated delays and clearance status to relevant departments.
- Resolve customs clearance issues, demurrage risks and documentation discrepancies.
- Verify tariff classifications and duty calculations in coordination with customs agents.
- 3. Logistics Coordination and Compliance Coordinate with warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt, storage and dispatch of procured goods. Provide shipment schedules, stock visibility and delivery timelines for inventory planning. Monitor landed costs and verify accurate cost allocation across shipments and procurement transactions. Maintain audit-ready records for local procurement and all import/export transactions. Coordinate internal and external audits covering procurement and IMPEX activities. Ensure compliance with customs regulations, local trade laws and company procurement policies.
- 4. Reporting and Administration Identify cost-saving opportunities across procurement, shipping and logistics operations.
Implement process improvements to increase efficiency, strengthen controls and reduce delays.
- Maintain accurate system records covering purchase orders, shipping documents and customs clearances.
- Prepare reports on goods in transit (GIT), supplier performance, shipment status and procurement costs.
- Track key operational indicators and highlight risks affecting costs, delivery timelines or regulatory compliance.