Jurua Vincent
Procurement & Logistics Manager | Transport & Supply Chain Specialist
Kampala, UG.About
A highly accomplished and results-driven Procurement and Logistics Manager with 7 years of progressive experience across manufacturing, transportation, distribution, medical, and freight forwarding industries. Possessing an International Diploma in Logistics and Transport (CILT) and a Diploma in Customs Clearing and Forwarding, I excel in optimizing end-to-end supply chain processes, including shipping coordination, supplier negotiation, and regulatory compliance. My expertise in strategic planning, risk management, and data-driven decision-making positions me to drive significant efficiency gains and contribute to Movit Products Limited's success as a Transport Manager.
Work
Medequip (U) Limited
|Procurement & Logistics Manager
Kampala, Uganda, Uganda
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Summary
Led end-to-end supply chain operations for Medequip (U) Ltd, overseeing shipping coordination, supplier negotiation, and customs clearance for both local and international freight.
Highlights
Optimized supply chain efficiency and productivity by conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses, leading to significant process improvements.
Managed periodic supplier relationships and inventory using QuickBooks, ensuring optimal stock levels and data-driven inventory control for all managed equipment.
Coordinated with partners, project teams, suppliers, and transport companies to ensure seamless supply chain processes and timely delivery of goods.
Ensured 100% legal compliance and efficiency by meticulously cross-checking all inbound/outbound shipping documents and verifying tax worksheets.
Collaborated closely with Finance and Operations teams to analyze market factors, guiding strategic investments in procurement and logistics.
Evaluated and drafted preferred vendor agreements, securing optimal terms and prices for commonly used items and services.
Streamlined procurement processes by verifying purchase requisitions and providing precise specifications for bids, enhancing accuracy and competitiveness.
Medequip (U) Limited
|Procurement & Logistics Officer
Kampala, Uganda, Uganda
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Summary
Supported procurement and logistics operations, focusing on documentation, supplier relations, and inventory management for Medequip (U) Ltd.
Highlights
Prepared accurate Purchase Orders in QuickBooks and ensured timely submission of bid documents, preventing disqualification in tender processes.
Managed comprehensive documentation for customs clearance and delivery of all inbound/outbound medical shipments, including NDA Permits, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Conducted weekly stocktaking reviews and monitored warehouse atmospheric conditions, improving inventory accuracy and safeguarding product integrity.
Planned and tracked final product shipments according to customer requirements, generating accurate weekly logistics and inventory reports for top management.
Goodwill Uganda Ceramic Company Ltd
|Procurement & Logistics Officer
Kampala, Uganda, Uganda
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Summary
Managed freight forwarding, customs clearance, and fleet operations for a ceramic company, ensuring efficient and compliant logistics.
Highlights
Identified and selected optimal freight forwarders, ensuring precise documentation (HS Codes, Incoterms) for smooth deliveries and accurate reporting.
Proactively tracked all transport movements (airway bills, bills of lading, truck movements) to facilitate customs clearance and prevent demurrage and cargo loss.
Coordinated end-to-end customs clearance for both exports and imports, completing C36 Forms and liaising with relevant parties to ensure efficient cargo flow.
Supervised and managed the company fleet, optimizing routes and ensuring safe transportation of delicate and dangerous cargo.
Managed insurance claims for transit damages and losses, ensuring timely resolution and asset protection.
Sugar Corporation of Uganda Limited (SCOUL)
|Procurement & Logistics Trainee
Lugazi, Uganda, Uganda
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Summary
Supported procurement and logistics functions, including order drafting, supplier management, and inventory monitoring at SCOUL.
Highlights
Drafted local and international purchase orders within the ERP system and communicated with vendors, supporting efficient procurement cycles.
Assisted in supplier evaluation, pre-qualification, and selection processes, contributing to effective vendor management.
Participated in negotiations with suppliers and freight forwarders to secure favorable pricing and INCOTERMS.
Monitored inventory levels for raw materials and finished products, helping to minimize storage costs and production risks.
Apple Freight (U) Ltd
|Assistant Declaration Clerk
Kampala, Uganda, Uganda
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Summary
Supported customs declaration and freight forwarding operations, focusing on document verification, tax calculation, and liaison with customs officials.
Highlights
Calculated and prepared tax worksheets for clients, ensuring accurate and compliant tax payments for cargo.
Liaised directly with customs officers to facilitate efficient and timely cargo clearance for imports and exports.
Vetted and processed all required logistics and transit documents, ensuring compliance for drivers and shipments.
Education
Uganda Management Institute (UMI)
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International Diploma
Logistics and Transport
Grade: 3.98 CGPA
Courses
Management in Logistics and Transport
Supply Chain Management
Transport Planning Techniques
Transport and Society
Uganda Revenue Authority Training Centre & East African Customs Freight Forwarders Association
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Practicing Certificate
Customs and Freight Forwarding
Grade: 74% Course Average
Courses
Customs Laws & Procedures
WTO Customs Valuation & Rules of Origin
Tariff Classification
Freight Forwarding Procedures
Port Clearance
Basic Management Skills
Management Training and Advisory Centre, Nakawa
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Diploma
Customs Clearing, Forwarding and Shipping Management
Grade: Class II (Credit) / 3.98 CGPA
Courses
Clearing & Forwarding Management
Principles of Customs Declaration
Economics of Sea Transport
Marine Insurance
Financial Management
Customs Tariffs and Cargo Nomenclature
Cargo Storage and Warehousing
Logistics Management
International Maritime Law
Customs Software (ASYCUDA)
Project Report
Get Wise Secondary School
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Advanced Level (UACE Certificate)
General Studies
St. Mathias Kalemba Secondary School
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Ordinary Level (UCE Certificate)
General Studies
Languages
English
Certificates
International Diploma in Logistics and Transport
Issued By
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
East Africa Customs and Freight Forwarding Practicing Certificate
Issued By
Uganda Revenue Authority & East African Customs Freight Forwarders Association
Diploma in Customs Clearing, Forwarding and Shipping Management
Issued By
Management Training and Advisory Centre
Skills
Supply Chain Management
End-to-End Supply Chain, Logistics Operations, Procurement, Shipping Coordination, Freight Forwarding, Distribution, Warehouse Management, Inventory Management, Fleet Management, Transport Planning, Supplier Management, Vendor Agreements.
Customs & Compliance
Customs Clearance, Customs Declaration, Customs Laws & Procedures, HS Codes, Incoterms, Tax Worksheets, Regulatory Compliance, International Trade Restrictions, NDA Permits, C36 Forms, WTO Customs Valuation, Rules of Origin, Tariff Classification, Port Clearance.
Operations & Process Improvement
Process Efficiency, Productivity Maximization, Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Analysis, Operational Oversight, Workflow Management, SOP Adherence, Risk Management, Problem Solving, Forecasting.
Financial Management & Reporting
Budgeting, Invoice Verification, Cost Savings, Financial Management, Data Analysis, Reporting, Performance Appraisal.
Software & Systems
QuickBooks, ASYCUDA, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), ERP Systems, Data Logging, Logistics Software.
Leadership & Communication
Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Negotiation, Supplier Negotiation, Written Communication, Oral Communication, Team Building, Strategic Prioritization.
Project Management
Project Delivery, Project Planning, Coordination.